Why choose Partou Heskin Day Nursery & Pre-School?
Nestled in a peaceful, green setting surrounded by trees, Partou Heskin Day Nursery & Pre-School is a warm, welcoming nursery where children feel truly at home from the moment they arrive.
Our early years curriculum is built around children’s interests and gives children the opportunity to grow in confidence, independence and curiosity at every stage. From babies exploring musical instruments to pre-schoolers immersing themselves in creative play, learning here is joyful and purposeful. A weekly Music and Rhyme class every Tuesday runs for each age group, building vocabulary, listening skills and a love of language from the earliest age which are important early literacy skills.
The well-qualified and long-standing team is at the heart of what makes Partou Heskin special. Continuity of care means children build secure, trusting relationships with familiar adults throughout their time at nursery, giving them the stability they need to thrive at this important stage in their early education. Families describe the nursery as homely, and children settle quickly thanks to staff who take the time to truly get to know them. Strong key person relationships mean parents feel confident from day one, and the updates and photos shared through the app give families a reassuring window into their child’s day.
Outdoor learning is an important part of our early years’ curriculum. Children enjoy daily outdoor play, regular walks, as well as trips to the local park. Staff support children to build their physical confidence, resilience and a sense of adventure that builds an excellent foundation in their early years’ learning.
We have strong links with local schools which helps to prepare children for the transition to primary school and ensures that they are confident and prepared whilst also giving families peace of mind during this important milestone. Parent relationships are warm and long-standing, with many families returning with younger siblings, a testament to the trust built over years of care.
If you are looking for a nursery in Heskin where your child will be known, nurtured and inspired in a warm and caring home-from-home setting, we think you’ll love Partou Heskin Day Nursery & Pre-School.
Facilities
Weekly Music and Rhyme class for all age groups
A child led curriculum that reflects the individual interests and needs of every child.
3 week rolling menus created by nutritionist Laura Mathews
Spacious garden area, allowing children to explore outdoor interests
Well-qualified and long-standing team
We offer a variety of childcare funded places
Nursery fees
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Full-day |
Weekly rate |
Early start session |
Morning session |
Afternoon session |
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Session time |
8am-6pm |
8am-6pm daily |
7.30-8am |
8am-1pm |
1pm-6pm |
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0-3 year olds |
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Care |
£63.33 |
£278.15 |
£3.67 |
£36.93 |
£41.80 |
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Meals & snacks |
£7.00 |
£35.00 |
– |
£4.00 |
£3.00 |
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Consumables |
£3.00 |
£15.00 |
– |
£1.60 |
£1.40 |
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Total |
£73.33 |
£328.15 |
£3.67 |
£42.53 |
£46.20 |
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3+ year olds |
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Care |
£56.67 |
£248.35 |
£3.33 |
£33.07 |
£37.60 |
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Meals & snacks |
£7.00 |
£35.00 |
– |
£4.00 |
£3.00 |
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Consumables |
£3.00 |
£15.00 |
– |
£1.60 |
£1.40 |
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Total |
£66.67 |
£298.35 |
£3.33 |
£38.67 |
£42.00 |
Upon registration, you will be asked to pay a £75 registration fee (non-refundable) or a £75 registration deposit to reserve your child’s nursery place (see terms and conditions for eligibility).
What’s included in our fees?
Our full fees are clearly broken down into care, meals & snacks and consumables fees for full transparency.
Care fees include: trained, qualified team members taking care of your child, regular updates about your child and their progress at nursery, a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities tailored to the needs of your child, and use of the nursery building facilities.
Meals & snacks fees cover the cost of all food and drinks whilst your child is in our care. Meal and snack times are a very important part of Partou nursery life, learn more about how we make food and nutrition enjoyable and educational for children in our care.
Consumables include; important daily care items needed such as nappies, wet wipes and sun cream.
Discounts
Only one discount can be applied at any time:
- 5% discount for eldest child for siblings.
- 5% discount for Blue Light Card holders.
Other key information
- We’re closed on Bank Holidays.
- We close at 4pm on Christmas Eve.
- We’re closed between Christmas and New Year.
- Charges apply across 51 weeks of the year, including Bank Holidays.
Funded childcare
Partou Heskin Day Nursery & Pre-School is proud to offer funded childcare places
Funded childcare is a government incentive fulfilled by Local Authorities which aims to provide financial support for eligible families accessing childcare at an OFSTED registered setting. Partou Heskin Day Nursery & Pre-School work with Lancashire Local Authority to apply childcare funding for eligible families.
Funding typically covers 15 or 30 hours per week for the 38 term weeks of the year across a maximum of 10 hours a day which will be applied in different ways depending how many weeks of the year your child is in childcare:
- Children who are in year-round childcare will receive “stretched” funding. This means that their 15/30 hours over 38 weeks will be stretched over 51 weeks of the year so children accessing year-round childcare at Partou Heskin will receive 11.17/22.35 hours of funded childcare per week.
- Children who have term-time only childcare places will receive 15/30 hours funding per week over 38 weeks of the year. Term-time only places are limited and are subject to availability.
Government funding for childcare only applies to the care fee (as described above). Meals & snacks and consumables fees are fully chargeable for all sessions including funded.
Many families are eligible for government funded childcare, see our childcare funding guide for more information.
Term duration and dates
The 2025/2026 terms dates set by Lancashire Local Authority for Partou Heskin Day Nursery & Pre-School are below so you can see which term dates funding is applicable for:
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Autumn Term | Spring Term | Summer Term |
| Term Duration | 14 Weeks | 11 Weeks | 13 Weeks |
| 1st Half Term Dates | 8th Sept – 24th Oct | 5th Jan – 13th Feb | 13th April – 22nd May |
| 2nd Half Term Dates | 3rd Nov – 19th Dec | 23rd Feb – 27th March | 1st June – 17th July |
Please note that when you access funding in the term can impact the hours you are eligible for within that term period.
Our team will be able to assist you with any funding and term questions you may have.
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Partou Heskin
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01257 451833
Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6pm (excl. bank holidays)
Withington Lane, Heskin, PR7 5LU
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What do families say about Partou Heskin Day Nursery & Pre-School in Heskin?
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Katie P
16 March 2026
We've had a wonderful experience with this nursery. My daughter settled in so quickly, which was such a relief as a parent, and I never worry leaving her in their care. It didn't take her long at all to feel comfortable and happy, and it's clear that the staff really take the time to get to know each...
Nicola H
16 March 2026
Lovely staff, really well managed, excellent communication. My daughter loves her nursery days and I feel confident that she is cared for exceptionally while she is there. All three of my children have spent their early years at NT and friendships nurtured during their time at nursery have continued...
R H
16 March 2026
My little boy started with Nature Trail Heskin when he was about 11months old. He had a difficult few weeks acclimatising, but the staff worked with us to help put him at ease. Fast forward a few months and now he loves it! When I collect him, he's happy to carry on playing which is a sure sign hes ...
R B
16 March 2026
My daughter currently attends nature trails heskin and loves her time at nursery, the staff have been amazing and she seems excited to go in every day, the team do an amazing job at keeping them entertained and engaged throughout the day with lots of activities too.
Sara C
16 March 2026
We love Nature Trail Heskin! The staff are absolutely brilliant and would 100% recommend. Our Children LOVE the staff and develop a wonderful bond with them. Child 1 attended 2020-2025 and child 2 started in 2025, with both children absolutely loving their time spent at Nursery. Outdoor activities we...
Rebecca M
16 March 2026
Our experience of Heskin nature trail has been super positive. The staff are warm and friendly, the manager Chloe walked us through the process which was appreciated as we were complete novices! Our daughter really enjoys the setting and quickly settled. We liked the fact that this nursery has outdoo...
C R
16 March 2026
After looking at other settings for our daughter me and my husband fell in love with the homely feel the nature trail has, you can feel the love and care every member of staff has for each child! My daughter has been for over 12 months now and we have never had any issues or concerns. We were initi...
Paula D
09 February 2026
Our second child currently attends here and we have had a wonderful experience for the last 4.5 years. When we first viewed nurseries we thought that the facilities were a little tired (and they are, compared to some larger/new build settings), but the warmth and friendliness of staff immediately won...
Sarah B
31 January 2026
My child only started a couple of weeks ago at Heskin after the Euxton setting closed and we already love it. We feel that she is with safe, knowledgeable and friendly staff who genuinely care for her welfare. Our daughter is so happy at Heskin, it was the best decision we made to ask for her to move...
Faye B
29 January 2026
We've had a wonderful experience with Nature Trails Heskin, since our daughter joined in early 2024 and couldn't be happier. The staff are incredibly caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children's development and wellbeing. She has settled in so well into Hedgehogs and looks forward to g...
Rebecca L
29 January 2026
We have always been thrilled with this nursery. They were wonderful with my daughter and now my son is there, both thriving. Really offered a wide variety of activities and a nurturing warm environment We love the outdoor areas and the outdoor focus; and the open plan indoors and flexible play ...
Megan H
29 January 2026
We love Heskin Nature Trail Nursery! My little girl started just before 12 months old and the transition was difficult for her at first but the staff were so kind and attentive towards both my baby and me they made us both so comfortable and now she loves it! The updates on the app are amazing and I ...
Why Partou?
For us at Partou, childcare isn’t just a job, it’s a journey – one where every child leads us in a unique new direction.
As part of the Netherlands’ largest childcare group, we’ve access to world-leading expertise in learning and development, so you can be confident your child will benefit from an experience as unique as they are.
Of course, care is as much about empathy as education, and ours is a child-led approach that emphasises building confidence and curiosity – so that every child in our care has the freedom to flourish.
Reassurance for you and your little one
Care
We’re more than just a team; we’re a close community driven by our passion for childcare, and our commitment to each individual child’s development. We know that by working together, we’re stronger.
Compassion
In our community, compassion isn’t just a word; it’s our way of life. By embracing our differences, we make our community more diverse and vibrant. We build strong, supportive relationships with the children and each other, based on trust and understanding.
Continuous learning
We believe strongly in development, for the children in our care and for ourselves. Through continuous learning, we help our team and our children reach their full potential. Together, we make a positive impact, in our communities and across wider society.