Why choose Partou Chorley Day Nursery & Pre-School?

Conveniently located close to Chorley town centre and within easy reach of the motorway, Partou Chorley is a warm, welcoming nursery where children arrive happy and eager to start their day.

The curriculum is thoughtfully planned around children’s individual interests and stages of development, giving children opportunities to explore, repeat and build on their learning through play and imaginative experiences. From sensory play in the baby room to storytelling, creative activities and outdoor adventures in pre-school, every stage is carefully considered.

Outdoor learning is woven into daily life, with an on-site outdoor play area as well as a local park and nature walk just minutes away. Outdoor play is an important part of the early years curriculum and supports children to build confidence and social skills as well as aiding physical development all whilst having fun.

Families describe the nursery as a true home from home, and the long-standing team is a big part of why. Staff know children and families well, transitions are handled with patience and reassurance, and parent partnerships are nurtured to ensure the very best learning outcomes for children.

School readiness is an important part of nursery life and we have close links with local schools help children move on to the next chapter feeling confident and ready.

If you are looking for a nursery in Chorley where your child will be known, nurtured and inspired to thrive – we think you’ll love Partou Chorley Day Nursery & Pre-School.

Facilities

Strong parent partnerships to support children's learning

A child led curriculum that reflects the individual interests and needs of every child.

3 week rolling menus created by nutritionist Laura Mathews

Outdoor learning in our garden and local community

On-site car park that makes dropping off your little ones safe and easy

We offer a variety of childcare funded places

Nursery fees

Full-day
(2 sessions) 

Weekly rate

Early start session 

Morning session

Afternoon session 

Session time

8am-6pm

8am-6pm daily

7.30-8am

8am-1pm

1pm-6pm

0-3 year olds

Care​

£63.33

£278.15

£3.67

£36.93

£41.80

Meals &

snacks​

£7.00

£35.00

£4.00

£3.00

Consumables​

£3.00

£15.00

£1.60

£1.40

Total

£73.33

£328.15

£3.67

£42.53

£46.20

3+ year olds

Care​

£56.67

£248.35

£3.33

£33.07

£37.60

Meals &

snacks​

£7.00

£35.00

£4.00

£3.00

Consumables​

£3.00

£15.00

£1.60

£1.40

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.

Terms & conditions apply 

 

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 Chorley 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 Chorley 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 Chorley 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 Chorley Day Nursery & Pre-School are below so you can see which term dates funding is applicable for:

 

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 Chorley
Day Nursery
& Pre-school

01257 469202

Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6pm (excl. bank holidays)

Initial Site, Unit 1, Harpers Lane, Chorley, PR6 0FD

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What do families say about Partou Chorley Day Nursery & Pre-School in Chorley?

Overall rating

5 stars

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4 stars

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John W

5 stars

12 March 2026

Absolutely fantastic nursery, we couldn't be happier with the service we're receiving. The whole team always go out of their way for our daughter and are really helping our little girl with her writing, spelling and counting.

A N

5 stars

12 March 2026

This nursery is amazing. My child runs in every day and loves all the staff. The staff are so friendly and lovely. They have helped my child with there development and now they are above where they need to be. I cant find a fault with them at all

A J

5 stars

13 February 2026

I have worked in Childcare as a room leader and manager of a Playgroup for 27 years so have a good idea of excellent practice. This Nursery is excellent in my opinion. My granddaughter loves to go to nursery and is supported by both her key worker and the other staff who work in her room. I can te...

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E J

5 stars

13 February 2026

This is a great nursery; the staff are lovely and provide really child-centred care. They have recognised and supported my child's development needs since day 1. The communication is unrivalled and updates on the app are contemporaneous, so I'm always reassured my child is having a good day. The clas...

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L B

5 stars

12 February 2026

All the staff are amazing with my son. He has such a lovely time at nursery and always comes home smiling and tired from a fun filled day. The nursery is always clean and welcoming with lots for the children to get involved in. Thank you so much to all the staff for taking such good care of my baby!

Katie T

5 stars

12 February 2026

Brilliant nursery which my child has settled into really well since starting nearly 18 months ago, All the staff are friendly , kind and caring and my child really enjoys all the activities they provide here , she loves to tell me about her day on the drive home each day. It's also nice to see wha...

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Rebecca B

5 stars

12 February 2026

My LG has been attending since November 2024. I was very apprehensive about her starting nursery as I wasn't sure that anyone could look after her the way me and her dad can. My anxieties were very quickly put to rest when I saw how nurturing they were with the children and how my girl would always b...

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Emily B

5 stars

12 February 2026

I can't speak highly enough of the staff at Nature Trail Chorley, my daughter started at 8 months old and she has thrived in the environment with the care of such incredible ladies! The staff go above and beyond every single day to ensure my daughter has the best days and we couldn't be more thankful...

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Stacey K

5 stars

12 February 2026

My son started at this nursery last month, and we have already seen such a positive difference in him. From the very first day, the staff made us feel welcome and reassured. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. It's clear that they truly enjoy what they do. We are so pleased we cho...

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Chelsea M

5 stars

12 February 2026

Chorley Partou nursery is a lovely setting, my little one has been going to the nursery for almost 2 years now and they love coming to nursery. All the staff are very welcoming, friendly and go above and beyond. The children are always busy having fun, indoors and out. Parents are regularly update...

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J L

5 stars

12 February 2026

I couldn't recommend this nursery enough. The staff are very accommodating and genuinely care about every single child they care for. They keep you updated on your child's learning development and key milestones. My four year old always looks forward to the days when he is in nursery, and I can have ...

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ALISON M

5 stars

12 February 2026

Fantastic nursery. My little boy has settled in really well and looks forward to going. The staff are lovely. Always smiling, friendly and polite. You are kept updated via an app on care of child. And always get a good handover when picking up. Highly recommend this nursery.

S M

4 stars

12 February 2026

Really good nursery, my child has just recently started nursery here and was abit upset the first few sessions due to seperation with me, but the lovely staff at Nature Trail soon helped to settle and now my child loves it. Its also lovely to see the daily updates on the app. Its nice to see all the ...

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L C

5 stars

12 February 2026

Absolutely brilliant nursery, always put their best foot forward with my daughter. She loves going to nursery and it's all she talks about! She can be abit shy when she goes in the mornings but they always make her feel comfortable and they let me know once she's settled. Brilliant nursery with the m...

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D D

5 stars

12 February 2026

Lovely nursery, fab with my boy, amazing staff, amazing food and such a happy environment to be in. They have helped to make my son feel happy and at ease as he can be unsure sometimes of people and places he's never been or met. Would definitely recommend

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.