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Why families love Partou Nurseries
E B
05 October 2026
Our son has been attending Little Darlings for nearly a year, and has settled in amazingly both initially and during his transition to the Littlies room. He’s created such a bond with all the staff, even those that don’t routinely work in his room, and it’s testament to how caring and friendly all …
Emily B
29 September 2026
My little boy has been attending for just over a year, since he was 6 months old, the baby room staff are incredible! They are so welcoming and supportive, he absolutely loves going and his confidence has come on leaps and bounds! The management staff are always helpful and knowledgeable. I couldn’t …
J G
29 September 2026
Our daughter joined Little Dragon this September and has SEN needs, so we were naturally quite nervous. But the staff have been absolutely amazing. They’ve been so patient, understanding and attentive – doing everything they can to help her settle, feel secure and stay regulated. You can really see h…
S T
26 September 2026
My son has been at Little Dragons for a year now and we are so pleased we made the move. The staff are all excellent, they really take the time to get to know each child individually and care is person centred. Food is excellent and nothing is ever too much trouble. My son’s development in pre school…
Ellie O
25 September 2026
Staff are friendly and welcoming to both the children and their families. Make every child feel special and let them have their own little personalities show. Always have a keen interest in a child’s development both physically and emotionally.
N B
25 September 2026
My daughter has been attending Magic Tree for the past 3 months since she was 9 months old and I couldn’t recommend it enough. All of the staff are kind and friendly and keep you up to date throughout the day on sleeps, nappy changes, meals etc using an app. My daughter always has a smile on her face…
Kimberley S
25 September 2026
My little boy as been attending little dragons since June 2026 I was very nervous at leaving him as he as febrile convulsions to which can happen very sudden but the care the girls have given him and the reassurance I’ve been given is above and beyond and I feel very settled when he’s there he’s abso…
Tom B
24 September 2026
Excellent nursery – the staff have been incredibly welcoming and our son loves it there. There’s a really positive open dialogue between the nursery and the parents, and the level of day-to-day communication has been invaluable to us. We’re extremely happy with the progress our son is making!
Susan E
23 September 2026
Our daughter has attended Partou Acorns in Adel since she was just over one years old. From the beginning we found the baby room a supportive and caring environment for our special baby and felt confident dropping her off. The Tweenies has really helped our daughter flourish and develop her confidenc…
Rachel T
23 September 2026
Both my son and daughter attend this nursery and love it. We have always felt very comfortable with the staff and know our children are being well looked after. There is a variety of creative activities every day and lots of outside play.
Oliver W
22 September 2026
Both our children have had a brilliant time at Westfields. The staff are so caring and supportive of the children ensuring they make great progress whilst enjoying their time with them. Our eldest who has just moved onto school has left being fully prepared and ready to learn and socialise with the o…
Noemi L
22 September 2026
My daughter has only been going there for a month but so far I’m very satisfied. The staff seem very friendly and patient. My daughter is quite shy and reserved and even so she seems quite happy to go. The meals are nice and balanced, I get daily updates in terms of nappy change and meals consume…
Jade B
22 September 2026
Great experience so far. Marley has settled in well and enjoyed his first couple of months at Hawkesbury Road. He’s made great friendships and bonded well with his key worker. It has also been so lovely getting updates on what he’s been doing and pictures sent home. If possible, would be great if you…
T B
22 September 2026
My child started this month and I am so happy with the nursery. All of the nursery staff are super friendly, they keep you updated throughout the day and they always seem so happy to see the children. I couldn’t recommend them more.
Laura R
22 September 2026
Every single member of staff is friendly, welcoming and genuinely happy, which creates such a positive atmosphere from the moment you walk through the door. The range of activities is great, and we love how much time the children spend outdoors. Lily, the manager, is always approachable and quick …
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Why choose Partou?
Turning wonder into learning is at the heart of everything we do. We nurture those everyday moments of wonder and curiosity to encourage children to grow in confidence and thrive in their own brilliantly unique way.
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.
Our play-based curriculum focuses on the Early Years Foundation Stage, preparing children for school through exploration, creativity and social development.
Partou operates over 110 nurseries across England, providing Ofsted-registered childcare for babies, toddlers and pre-school children aged 0-5.
Our nurseries offer flexible sessions including full days, half days and term-time only options, with funded places available for eligible 2, 3 and 4-year-olds.
Search above to find your nearest Partou nursery by postcode, town or city. Each nursery page includes opening hours, fees, current availability and Ofsted ratings so you can make a fully informed decision about this important first step on your child’s early years educational journey.
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