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Why families love Partou Nurseries
Stephanie M
01 April 2026
My little boy started in March 2026, I can’t quite believe how well he has settled in. As a first time mum, it has been so reassuring to know that my boy is taken care of so well, and in a safe and clean environment. The staff have been so welcoming and communication is excellent, I always get full f…
R S
31 March 2026
We’re very happy with how our little one has settled in here! The staff have really helped with her confidence and she looks forward to seeing them. It’s also nice to receive the daily on the app to see what she’s been up to.
I K
31 March 2026
Very hospitable nursery. Good daily feedback about the child’s activities. Kept upto date regularly about any changes or issues. Very friendly staff and a really enthusiastic manager. I would highly recommend this nursery to all parents.
Andrea A
31 March 2026
Lovely nursery with great staff. My daughter really enjoys going to Safehands and has a good relationship with all the people there. She has been going since a very early age and we have seen her progress a lot.
A I
31 March 2026
A wonderful nursery with kind, attentive and genuinely caring staff. My son feels comfortable, safe and very happy here, which means a great deal to us as parents. We have seen lovely progress in his confidence, learning and social skills since he started.
Lauren F
31 March 2026
As an auntie, I just wanted to share how lovely it’s been seeing my niece/nephew so happy and settled at nursery. From the moment they started, the staff have been incredibly warm, caring, and attentive, which made such a difference not only to them but to our whole family. Could not recommend this …
Annie S
31 March 2026
Lovely nursery with really caring staff that go the extra mile and make the children feel secure and happy. My son and daughter have both attended and been happy at the setting. The food served is great too.
D H
31 March 2026
Really happy with the nursery. All staff are super friendly. I would definitely recommend this nursery.
Andrew M
31 March 2026
Team are very caring and being a small group, based in a converted house, it feels like a family. I love that they have been so flexible and accommodating; if we needed an extra day etc was never too much trouble, which is the advantage of the smaller more intimate setting. Feel team are building th…
Michael P
31 March 2026
All of the team provide Mabel with a high level of care and attention. This gives us the reassurance we needed as parents, that she is in safe hands. The location is always well kept and clean, making for a safe environment.
G M
31 March 2026
The staff provide the most amazing service and I know my child has the most amazing time when he is there. My son has settled so well into the nursery and I know this is because of how the staff have encouraged and supported him through this transition. The staff are so friendly and accommodating and…
Sachin P
31 March 2026
My son started attending nursery in September 2025. It has been wonderful to see the support from teachers, who have helped my son settle in and adjust to the new environment. The nursery is spacious and has a wide variety of toys, allowing the children to enjoy their time there. The staff is very su…
Toni S
31 March 2026
Our daughter absolutely loves going to nursery. She is always so happy to go in every morning and clearly adores the staff. Since starting we’vre seen her grow and develop so much which has been wonderful to watch. It’s obvious that the team genuinely care for the children and create such a warm lovi…
Andrew W
31 March 2026
Bumpkins has been fantastic for our son since he joined in June 2025. The team are always finding new exciting activities for him and we’ve seen such a jump in his development. He’s had a key worker throughout who provides daily feedback, works with you around your requirements for your child and wha…
Erin H
31 March 2026
Our daughter loves coming to nursery. Brimstage offers a supportive and nurturing environment. We enjoy the regular updates via the app. We are regularly updated on our child’s progress. Our daughter has formed good relationships with her caregivers and we are happy with how pre-school is preparing …
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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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