Partou shortlised in five categories at National NMT Nursery Awards

September 11th, 2024

We're proud to announce that we've been shortlisted in five categories for the National NMT Nursery Awards.

In addition to being a finalist for the prestigious Large Nursery Group accolade, three of our settings and a much-loved Nursery Manager are in the running to receive an award.

Guests attending the National NMT Nursery Awards in a large conference and gala venue illuminated with dramatic red and blue lighting. Hundreds of attendees are seated at elegantly dressed round tables with candlelit centrepieces, while a large stage screen displays award branding. The prestigious early years industry event celebrates excellence in childcare, nursery leadership, early years education, staff achievement and innovation across the UK nursery sector.

Nursery Management Today (NMT) is the UK’s leading publication for nursery managers and owners, providing the latest news, insights and tips from across the Early years Sector.

For the past 22 years, they have celebrated achievements from across the industry through the National NMT Nursery Awards.

Each year, nursery groups and childcare professionals are invited to submit an entry to the awards. Entries are then judged by a panel of experts who shortlist a series of finalists before selecting a winner.

We have been shortlisted for a total of five awards. Each of these signifies the incredible work happening across our nurseries and celebrates the passion and commitment of our team members.

Partou Little Dragons: Training & Development
After claiming the Training and Development Award at this year’s National Day Nurseries Association Awards, Harrogate based Little Dragons have again been nominated at the National NMTs.

Bambi Wainwright, Partou Little Dragons: The SENCo Award
Recognising Bambi’s exceptional dedication to supporting children with Special Educational Needs in her role as Nursery Manager, the nomination pays testament to her thoughtful planning and unwavering support for children and their families.

Partou Bumpkins: Outdoor Learning Environment
Bumpkins, our ‘Outstanding’ rated nursery in in Royston has been recognised for its amazing outdoor spaces that act as ‘living classrooms’ and inspire creativity through hands-on learning.

Partou Storytimes: Indoor Learning Environment
Staying true to its name, Storytimes, has a storybook theme running throughout. The nursery’s ability to develop a sense of wonder and spark imagination has seen it prevail as a true contender for the award that celebrates engaging spaces.

Partou Childcare: Large Nursery Group
In our first year operating as a unified provider of childcare, we have been nominated for the prestigious award which celebrates the delivery of excellent childcare across 70 settings or more.

Samantha Rhodes, Partou Managing Director, praised the collective efforts of nursery teams for the group’s recognition at the awards.

The 2024 National NMT Nursery Awards will be presented on Saturday November 30 at ExCeL London.

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