Expansive outdoor garden at Partou Old School House day nursery, featuring pale-wood play tower with blue slide, wooden swing frame with blue seats, natural wooden bench seating, charcoal-blue fencing, dark wood-chip ground surface with timber edging, vibrant pink magnolia blossom overhead, outdoor mud kitchen sign, stepping stones, and green growing areas, providing free-flow outdoor learning and physical development opportunities in the early years setting.

Nurseries in Chorley

Childcare and Early Years education in Partou’s Day Nurseries near Chorley for children aged 0–5.

Why families love our Partou nurseries near Chorley

Naomi M

5 stars

23 June 2026

This is the second time I have used this nursery, the staff are amazing, they love and care for the children like they are their own. I moved my little girl to Partou nursery after an awful experience with a different nursery and honestly there is no comparison. I am 100% happy taking my little girl …

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Elizabeth R

5 stars

27 May 2026

My grandson attends the Old School Nursery and he loves it! The staff encourage him to explore (not that he takes much encouragement) his surrounding and the various toys and equipment they have. The staff always hive a full report of his day when I collect him and say all that is good, as well as …

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Leigh R

5 stars

27 May 2026

Zoe and Karen set the tone from top down with in depth care and pro active management/communication and the wider team all deliver superior care and enjoyment for my daughter each day. My daughter has come on in every metric since joining. Thanks girls

M E

5 stars

20 May 2026

After a few months of being disappointed re my son not having planned activities, outside play and photos and feedback being very limited, a massive change has occurred during the month of may, my son is happy to attend pre-school, we are informed of his daily activities, there is a structure to the …

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Morgan F

5 stars

18 May 2026

The staff are approachable when I need to speak about my little girl. There is a good variety of different activities between the rooms and outside.

Claire H

5 stars

08 May 2026

Since my daughter started nursery in January she has come on leaps and bounds, the staff have been so nice and welcoming and my daughter loves going to nursery. I have never had to worry about her going to nursery and she smiles every morning i take her and she is still smiling at the end of the day…

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Bryony A

5 stars

07 May 2026

Just wanted to say a special thank you for my sons nursery experience. It has been so lovely this week to see him walk straight into the toddler room with ease and it’s all thanks to the lovely staff at Hilltops! I was very reluctant for my son to go to nursery before he could talk, but I know he has…

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Louise F

5 stars

22 April 2026

My son is currently in the ‘Hedgehogs’ room. Since starting in this room, he has developed so much.The staff are amazing! They are caring, nurturing and attentive. My son absolutely loves coming to nursery everyday!

Jordan B

5 stars

13 April 2026

My child has come to this nursery for 2 years now and he absolutely loves it. The nursery are very flexible and accommodating and do lots of varied activities including spending time outside, playing games, signing and dancing. The food is very varied and he loves it. Has a very varied meal menu. He …

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M P

5 stars

26 March 2026

The best nursery I have experienced for my little one. The staff are kind, caring and considerate. They have learned my child to blossom over the last year and half. They do different activities like painting, dance, playing in the garden and going out for walks to park and libary. All this is docu…

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Rebecca E

5 stars

25 March 2026

I really cannot fault Hilltop Nursery, they’ve been amazing with my son and massively influenced his development with the plenty and varied activities they do with him day to day. (Plenty of keepsakes) My son always has the best days & looks forward to attending. I always get plenty of updates/pictur…

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Jasmine L

5 stars

23 March 2026

The nursery goes above and beyond to ensure children are happy, safe, and well cared for. They provide a wide range of themed activities that really support learning and development in a fun and engaging way. They have also been really good at handling my daughter’s milk allergy, they are always mak…

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M R

5 stars

19 March 2026

My children have attended this nursery since 2022 and absolutely love going. The staff are warm and personable, and they arrange a great variety of activities. I’m confident that my children are happy throughout their day, and I’m pleased that I chose this nursery for them.

Christopher S

5 stars

18 March 2026

Absolutely fantastic nursery. The staff have been excellent with both of my children from start to finish. They have really enjoyed all rooms. The outside space is large and fantastic and they love it.

Elisha B

5 stars

18 March 2026

My daughter has been coming to Playdays Blackrod since she was 9 months old, she’s now 3 years old. She loves attending Playdays, she has made so many friends and all the staff have been amazing with her. Its been great to see how my daughter has developed throughout her time at Playdays – she’s so c…

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Nicola P

5 stars

18 March 2026

My children both attend Blackrod Partou and are really thriving. They have many experiences and their confidence is excelling. Staff are all excellent. Commitment and genuine care for my children is evident daily. I cannot thank them enough for their continued support. I would recommend Blackrod Part…

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Nicola H

5 stars

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…

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Rebecca M

5 stars

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…

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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

L B

5 stars

12 March 2026

Never had any issues, always pleasant. The app is updated regularly for what has been done throughout the day. The children have a lot of time outside, which is nice and plenty of space to play/explore. The staff are so lovely and take the time to get to know each child.

L H

5 stars

12 March 2026

The baby room staff are excellent, very attentive, and the bond they form with the children is second to none. The activities and range of food that are offered to the children are amazing. The communication from the staff to parents is exceptional, and I feel assured my child is well cared for and t…

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J H

5 stars

12 March 2026

Arthur has a fantastic time at nursery and can’t wait to go in the morning.

Danielle W

5 stars

11 March 2026

We have Twins at The Railway currently + genuinely they absolutely love going. I really feel like the staff all have time for the Twins and are always friendly on drop off and pick up. They are so settled at The Railway and I wouldn’t move them. They walk in and don’t look back and have real bonds wi…

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Jodie S

5 stars

11 March 2026

My Little boy has attended here for the last 9 months and has come on leaps and bounds with the help of the staff. He is happy and content when he is there and has formed such lovely bonds with them. Knowing he is happy here puts my mind totally at ease and I couldn’t ask for more.

Rebecca L

5 stars

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 …

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L W

5 stars

23 July 2024

Nature Trail at the Railway, I can’t thank all the staff enough. I’ll be eternally grateful for all your help and support over these last 3 years. My daughter is thriving and is ready to go onto her next journey into reception at primary school all thanks to these wonderful people. We absolutely love…

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