Looking for nurseries in Greater Manchester? Discover Partou childcare and pre-school for children aged 0–5.
B A
18 May 2026
This nursery is very best. The staff’s are well trained and very caring. The management is superb too. Can’t ask for anything else. My child is taken care of and am feel the nursery is best for her.
Lindsey H
30 March 2026
We couldn’t be happier with this nursery. The staff are friendly, caring, and genuinely invested in the children’s development. Our son has come on so much since starting, both in confidence and learning. The environment is safe, welcoming, and well organised, and communication with parents is always…
B W
30 March 2026
Ever since my one year-old has attended Cherubs since September 2025, she has loved her time there and some of the connections she has made with the staff has been beautiful to see. I am regularly updated with photos on the parent zone website and can see how much she enjoys being there. Her social s…
Imogen S
30 March 2026
I was really anxious about returning to work, but this nursery has made the transition so much easier. From the beginning, I’ve always felt completely comfortable leaving my child in their care. The staff truly go above and beyond, creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe and h…
Christopher S
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
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…
Nicola P
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…
Sarah B
06 March 2026
My daughter has been attending Cherubs since 2023 and my son was there for 3 years before this. It’s a fantastic nursery, the staff feel like family and the outdoor space is amazing. My daughter has had some difficulties with her hearing and they have been really supportive during the process of ge…
A C
02 March 2026
Staff are great they helped my daughter transition to the next room. She has gone in for few sessions before moving fully which helped her and myself feel comfortable. Communicated each step with myself.
S F
16 February 2026
My children have been going here for five months now and I can’t recommend this place enough. the induction sessions were great for letting the babies get used to the people and place, and now they’re in properly, they always keep me in the loop whenever anything happens. They have been very understa…
C M
12 February 2026
I would 100% recommend this nursery absolutely brilliant. All the members of staff are amazing. My daughter has been going since she was 10 months and the improvement and development within her progress is very noticeable.
C T
12 February 2026
Amazing nursery, girls go above and beyond for my little boy in the preschool school.
L M
10 February 2026
Our daughter started in September 2025. Since the start she has progressed socially and her language ability has grown quickly. She loves her staff, and as parents we are so happy and content. From the very beginning we were made to feel comfortable and knew our daughter would feel safe and grow in c…
Emily S
08 February 2026
After viewing over 15 nurseries and instantly feeling at home and comfortable when we viewed footprints we knew it was the right one for our disabled daughter. We honestly couldn’t be happier with this nursery. The care, patience, and kindness they show to my disabled daughter is truly amazing. Every…
Mike R
07 February 2026
Our daughter has been here now for around 10 months, she absolutely loves it. The staff have always been great, the app updates are good and we have never had a problem. Wouldn’t go anywhere else.
Anisha P
06 February 2026
The nursery resources and staff members are amazing! They always keep me updated via the app, and show photos of my daughter playing which is nice to see. My daughter is always so happy to attend the nursery and enjoys her time there. The nursery is spacious which is excellent for children to play in…
Rebecca H
06 February 2026
My son started nursery in January 2026. After a difficult start for him since birth and the worries I had about him needing extra support. I didn’t want him to go to nursery, but for his development I needed to let him so I visited Footprints after hearing great things from other people. I was very i…
Peter C
02 February 2026
If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Ever since starting nursery, we have seen a massive change in our child. We were apprehensive at first but the taster sessions prior to starting helped us and our child settle. It took a few weeks but it started to become part of his routine. Michelle and t…
R H
10 November 2025
Our son has been attending Little Acorns in Atherton since he was 7 months old. I had been worried about leaving him but had to return to work. We visited a number of nurseries as it is such a big deal entrusting your child into the care of someone else but this one just felt right. The staff a…
Emma R
03 November 2025
My son has been attending Village Day Nursery since he was five months old, obviously as he was quite young I was anxious to leave him but the small, family feel to the nursery made me feel confident he would be safe. As an Early Years specialist myself (to PhD level) I knew exactly what I wanted fro…
Amelia S
12 August 2025
I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough. From the first day my little boy started, they have been incredible. Over the past three years, he has loved every moment in each of the three rooms, gaining wonderful experiences and happy memories. The staff are exceptional, from the caring nursery te…
Lauren D
24 February 2025
Excellent Nursery. My son has been welcomed so nicely and he is learning so much. Love the app for updates. The girls are great. Love that they take them outside even as babies. Food selection is good.
Lehann R
05 February 2025
I’m absolutely delighted with my Best Friends Day Nursery! The staff are caring, attentive, and create such a warm and nurturing environment for my little boy. He has blossomed in confidence and enjoys every day walking into the room and then always coming home with a big smile. The activities are …
Rachael W
31 August 2023
Our little boy has been at the village nursery since 10 months old (he has just moved into preschool) He is looked after so well, and the staff that care for him have all been kind, nurturing and loving. It’s been lovely to see how happy he is playing and enjoying all the fun activities that the st…
Partou operates eight nurseries across Greater Manchester, trusted by families for providing safe, inspiring environments for children aged 0–5. Each setting combines high-quality early years education with a variety of engaging activities that build confidence, creativity and independence.
From nature days and forest school sessions to sensory rooms, soft play areas, minibus day trips and magical gardens, our nurseries give children the opportunity to learn and thrive through play and exploration. Government-funded childcare options are also available, making trusted childcare more affordable for families across the region.
Scroll through our nurseries or use the map below to find the Greater Manchester nursery closest to you!
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Ofsted highlights Partou Ware Day Nursery & Pre-school’s warm, inclusive environment, where children make strong progress, grow in independence, and receive tailored support to thrive. Find out more about the team and their approach to inclusive childcare.
Partou Cherry Trees Day Nursery and Pre-school in Slough, has been praised by Ofsted for its “inclusive approach,” highlighted as a key strength. Inspectors commended the tailored support for children facing barriers to learning, strong staff training, and close partnerships with families, all…
To celebrate International Day of Play, we’ve joined UNICEF UK to champion every child’s right to play, and share what nearly 900 of our educators know about how it shapes the early years.
