Private day nurseries across London for children aged 0–5, trusted by families for quality care and early years education.
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!
Lily M
12 August 2026
Dear Graziela, Pilar, Bonny, Maha, Rukeya, Fatema, Giulia, I found Iris has reached a huge milestone recently. Since around mid last week, she started saying ‘please’, ‘thank you’ and ‘you’re welcome’ a lot. And i mean, A LOT – for literally EVERY SINGLE thing we do for her at home. Example, I was …
N D
20 July 2026
**Thank you so much to the entire team. I am truly grateful for everything you have done. My son absolutely loved coming to nursery . There were even times when he couldn’t wait to go because he enjoyed spending time there so much.** **I would especially like to thank the manager for her kindness, w…
Danielle D
20 July 2026
Graziela is a wonderful manager & person, her team are incredible also. Our son was a shy little boy when he started, in nearly 2 years he has come on leaps and bounds. He is confident, his speech is amazing and he has such a great relationship with the merchant square team. I’m so grateful to the …
Sardar N
13 July 2026
We can’t thank everyone at Lavender Hill Day Nursery enough! Both of our children have attended the nursery, and we’ve had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The staff are caring, supportive, and truly dedicated to every child’s development and happiness. Thank you for giving our children …
Emily O
06 July 2026
Our son has been going to this nursery since he was 1 years old, and he has loved it! He will soon be leaving for school and as much as this next step in his development is exciting we will be very sad to leave this nursery, and we will miss everyone very much. He has formed lovely bonds with the st…
L W
03 July 2026
We are really pleased with the nursery and how much love, support and care goes into the children and their development. Our kids are happy at the nursery and have developed strong relationships with the other children and staff whilst there.
S L
20 June 2026
We’re really pleased we decided to send our son here! Friendly staff who genuinely care, outside space (rare in this area), loads of fun and learning taking place, and term time only rates (great value for teachers).
L M
07 May 2026
I have two children in Lancaster Nursery and could not be happier with the professionalism and care that is presented/given to my children. The staff are always very attentive and pleasant from my experience and it is well managed. The environment is always safe, enjoyable and clean which is priority…
A H
01 May 2026
Both our daughters love the nursery, the staff are amazing, the facilities are great and all the children seem happy. The staff take a lot of time preparing structured fun learning sessions whilst incorporating a lot of outdoor play. The chef cooks fresh nutritious food which they enjoy too!
Michelle B
24 April 2026
My Goddaughter has been attending this nursery since the age of 1 years old, she has grown tremendously within all areas and aspects of her development.The attention to detail to the care and support she receives is above and beyond. The staff are so attentive to her needs and not only do they suppor…
V S
31 March 2026
It took some time for our son to settle and the staff were incredibly patient and supportive in helping with this big change. He’s now having the best time every day he spends at nursery and can really be himself! Every member of staff is exceptional and we’re really happy to see him thrive!
R W
31 March 2026
Our boy, and we as parents, could not be happier with Partou. He gets such a warm welcome and clearly enjoys it. If we walk past it on non-nursery days he screams as he wants to go in. They keep us informed about food, nappy, and sleep times and regularly upload photos and commentary on his progress….
Moustapha D
31 March 2026
We’ve had a wonderful experience with Partou Gingerbread House for both of our daughters-one in the baby room and the other in preschool. The staff in the baby room are incredibly warm, attentive, and nurturing. They take the time to understand each child’s routine and personality, which gave us rea…
Ayisha J
31 March 2026
The staff have been incredibly warm, caring, and attentive, creating a safe and nurturing environment where our son has truly thrived. It’s clear how much thought and effort goes into each day-there’s always a great balance of learning, play, and creativity. The facilities are clean, well-organised,…
D V
11 March 2026
We are incredibly grateful to the whole nursery team for the wonderful care and support you provide. From the very beginning, you made our son’s transition into nursery smooth and reassuring. Your genuine care and kindness were clear from day one, which gave us great confidence and peace of mind. The…
M C
10 August 2025
I was very anxious about sending my 14 month old to nursery, but the team made me feel so at ease and really helped with the transition. The staff are so kind, I feel like each person takes time to get to know every child, even if they are not that child’s key person. My daughter has a great relation…
Kate C
07 June 2025
From a very anxious parent, sending my little one to nursery was scary but the whole process was made easy by everyone involved. In just a few months I have seen improvements in my daughter’s confidence and learning new skills. She has a great key worker and the saying “it takes a village ..” rings…
S A
29 March 2025
This is a lovely nursery. The staff are superb – really enthusiastic, helpful and kind, and the management is done very efficiently. The location is also great, next to a big sports field. Both of my boys are very happy here.
T D
20 February 2024
Really pleased with the overall experience at Nelly’s Nursery – DSG. From the wide range of activities, that encourage both play and are educational, to the very attentive and patient staff members, who have also supported my child as well as encouraged independence. I really enjoy the 1one-to-one …
L T
21 February 2023
The team in the main room are excellent, all are enthusiastic and allow my child opportunities to develop her own interests and encourage engagement with activities throughout the day. My daughter has thrived – she is confident and a curious learner and enjoys discussing her imaginative ideas with th…
With eight locations across the capital, Partou’s London day nurseries provide trusted childcare and pre-school education to families in Dulwich, Croydon, Paddington, Clapham, and West Norwood. Each nursery offers a warm, engaging environment for children aged 0–5, with bright playrooms, inspiring outdoor spaces, and experienced staff dedicated to every child’s development.
From sensory rooms and adventure gardens to nutritious meals and tailored learning, our nurseries are designed to engage children and support busy families. Whether you’re searching for a private nursery in Paddington, a day nursery near Clapham, or a space with exceptional outdoor facilities in West London, you’ll find an option that suits your needs.
We also offer flexible sessions and government-funded childcare for eligible families.
Scroll through our London nurseries or use the map below to find the London nursery closest to you
27 Turney Rd, Dulwich, London SE21 8LX
Mon – Fri, 7.30am to 6.30pm (excl. bank holidays)
All Saints Church, Rosendale Rd, Norwood, London SE21 8LN
Mon – Fri, 7.30am to 6.30pm (excl. bank holidays)
43 Lancaster Ave, Norwood, London SE27 9EL
Mon – Fri, 7.30am to 6.30pm (excl. bank holidays)
Dulwich Sports Ground, Turney Road, London SE21 7JH
Mon – Fri, 7.30am to 6.30pm (excl. bank holidays)
13 Harbet Rd, Paddington, London W2 1AJ
Mon – Fri, 8am to 6pm (excl. bank holidays)
204 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London, SW11 1JG
Mon – Fri, 7.30am to 6.30pm (excl. bank holidays)
81 Purley Downs Road, South Croydon, CR2 0RJ
Mon – Fri, 7.30am to 6.00pm (excl. bank holidays)
We are delighted to welcome Dr Karen Boardman to Partou as our Group SEND and Inclusion Lead.
Read more about Karen’s expertise and passion for SEND and Inclusion in early year education and care.
Naiane Serafin Godinho, Nursery Chef at Partou Progress House in Market Harborough, has been shortlisted for Chef of the Year at the National NMT Nursery Awards 2026.
Nursery Manager Nina Halls shares what makes Nai’s passion for early years nutrition stand out.
Partou Alexandra in Redditch has been shortlisted for Sustainable Nursery of the Year at the National NMT Nursery Awards 2026.
Nursery Manager Holly Browning explains how the team reuses and repurposes before buying new, and why the children are part of it.
