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Apples & Cherries Day Nursery & Pre-School, Uxbridge
Based in Uxbridge, Apple & Cherries Day Nursery & Pre-School provides great Early Years support for children aged from six months to five years old.
As a Partou nursery, we believe that every child is unique. That’s why we strive to provide engaging educational activities that meet the needs and interests of our children every single day.
Facilities
Age-specific playrooms that are designed to meet the needs of babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers
Fantastic parent partnerships with regular in-person and online updates keeping you informed on your child’s progress
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
Exciting outdoor areas which include a rock-climbing tree to enhance children’s physical abilities
An exciting curriculum that reflects the individual needs and interest of every child
Funded childcare places available
Nursery fees
| Full-day (2 sessions) |
Weekly rate |
Early drop off session | Morning session | Afternoon session |
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| Session time | 8.00am-6.00pm | 8.00am-6.00pm daily | 7.30am-8.00am | 8.00am-1.00pm | 1.00pm- 6.00pm |
| Care | £67.00 | £301.50 | £5.05 | £40.20 | £40.20 |
| Meals & snacks | £9.05 | £45.25 | £5.35 | £3.70 | |
| Consumables | £2.95 | £14.75 | £1.75 | £1.20 | |
| Total | £79.00 | £361.50 | £47.30 | £45.10 |
Upon registration, you will be asked to pay a £75 registration fee (non-refundable) or a £75 registration deposit to reserve your child’s nursery place (see terms and conditions for eligibility).
What’s included in our fees?
Our full fees are clearly broken down into care, meals & snacks and consumables fees for full transparency.
Care fees include: trained, qualified team members taking care of your child, regular updates about your child and their progress at nursery, a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities tailored to the needs of your child, and use of the nursery building facilities.
Meals & snacks fees cover the cost of all food and drinks whilst your child is in our care. Meal and snack times are a very important part of Partou nursery life, learn more about how we make food and nutrition enjoyable and educational for children in our care.
Consumables include; important daily care items needed such as nappies, wet wipes and sun cream.
Discounts
Only one discount can be applied at any time:
- 5% discount for eldest child for siblings.
- 5% discount for Blue Light Card holders.
Other key information
- We’re closed on Bank Holidays.
- We’re closed between Christmas and New Year.
- Charges apply across 52 weeks of the year, including Bank Holidays.
- We close for 3 inset days a year, families are contacted in advance to confirm dates for the year ahead.
Funded childcare
Partou Apples & Cherries Day Nursery & Pre-School is proud to offer funded childcare places
Funded childcare is a government incentive fulfilled by Local Authorities which aims to provide financial support for eligible families accessing childcare at an OFSTED registered setting. Partou Apples & Cherries Day Nursery & Pre-School work with Hillingdon Local Authority to apply childcare funding for eligible families.
Funding typically covers 15 or 30 hours per week for the 38 term weeks of the year across a maximum of 10 hours a day, which will be applied in different ways depending how many weeks of the year your child is in childcare:
- Children who are in year-round childcare will receive “stretched” funding. This means that their 15/30 hours over 38 weeks will be stretched over 51 weeks of the year so children accessing year-round childcare at Partou Apples & Cherries will receive 11.17/22.35 hours of funded childcare per week.
- Children who have term-time only childcare places will receive 15/30 hours funding per week over 38 weeks of the year. Term-time only places are limited and are subject to availability.
Government funding for childcare only applies to the care fee (as described above). Meals & snacks and consumables fees are fully chargeable for all sessions including funded.
Many families are eligible for government funded childcare, see our childcare funding guide for more information.
Term duration and dates
The 2025/2026 terms dates set by Hillingdon Local Authority for Partou Apples & Cherries Day Nursery & Pre-School are below so you can see which term dates funding is applicable for:
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Autumn Term | Spring Term | Summer Term |
| Term Duration | 14 Weeks | 12 Weeks | 12 Weeks |
| 1st Half Term Dates | 8th Sept – 24th Oct | 5th Jan – 13th Feb | 13th April – 22nd May |
| 2nd Half Term Dates | 3rd Nov – 19th Dec | 23rd Feb – 27th March | 1st June – 17th July |
Please note that when you access funding in the term can impact the hours you are eligible for within that term period.
Our team will be able to assist you with any funding and term questions you may have.
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Apples & Cherries
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01895 233444
Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6.00pm (excl. bank holidays)
Apples and Cherries Day Nursery, Shepherds Cl, Cowley, Uxbridge UB8 2EZ
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What do families say about Partou Apples & Cherries Day Nursery & Pre-School in Uxbridge?
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J A
24 June 2025
Both my children have been attending this nursery for the last 6 months They settled so well and are so happy and excited to go in each morning. At collection they always seem like they've had good fun. The staff are amazing across the nursery, so welcoming and cheerful. I know my kids feel happy an...
Claire B
24 June 2025
ind knowing exactly how my daughter is spending her day. Since starting here, my daughter has come on in leaps and bounds-her vocabulary, motor skills, and confidence have all grown dramatically. Most importantly, she is happy. And as a parent, that's all I could ask for. This nursery has been ...
K K
22 August 2024
Both my children attend Apples & Cherries, my oldest one has just left which I am very upset about. They love the teachers and they have come on leaps and bounds since being there. I am very happy with Apples and Cherries, my children are very happy there. Would highly recommend this nursery.
Helen B
24 June 2024
Our under-2-year-old son has thrived at Apples and Cherries Nursery. He is happy to go and is always absorbed in activity when we collect him. His speech has improved and he is more adventurous with his food thanks to the staff. Safeguarding is given a high priority and I have always been satisfied ...
Kamron B
24 June 2024
Excellent nursery, very friendly, very proactive, easy and flexible to work with, strong community of staff, children and parents. Lots of fun, diverse activities are done with their young people. Highly recommended. Our boy has made so much progress and has so much fun at the nursery.
J P
24 June 2024
Our daughter loves Apples and Cherries, she has been attending for over a year now and her development has been enhanced by the care that she has received. She started in the baby room and is now in the toddler room. The nursery has had new owners recently who seem to be making positive changes (e.g....
Kristina A
22 March 2024
Facilities, communication and location - the top 3 factors that led me to choose this nursery for my child and I never regretted my decision. Facilities are roomy with lots of different activities and toys that are beneficial for child development not just for the fun. All staff members are very kind...
D M
07 March 2024
My son has been at nursery for almost three years. A couple of months ago the nursery was sold to the new owners. There have been a few changes. Furniture, days, planning to refurbish the garden and play zones. Teachers are very friendly and always happy to help with everything. My son never complain...
Michelle K
20 February 2024
Our child was at this nursery from 2021 through 2023. We'd previously moved from a different nursery where communication was a major problem, so we especially appreciated how communicative and transparent the staff were. For instance, when there were issues with covid, they emailed and called anyone ...
Andreea M
28 April 2023
I am the aunt of one of the babies in the nursery. Every time she comes home she’s so excited to talk about all the activities her teachers and friends are involved in. This nursery is one of the best, as I really feel that she’s so comfortable with everyone there; almost as if it was a second fa...
Lamar R
28 April 2023
My niece attends here and she loves it! She has learned so much and has experienced loads of fun stuff! This nursery is really the best. The staff are all lovely and go above and beyond that the kids are having a great time.
Emmanuel G
28 April 2023
Apples & Cherries have been amazing since my son registered early this year. I’ve split with my partner and have my boy every other weekend, I usually collect him on Fridays but because I work & live in the city I’m usually late to collect him yet that has never been a issue at this nurse...
Kenita G
27 April 2023
I was so impressed by the presentation, cleanliness and hygiene of the nursery upon arrival to pick up my niece, the staff are very polite and professional and I can tell that everything is very organised and thorough. I have a baby on the way and in all honestly, I will not take my childcare anywher...
K D
27 April 2023
My son goes to this nursery and I’m very happy with everything, I would recommend this nursery to anyone that asks me. My son is really happy here which is why I highly recommend this nursery. One staff member, in particular, is very friendly and caring.
H M
27 April 2023
My niece loves coming here to Apples and Cherries Day Nursery and is happy every time she leaves. Staff are friendly and polite. Clean environment and a nice family atmosphere, a great overall experience. Five stars, highly recommend!
Why Partou?
For us at Partou, childcare isn’t just a job, it’s a journey – one where every child leads us in a unique new direction.
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.
Of course, care is as much about empathy as education, and ours is a child-led approach that emphasises building confidence and curiosity – so that every child in our care has the freedom to flourish.
Reassurance for you and your little one
Care
We’re more than just a team; we’re a close community driven by our passion for childcare, and our commitment to each individual child’s development. We know that by working together, we’re stronger.
Compassion
In our community, compassion isn’t just a word; it’s our way of life. By embracing our differences, we make our community more diverse and vibrant. We build strong, supportive relationships with the children and each other, based on trust and understanding.
Continuous learning
We believe strongly in development, for the children in our care and for ourselves. Through continuous learning, we help our team and our children reach their full potential. Together, we make a positive impact, in our communities and across wider society.
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