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Why choose Partou Apples & Cherries Day Nursery & Pre-School in Uxbridge?
Based in Uxbridge, Partou Apple & Cherries Day Nursery & Pre-School provides great early years support for children aged from six months to five years old.
Our long-standing team have a wealth of knowledge and experience on early years childcare and education and are highly praised for the strong relationships they build with children and families alike. We host family events such as Mother’s Day afternoon tea, Father’s Day breakfast and a Pre-School leavers party which give families a great insight into nursery life and children love welcoming their loved ones into their space.
In line with the Partou curriculum, learning activities are carefully crafted around children’s interests and experiences to ensure that learning is tailored and fun. We also love creating opportunities for new and varied experiences such as Zoo Lab visits where children can meet a variety of animals, trips to the park and temple visits.
Emotional development and regulation skills are an important part of our early years’ learning journey. We practice Animal Yoga which encourages children to move and hold their body as an animal would which encourages children to tune into and listen to their body and provides an opportunity to reset. We also have a sensory room which offers a range of benefits for children including; reducing anxiety, stress and overwhelm, developing motor skills and balance and fostering independence through recognising and managing emotions.
We encourage a love of books and early literacy through reading and our “lending library” helps to continue the fun and learning at home in a sustainable and varied way that keeps up with children’s changing interests. We also share weekend activity bags filled with resources to strengthen the home and nursery learning partnership and as a nice way for families and children to play and learn over the weekend with continually rotating resources.
Our partnership with “Attention Hillingdon” focuses on important early language skills such as awareness of others, paying attention individually and as a group, listening and turn-taking through fun activities with items such as bubbles and musical toys and then group activities such as songs, games and tasks when developmentally appropriate. Many of our reviews mention how well children at the nursery develop these skills and the care that our team give and the strength of the “Attention Hillingdon” approach are a large part of that success.
If you are looking for a nursery in Uxbridge which fosters strong relationships with families and children whilst providing lots of opportunities for learning and new experience – we think you’d love Partou Apples and Cherries Day Nursery and Pre-School!
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?
Overall rating
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R W
28 January 2026
Very impressed with apples and cherries, regular communication on their app, as well as pick up and drop offs. My daughter settled in really quickly and has come on leeps and bounds with her vocabulary and social skills. She constantly recites names of the caregivers and other children at home and kn...
Ana E
28 January 2026
We are so happy to found Apple and Cherries (Partou) Nursery. Our daughter loves there (sometimes she cries to come back to home). The staff are very lovely and care a lot about our Anneliese. She has also learn so much more since when she start the nursery. We highly recommend them.
Andreea D
27 January 2026
I am very happy with Partou Apples & Cherries. My daughter loves attending the nursery and is always excited to go. The staff are caring, friendly, and professional, and they create a warm and safe environment for the children. I feel confident leaving my child here knowing she is well looked after a...
C B
26 January 2026
My Daughter has been attending Apples & Cherries for over 3 months now and has never gone in unhappy or upset! from the moment we get to the front door she is pointing and smiling when the staff come to greet us. She has learnt so much since attending and I know she is so happy when she is there! Tha...
M F
08 January 2026
Nursery is very well run. Regular communication with parents through email, app and daily interaction at drop off and pick up. When visiting on open day the staff explained the various rooms within the nursery and how my child would progress. Activities and opportunities for children are very good.
Emma J
04 December 2025
All staff at this branch are fantastic, my little one likes all the teachers, as she doesn't make a fuss going in she had an extreamly short period where she was settling at first. They're such a friendly warm bunch and I couldn't be more impressed with some of the things she is coming home from lear...
K K
02 December 2025
Both my children attended this nursery, one currently still does. I can't fault them at all. Go above and beyond for the children and I wouldn't trust any other nursery with my children. My youngest has grown so confident and happy at this nursery. Would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.
D P
02 December 2025
Everyone is really friendly and the staff are very welcoming to the children and the parents and my child has learnt so much through out the year and so proud of how far my child has come because of this amazing friendly nursery would 100% recommendation to other parents and guardians
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 ...
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...
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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