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Why choose Partou Leo’s Day Nursery & Pre-School in West Bridgford?
Set in a large detached property on Albert Road in the heart of West Bridgford, Partou Leo’s Day Nursery & Pre-School provides high-quality early years childcare and education for families across West Bridgford and the wider Nottingham area. We’re right in the centre of town with shops, cafes and amenities on our doorstep, and we’re well connected by public transport with regular bus routes and Nottingham railway station close by. Our most recent Ofsted inspection rated us Good across all areas, with inspectors noting that children are developing positive qualities that will benefit them as they move through school and beyond.
Partou Leo’s is a smaller nursery with a genuine home from home feel. Our environment is calm, supportive and nurturing, and that’s something families pick up on straight away. Because of our size, our team get to know every child and every family personally, which creates a sense of warmth, trust and belonging that runs through everything we do. Children settle well because they feel safe, and that emotional security gives them the confidence to explore, learn and try new things. Ofsted recognised the strong relationships our staff build with children, noting that those working with the youngest children demonstrate real care and nurture, and that children are quickly soothed when they need comfort.
Our experienced and long-standing team and leadership are a real strength of Partou Leo’s. Families describe our nursery as welcoming, respectful and family-focused, and our team take that reputation seriously. Staff use what they know about each child to plan purposeful early years learning activities around their interests and next steps, and Ofsted praised the variety of effective ways our team help children learn and develop. Books feature strongly across the nursery, with staff using stories and factual texts to spark curiosity and help children develop a genuine love of reading. Our team also plan tailored school transition support based on each child’s individual needs, and parents tell us that older siblings have been ready for school because of the care and early years education they received here.
Children enjoy our large garden which includes a dedicated nature area. It’s the kind of outdoor space where children can explore the natural world, develop their physical skills and learn through hands-on experiences. Ofsted highlighted the excitement and curiosity children show as they explore outdoors, from searching for ladybirds with magnifying glasses to discovering tadpoles growing legs during pond dipping activities. Staff help children learn about their local community too, and activities are planned to celebrate the variety of cultures represented at the nursery, which supports children’s understanding of the world and what makes them and their friends unique.
We’re also lucky to be right opposite Bridgford Park, which is a lovely green space for extending early years learning beyond the nursery. Healthy, nutritious meals are freshly prepared on site by our experienced chef from a seasonal balanced menu, and mealtimes are treated as an important part of the day where children develop social skills, independence and good eating habits.
If you’re looking for a nursery in West Bridgford with a warm, nurturing atmosphere, a dedicated long-standing team and a real focus on giving every child the best start in their early years education, we’d love to welcome you to Partou Leo’s Day Nursery & Pre-School.
Facilities
Bright, spacious playrooms which create a calming environment, perfect for early years learning
Regular trips to local landmarks, allowing children to interact with the wider world
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
A secure garden where children can play freely and explore our fabulous equipment
Highly qualified, long-serving staff who put the needs and interests of children first
Funded childcare places available
Nursery fees
| Full-day (2 sessions) | Weekly rate | Morning session | Afternoon session | |
| Session time | 8.00am-6.00pm |
8.00am-6.00pm daily |
8.00am-1.00pm | 1.00pm-6.00pm |
| Care | £69.25 | £311.63 | £41.55 | £41.55 |
| Meals & snacks | £9.85 | £49.25 | £5.40 | £4.45 |
| Consumables | £3.15 | £15.75 | £1.75 | £1.40 |
| Total | £82.25 | £376.63 | £48.70 | £47.40 |
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.
Funded childcare
Partou Leo’s 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 Leo’s Day Nursery & Pre-School work with Nottinghamshire 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 Leo’s 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 Nottinghamshire Local Authority for Partou Leo’s Day Nursery & Pre-School are below so you can see which term dates funding is applicable for:
| Autumn Term | Spring Term | Summer Term | |
| Term Duration | 14 Weeks | 11 Weeks | 13 Weeks |
| 1st Half Term Dates | 1st Sept – 17th 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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Leo's
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
0115 981 5061
Mon - Fri, 8.00am to 6.00pm (excl. bank holidays)
16 Albert Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 5GS
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What do families say about Partou Leo’s Day Nursery and Pre-School in West Bridgford?
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Lindsey W
13 March 2026
Choosing Leo's Partou has been the best decision we ever made they have been incredible with both our little ones and as we approach the end of our partou journey we couldn't have asked for more. The staff really are amazing and make the nursery feel truly a home away from home.
RODRIGO D
09 March 2026
Leo's has been such a special place for our daughter. From day one, we felt incredibly welcomed and supported by the entire team. The staff treat the children with genuine care, warmth, and respect - almost as if they were part of their own family. That makes all the difference for us as parents. W...
H T
08 March 2026
We're so happy with our experience at Leo's nursery. My son recently started in the toddler room and has settled in amazingly well thanks to the wonderful staff.They are so caring, patient and attentive, and it's clear how much they genuinely care about the children. Leo's truly has such a lovely fa...
V F
06 March 2026
My daughter has been here for 3 years and has really enjoyed Leo's she always talks about the staff who are promoting good role models. The meals provide are amazing. The home from home really makes this setting. They have a bespoke curriculum for each room and plan around the children's interests. ...
J H
17 February 2026
My daughter started at Leo's at 12months old and she has loved it! They are incredibly kind and nurturing at Leo's. The food they prepare is great and they are adaptable to her dietary needs. They check in about her development really frequently. She loves going and always runs in when we arrive....
Maddy M
13 February 2026
My son has loved his time at Leo's so far (he has been there around a year and a half). He is always greeted with a smile and friendly faces of all the staff, who know him so well due to the intimate family feel the nursery has. Communication is good and I feel like my son is making lots of progress ...
J G
10 February 2026
My daughter has been at Leo's for nearly a year now and has blossomed so much from a little 18 month old toddler to a confident 2 year old. She enjoys going to nursery each week and has made lots of friends. She is very well looked after and I feel confident she is in safe hands while she is there. I...
Lizzie G
10 February 2026
Leo's is a wonderful nursery and we're so happy with the level of care our daughter is receiving. The staff are lovely and genuinely care about the development of our daughter. She settled in immediately thanks to the warmth and care the team have shown - to both her and us as parents! I woul...
Kenza S
09 April 2025
My daughter is very happy at the nursery, she loves going there in the morning, she plays, learns a lot, she does a lot of manual activities and she is very happy. We are French and my daughter speaks English fluently and knows a lot of things in English, all this is thanks to the nursery. I highly r...
E B
24 March 2025
My daughter started at Leo's 4 months ago and I have been really impressed & delighted at how well it's gone. The introduction was smooth with a few settling in sessions to help her get used to it. Her key worker is kind, thoughtful and caring but most importantly for me, really knows her and has spe...
Laurence H
11 August 2024
All the staff are kind & attentive and care about our daughter. There are multiple activities organised every one of the 3 days she attends and despite her not being there five days a week it really feels like she is building a positive bond with the staff and the nursery. (At least by levels of happ...
John B
09 August 2024
I cannot praise them enough, without a doubt the nursery has got her ready for School, the only problem is she does want to leave. She has come on leaps and bounds while being at the nursery and she has made some great friends as well.
Sara D
01 August 2024
My daughter had a lovely time at Leo's, she absolutely loves everyone. The staff are so caring, even the ladies that take care of the babies were so nice to her when they saw her. She felt loved, comfortable and safe. A big thank you to all the staff, you're all amazing and will be dearly missed by ...
Jim H
08 July 2024
A year on, and I'm pleased the same still applies.
Alice N
28 April 2023
My daughter has settled so well at Leo’s nursery, West Bridgford - the baby room was really lovely and the staff were amazing! She has recently just moved up to toddlers and the transition has been so smooth and she is really happy. All the staff are great and so friendly, I couldn’t recommend th...
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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