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Lidgett Lane Day Nursery & Pre-School, Gledhow
Conveniently located next to Gledhow Primary School, Partou Lidgett Lane provides exceptional nursery care to families in Gledhow, Roundhay, Moortown and the surrounding area of Leeds.
Our bright, spacious playrooms and fantastic outdoor areas are well utilised by highly qualified caring staff who deliver fun activities based upon the specific needs and interests of children.
Facilities
Stimulating playrooms filled with natural resources as well as our own lending library
Extra-curricular activities including regular Spanish and Yoga lessons which increase confidence in children
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
A fantastic outdoor garden area filled with ‘magical’ resources for children to explore
Strong parent partnerships with an online learning journal which allows you to follow your child’s progress from home
Funded Childcare Places Available
The Partou experience
At Partou, the children lead the way. They explore their surroundings and learn about the world they live in, by choosing for themselves which activity they want to join in with next.
Our team are there to care for them and keep them safe. To nurture their emerging abilities and encourage them to seize each fun-packed day. But not to tell them what to do next.
Why? Because when children are allowed to choose their own activities, rather than being told what to do, they naturally choose the activities they’re most interested in. And scientific research has shown that being interested in what they’re doing is the easiest and best way for children to learn.
Food & nutrition
Creating healthy eating habits for young children stretches far beyond their time with us. It encourages a lifelong positive relationship with food whilst building healthy bodies and healthy minds. Here’s how we encourage healthy eating habits:
- Rotating menus: Evidence shows regular exposure to foods helps children to develop their taste for them, yet we still want to offer variety. So, we rotate our menus on a three-to-four-week basis, offering the perfect balance between exposing children to new foods yet allowing them to become familiar with flavours.
- A lunchtime focus: We prioritise lunch as a time where children can enjoy their food. There is a social aspect to all lunches and, where possible, children are encouraged to take an active interest in the food they eat.
- Fresh food everyday: We serve children fresh food every day and accommodate many different dietary requirements. We have procedures in place to protect children with food allergies and offer different meal options too. If your child has a dietary requirement, simply let us know as part of our registration process and we’ll make sure we meet the needs of your child.
Nursery fees
| Full time Weekly Rate |
Daily 8:00am – 6:00pm |
Morning 8:00am – 1:00pm |
Afternoon 1:00pm – 6:00pm |
| £382.25 | £80.25 | £44.50 | £44.50 |
Registration Fee: £75 (Non Refundable)
10% discount off eldest child’s fees for siblings
Additional Options: Early Start (from 7:30am) – £6.20
Did you know that you can claim up to 30 hours of funded childcare? Applying government funding can create huge savings on the fees you pay! For the latest childcare funding information, please visit our dedicated resource page.
What’s included in our fees?
When paying nursery fees, you don’t need to worry about the costs of food, nappies, wipes, milk, and other essentials—they’re all included!
What’s included when applying government funded hours?
Government funding is only applied to the ‘care’ element of your invoice and does not cover food and other essentials which are charged* at £12.25 per morning session and £12.25 per afternoon session.
*Applicable to:
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- Bookings for 3–4-year-olds
- Bookings for children younger than 3 with a Working Families funding code
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Lidgett Lane
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01132 693667
Open Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6.00pm
51 Lidgett Lane, Gledhow, Leeds, LS8 1PL
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What families say?
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Q A
16 March 2024
Overall a wonderful experience, however would have benefited more if full time fees are slightly lower and affordable.
C B
16 March 2024
My daughter is very happy at Mulberry Bush. She does a variety of activities and enjoys different foods. The space is always clean and staff are friendly and caring.
Ella R
28 April 2023
My child is always happy to go to preschool and see other children and her teachers. She feels safe and I'm very happy with the care and attention she receives. Over a few weeks, she has made excellent progress with her toilet training and expanded her vocabulary.
J N
26 April 2023
I am very pleased with the progress my daughter has been making so far. There is usually something new with regards to learning and she appears to be enjoying her time.
R T
26 April 2023
Both my children enjoy attending nursery. The staff are kind and helpful. Since the manager returned from maternity leave there has been a huge improvement in communication and experiences planned. We receive feedback daily from the staff in the rooms. We receive monthly newsletters and are invited i...
K K
26 April 2023
It's been a difficult few months since the Ofsted report was released and the nursery has bounced back with great momentum. Unfortunately, I am unable to recognise it as excellent just yet as there are still issues with frequent communication, updates to learning journals and individual feedback abou...
Nazia H
26 April 2023
Lovely kind staff. I feel at ease when I leave my child with them as I know that they will take good care of her. I’m always reassured and am able to call whenever to check on my daughter and staff are very kind and understanding. I can’t fault anything as I’m satisfied and very happy with all ...
L O
09 March 2023
My son goes to Mulberry Bush and has done for over twelve months. We absolutely love this nursery and all staff. Our son loves attending nursery and has a great relationship with the staff and loves going. Would highly recommend it to any parents.
Gladys C
08 March 2023
My daughter is nearly two and has been going to the nursery since she was just over a year old, she is now in the toddler room and hasn’t been there very long but the difference in her development that I’ve seen in such a short time is amazing. Well cared and I wouldn’t want any other nursery t...
Annie T
22 July 2021
My daughter has been coming to this nursery since 2018 and she loves it. She has always had a great time and is comfortable with all the workers there - they are all lovely and enthusiastic. She never hesitates to go in and has taken part in a wide variety of activities. She is in pre-school now and ...
Sarah R
15 July 2021
My little boy absolutely loves nursery and all of the staff. There is a great amount of thought put into the activities and it helps him so much with his development. He loves going and has some great relationships there.
E N
11 February 2021
The management team and staff are amazing! They are so approachable, friendly and helpful. I am so happy with how my child has settled into the nursery. The staff are extremely welcoming and really hard working. Couldn’t be happier with the experience and learning provided for my child.
Emma C
10 February 2021
We are very happy with the care that our son receives at Mulberry Bush. He took a little time to adjust when he first started and we were very grateful for the kindness and patience the staff showed him. He always eats all of his meals and is all smiles when we collect him at the end of the day.
L F
09 February 2021
My daughter attended Mulberry Bush for nearly four years and my son has also moved up from the baby room and is now in pre-school. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them, particularly the staff are fantastic and caring and so enthusiastic. I've really enjoyed seeing the transition to the loose parts p...
Nadia S
09 February 2021
Mulberry Bush have cared for my children since 2012 and have received an excellent level of care. My youngest, who is currently in the Pre-School room, loves coming to nursery. Drop-offs are so much easier when your child is happy to walk in without a backward glance! The staff are caring and always ...
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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