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Why choose Partou Little Oaks Day Nursery & Pre-School in Accrington
Conveniently located in the town centre of Accrington and within easy walking distance of both bus and railway stations, Partou Little Oaks provides high-quality childcare in the heart of town.
Our well-resourced rooms provide lots of opportunities for little learners to play
We have a sheltered play area containing soft play items which help children to develop their motor skills, balance and coordination as well as engage in “risky play” which empowers children to develop their problem-solving skills, overcome fears and create boundaries.
Our front and back gardens are an important part of nursery life and our children love spending time exploring the outdoor space. Outdoor play is an important part of the early years curriculum for building confidence, enhancing children’s wellbeing and aiding their social-emotional development.
The nursery team at Little Oaks Day Nursery & Pre-School are highly praised by family members for the supportive and caring environment they create which helps children to grow and develop with confidence whilst having fun.
We’d love to show you how Partou Little Oaks Day Nursery & Pre-School could support your family on their early years educational and childcare journey, why not book a visit to see the nursery for yourself?
Facilities
A large sensory room with stimulating lights and colours, designed for babies
Large outdoor play area with soft flooring, flower beds and dens for children to explore
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
Arts and craft sessions, as well as dedicated role-play areas to encourage imagination and creativity
Strong parent partnerships with online learning journals and dedicated key workers
Funded Childcare Options Available
Nursery fees
| Full-day (2 sessions) |
Weekly rate | Early drop off session | Morning session | Afternoon session | |
| Session time | 8.00am-6.00pm | 8.00am-6.00pm daily | 7.30am-8.00am | 8.00am-1.00pm | 1.00pm-6.00pm |
| 0-3 year olds | |||||
| Care | £47.00 | £211.50 | £3.55 | £28.20 | £28.20 |
| Meals & snacks | £9.00 | £45.00 | £4.95 | £4.05 | |
| Consumables | £3.00 | £15.00 | £1.65 | £1.35 | |
| Total | £59.00 | £271.50 | £34.80 | £33.60 | |
| 3+ year olds | |||||
| Care | £38.25 | £172.13 | £2.90 | £22.95 | £22.95 |
| Meals & snacks | £9.00 | £45.00 | £4.95 | £4.05 | |
| Consumables | £3.00 | £15.00 | £1.65 | £1.35 | |
| Total | £50.25 | £232.13 | £29.55 | £28.35 | |
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 close at 4pm on Christmas Eve.
- We’re closed between Christmas and New Year.
- Charges apply across 52 weeks of the year, including Bank Holidays.
Funded childcare
Partou Little Oaks 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 Little Oaks Day Nursery & Pre-School work with Lancashire 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 Little Oaks 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 Lancashire for Partou Little Oaks 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 | 11 Weeks | 13 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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Little Oaks
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01254 390107
Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6.00pm (excl. bank holidays)
10 Cannon Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1NJ
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What do families say about Partou Little Oaks Day Nursery & Pre-School in Accrington?
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S S
18 April 2025
My granddaughter attends Little Oaks and she has developed so much since starting at the nursery. She has grown into a confident little girl who knows her own mind and what she wants. The staff are always welcoming and informative when I go to pick her up. I couldn't have asked for a better nursery f...
Lauren J
08 October 2025
My second son is to attend this nursery. Both boys love this nursery and we love all staff. Very safe, happy place for the children.
H J
07 October 2025
I had such a lovely experience with both my children, nursery provide such a warm, kind, settling children feel safe and happy.
C H
07 October 2025
This nursery is such an amazing place the staff are very welcoming and my child absolutely loves coming.
R B
16 September 2025
Staff at Little Oaks have been amazing. They have helped my daughter to grow in confidence and have helped her flourish! Staff are kind and confident and deliver excellent care. Management are approachable and will discuss any issues that might arise.
N Y
16 August 2025
Leaving my one year old was daunting however staff were reassuring throughout, now my daughter loves Little Oaks and enjoys walking in and singing. Staff here are amazing and really caring. The whole experience wouldn't be positive without these members of staff. The care has been exceptional, my dau...
H B
09 August 2025
I really like this nursery because my child loves to come, I think he really enjoys it, always happy and seeing him happy, everything is great, I wouldn't go anywhere else.
L I
14 July 2025
Amazing staff! My little girl started in January 2025 due to the childminder closing down, the manager was so helpful and managed to keep the dates I had with the childminder, the nursery staff are amazing with my little girl! She has her favourite staff member! They are all very welcoming and they a...
Chantelle G
03 July 2025
Great nursery my child loves going and has a great time every day the staff are incredible and we appreciate the work they put in for her.
S S
06 June 2025
The nursery is amazing my son has come along way with his speech and with his fussy eating he has learnt so much and the staff are all wonderful and caring.
Emilie W
05 June 2025
I think Partou nursery is absolutely fantastic. All staff are lovely and very thorough at hand offs. They've helped my child with his speech so much, I couldn't thank them enough for the support they have provided both me and my child.
J P
18 April 2025
The staff at Little Oaks all take such good care of my girls and I'm super impressed with how much they are progressing with the help from nursery.
Macaulay W
20 February 2025
My child absolutely loves his nursery time, as he loves to play with friends and he also loves to learn new things, he gets really excited when he comes. He loves playing outside too. He makes me very proud.
Michelle B
19 February 2025
My child has settled very well and all the staff genuinely care about the children. They do a range of activities to support learning and development. It would be nice to get more daily updates via the app. We are happy with the care at Little Oaks Day Nursery.
M S
19 February 2025
I am a first-time Mum and was worried about returning to work and childcare for my daughter. The staff team were reassuring and they supported us through settling in. My daughter enjoys nursery now and has good bonds with the staff, she has really come out of her shell and grown in confidence.
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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