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Why choose Partou Quedgeley Day Nursery & Pre-School in Gloucester?
Partou Quedgeley has been part of the Gloucester community for eight years, and the reviews tell their own story. Families who started with one child come back with another, confident the experience will be just as good. Our team appreciate that continuity of care matters deeply in early years education, and many of the practitioners who opened the nursery are still here today, supporting children to settle, feel comfortable and thrive.
We have been part of the Quedgeley community for eight years, and many of the practitioners who opened the nursery are still here today. This means the team genuinely know the children in their care: their names, their character, their favourite activities, what they need to feel settled and what helps them feel brave. Families say that even children who initially struggled to adjust quickly found their feet here, because the practitioners around them showed real patience and took the time to build those relationships properly.
Our outdoor spaces are something we are particularly proud of. With a dedicated baby garden, a nature garden, two toddler gardens and two pre-school gardens, every age group has access to outside space designed for them and available in all weathers. Being outdoors is not an occasional treat at Quedgeley; it is a regular, purposeful part of how children learn and grow throughout early years. Outdoor learning is an important part of the early years curriculum as it nurtures independence and confidence whilst also supporting physical and social skill development.
Inside, our open plan nursery is warm and inviting, with well-resourced rooms where children can move between activities, follow their interests and get genuinely absorbed in what they are doing. Varied and nutritious meals are freshly prepared on-site, and more than one family has noticed their child happily eating things at nursery they would never normally eat at home!
Families stay connected to their child’s day through regular updates, newsletters and photos, with stay and play sessions and parents’ evenings throughout the year giving everyone the chance to come together. Strong relationships between our nursery and families are important to us because we know that these partnerships support children to thrive in their early years education.
We provide tailored support for children learning English as an additional language and actively celebrate the diversity of our community, ensuring that every child feels seen and that their background is reflected in the experiences we create for them. We are also a Tigerlily paediatric first aid accredited setting, which reflects our commitment to children’s safety and high-quality early years practice across the team.
We were proud to be named a Top 20 nursery in the South West by daynurseries.co.uk in 2026, an award based entirely on family reviews, and one we are genuinely proud of. Our families consistently highlight the warmth of our nursery, the dedication of our team, and the quality of care their children receive.
If you are looking for a nursery in Gloucester where your child will be known, nurtured and given the space to thrive from their very first day, we’d love to show you why Partou Quedgeley is a great fit for your family.
Facilities
Spacious playrooms with natural light, providing an engaging environment for children
Highly qualified, experienced staff who are experts in early years care and education
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
Safe, all-weather access to a large outdoor play area, equipped for all ages to explore and enjoy
Private parking, making it safe and easy to drop off your little ones
Funded childcare places 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 |
| Care | £61.75 | £277.88 | £4.65 | £37.05 | £37.05 |
| Meals & snacks | £9.05 | £45.25 | £4.75 | £4.30 | |
| Consumables | £2.95 | £14.75 | £1.55 | £1.40 | |
| Total | £73.75 | £337.88 | £43.35 | £42.75 |
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 51 weeks of the year, including Bank Holidays.
Funded childcare
Partou Quedgeley 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 Quedgeley Day Nursery & Pre-School work with Gloucestershire 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 Quedgeley 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 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. These charges are not mandatory or a condition of your child receiving a funded place at a Partou nursery. Should you wish to opt out of these charges, please provide six weeks’ notice in accordance with our terms and conditions.
The sessions on offer at our nurseries vary, so if you would like more information on how to access your full funding entitlement please contact us directly.
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 Gloucestershire Local Authority for Partou Quedgeley 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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Quedgeley
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01452 724835
Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6.00pm (excl. bank holidays)
139 Bristol Rd, Quedgeley, Gloucester GL2 4PQ
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What do families say about Partou Quedgeley Day Nursery & Pre-School in Gloucester?
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Elle B
25 March 2026
I dreaded my little girl starting nursery, but she settled in so well, my mind was at quickly put at ease. I always found Beth and Deb really welcoming, and it was easy to see how my little one had bonded with them. She seems to have loads of fun at nursery, and I love reading the snapshots about wha...
Ross H
24 March 2026
The nursery has provided incredible care not only for my child who currently attends but also for my child who is now at school. The staff are so welcoming friendly and are constantly providing incredible care and a range of fun activities, as well as offering her a range of delicious meals! I have...
Sam C
18 March 2026
Both of my children have attended Partou Quedgeley nursery and the staff have always gone above and beyond. My son has a special bond with his key worker Jess which makes drop offs so much easier and I know he's in safe hands. I would highly recommend Partou Quedgeley as they provide a safe, trusting...
Hannah L
18 March 2026
All the staff here have been amazing with my little boy from day one- from nursery to now pre-school. We had a tour from Jade the manager before he was born and this was hands down the best setting we saw. He always enjoys attending and telling us about his day and the staff are always giving us g...
Anna H
17 March 2026
My Son started at Partou when he was 9 months old. From day one we have felt at ease with the staff and our son quickly settled in the baby and toddler room. They have a fab variety of activities throughout the day and the regular photos/updates show how much he enjoys his time there. Thank you t...
Sam H
17 March 2026
Our son has been going to Partou Quedgley for almost a year and he is comfortable, happy and enjoys going every day. The staff are friendly, caring and so fun they are always happy to help! I couldn't recommend them more.
Samantha P
17 March 2026
My 4year old daughter has been going to Partou for 3 years and loves it! The staff in all rooms are brilliant and really take the time to talk to you about any issues and most importantly get them resolved! The nursery has a lovely environment and sends over regular updates and news letters. The ma...
M T
17 March 2026
I have sent both my daughters through the Quedgeley nurser. They each started when they were 9 months old. All of staff in each room are amazing and their attention to detail to each child is amazing. They have always taken great care to get to know my girls, their likes/dislikes/allergies etc. if at...
L S
17 March 2026
Fantastic nursery. Brilliant, friendly, kind, dedicated staff within all rooms. My daughter has been there since she was 18 months old and is now in the preschool room. The staff have really helped her to settle in, learn and thrive. Couldn't fault the kindness and care shown to her and us as a famil...
Jill C
17 March 2026
My son was at Partou Quedgeley for just over a year. Our experience with the 1-2s room was really wonderful - mostly due to the lovely team of ladies working in this room! My son initially struggled to adapt to being in childcare, but the ladies all showed genuine care for my son, and as a result he ...
Sherrie C
17 March 2026
My nearly 3 year old has been with Partou since he was 9 months old so he has been in all of the rooms within this nursery setting. All of the staff are lovely and he absolutely loves it here. He has learnt so much from nursery too.
Anna L
20 February 2026
Our child started Partou at around 9 months old. He currently only attends once a week but will be moving to 3 days a week soon. We are so pleased with how well he has settled in already. Even though he only attends once a week, the staff already know our child so well and he has built good bonds wit...
Gemma B
20 February 2026
My daughter started attending nursery in October and was often upset when dropping her off, the communication we get from her key workers is second to none, it helped to ease a lot of anxieties I had around leaving her. She's developed so much since being at nursery and has come out of her shell so...
Aimee D
06 February 2026
We could not recommend Partou Quedgeley highly enough. Our daughter joined the baby room just before her first birthday and has absolutely thrived. She is happy, confident, and clearly enjoys every day she attends. The staff are incredibly welcoming and caring. Her key worker and the nursery lead are...
E W
07 November 2025
Our son has attended Partou Quedgeley since he was 11 months old. He settled into the baby room straight away and we were always confident in his care. We had a couple hiccups when he transitioned into the 1-2 room but after a meeting with the manager and allocation of a new key worker he has come o...
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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