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Silchester Manor Day Nursery & Pre-School, Taplow
Located on Bath Road, between Maidenhead and Bray, Partou Silchester Manor is a high-quality provider of childcare and Early Years education.
The nursery’s exceptional outdoor provision and ‘children first’ approach ensures that it is not only popular within the local community but also attracts parents from the surrounding areas of Ascot, Windsor, and Berkshire Village.
Facilities
Fantastic indoor environments with a wide range of fun, educational resources
Supportive team of highly qualified practitioners who put the individual needs and interests of children first
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
Several large outdoor environments, including a woodlands activity centre that’s favoured by children and staff alike
Great parent partnerships, helping you remain informed on your child’s progress throughout their time with us
Funded childcare places available
Meet our Nursery Manager
Samina Moor
Nursery Manager
Hello, my name is Samina Noor and I am the Manager here at Partou Silchester Manor.
I hold a NVQ level 3 in Childcare and Education and have had the privilege of working with children of all ages during my 20 years childcare experience. I believe that ‘Early Years’ plays a vital role in shaping young minds, for their cognitive development, their ability to think and being able to problem solve. My team at Silchester take pride not only at offering high standard of care but also in providing a rich and fun filled environment which allows children to make choices, explore, learn, and develop.
Being a mum of 2 young children I respect the feelings of our families and understand the importance of positive relationships. My team and I work closely with our families to ensure that together we can create best childhood experiences for our children.
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 7:30am – 6:00pm |
Morning 7:30am – 1:00pm |
Afternoon 1:00pm – 6:00pm |
| £407.25 | £90.65 | £50.10 | £47.20 |
Registration Fee: £75 (Non Refundable)
5% discount off eldest child’s fees for siblings
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 £14.50 per morning session and £11.40 per afternoon session.
*Applicable to:
- Bookings for 3–4-year-olds
- Bookings for children younger than 3 with a Working Families funding code
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Silchester Manor
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01628 778890
Open Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6.00pm
Silchester Manor Day Nursery, Bath Rd, Taplow, Maidenhead SL6 0AP
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What families say?
Overall rating
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B M
01 October 2019
The garden is a great size and my grandchild enjoys her time here. She is happy here and her confidence has developed, which the girls have worked on with her. Her being a fussy eater was a worry, but her key worker has supported with this. Very happy with everything the nursery offers.
R S
07 June 2024
Our son loves his time at Partou and has grown into a confident little toddler during his time in the nursery. He has developed a close bond with his keyworker and other practitioners who are amazing with children. The garden facilities and the sleep room in the baby room have been particular highlig...
Kuldeep K
26 April 2024
My experience with Silchester Manor Day has been nothing short of exceptional. From the moment my boys (elder one now 6 and little one now 2) started attending, I've been thoroughly impressed with every aspect of the nursery. The staff at Silchester Manor are not only highly professional but also inc...
Jasmin S
22 March 2024
Silchester Manor is a great nursery. The staff are very supportive, especially with the settling-in process and calming the nerves of parents. The communications have been open from the start, and they really know how to meet my daughter's needs.
Nuria G
21 March 2024
Our son has been attending for several months now, after moving to Maidenhead. All the children were very welcoming, and the team understood his needs and helped him settle in. He is developing his confidence and keeps surprising us with all the things he learns. He also has built strong friendships,...
Gabriella L
10 November 2023
Both my sons have been attending Silchester for a year now and since then, they have both flourished and are so happy to start their day here. The staff are incredibly friendly, warm and supportive. The daily updates we receive via the app are great. I can see they are happy and busy learning in a cr...
Tanu S
02 September 2023
My son has been here for the last 4 years and there is not a day of unhappiness or doubt in my mind. I am always given updates and reviews of my child and his progress. He has been allowed to speak his mind, be creative and develop as a boy. The teachers are extremely supportive yet add a creative ag...
D G
02 September 2023
Both of my children have attended Silchester since they were 12 months old. My eldest is 4 and will be leaving to start school in September which will be a very sad time for him as he's been so happy at Silchester! The staff are excellent and the outside space for the children to play in and roam and...
Cassie C
01 August 2023
We have been very happy with Silchester Day Nursery since our son began in February. The facilities are fantastic, with a huge amount of space both indoor and outside, this is especially well-suited to our little boy's love of the outdoors. The staff have been equally fantastic, communication is exce...
J C
05 July 2023
The staff and caregivers are wonderful and understanding. I appreciate all the support and service they provide to the children and parents. I am extremely sad my daughter will be leaving this nursery as she has grown so much since being here. I would recommend this nursery to anyone in the area.
J R
05 May 2023
I am extremely grateful to this nursery for the care they have given my daughter. Every member of staff is welcoming and friendly. Whilst going through a difficult health issue, the manager and everyone in the preschool room were very understanding and flexible. They looked after my daughter extremel...
Jennifer P
21 March 2023
What a fantastic nursery; they are doing such a great job. Me and my whole family are teachers, and the nursery is fully supportive of our child's educational journey. We looked at other nurseries, but this is the best by far! Keep up the outstanding work!
Halima H
11 March 2023
My daughter loves coming to the nursery. There are lots of activities my daughter loves doing. There is plenty of space and excellent outdoor/indoor activities. The staff are caring and great with my daughter. The management as everything managed correctly. I also like that we can see all the progres...
H M
04 March 2023
We absolutely love Silchester, and so does our son. Everyone is so caring and friendly, which is shown through our son's happiness. They always take time to encourage new play to develop skills. We would highly recommend Silcheter to all our friends and family.
D L
26 January 2023
Nothing but good words to say about this nursery. I feel relaxed and at ease sending my daughter in as I know the care she gets is great, and she is always so excited to go in, learn and play.
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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