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Stonehouse Day Nursery & Pre-School, Leyland
Set in a former school building, Partou Stonehouse Day Nursery and Pre-School features large, spacious playrooms and one of the largest outdoor nursery areas in the North West.
Located on School Lane, just off the B5256 Golden Hill Lane, we are in easy reach of both the motorway network and Leyland station, making us an ideal choice for parents throughout our local community.
Facilities
Large, spacious playrooms filled with a wide range of fun, educational activities
A comprehensive curriculum that reflects and develops on the individual needs and interests of each child
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
Large outdoor play area with special soft surface play areas for younger children
Excellent parent partnerships, allowing you to remain informed on your child’s progress
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
| Age | Full Time Weekly Rate |
Daily 8:00am – 6:00pm |
Morning 8:00am – 1:00pm |
Afternoon 1:00pm – 6:00pm |
| 0 to 2 | £273.00 | £60.75 | £37.75 | £33.50 |
| 2+ | £260.25 | £60.25 | £36.50 | £32.50 |
Registration Fee: £75 (Non Refundable)
10% 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 £5.50 per morning session and £5.25 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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Stonehouse
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01772 435529
Open Mon - Fri, 8.00am to 6.00pm
90 School Lane, Leyland, PR25 2TU
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What families say?
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C N
19 July 2023
My twins came last year and always have the zeal to come to the nursery every day. The staff are kind and engage with them in activities. My twins are always coming home with artwork to show me what they did that day. It's amazing!
Jacky B
13 April 2023
After our first visit, we knew this was the place for us. Not only is the place massive, both inside and out, but the level of care given by every member of staff is plain to see. The children were all actively engaged with the staff, and smiles were visible on every face. The assistance provided by ...
K C
26 March 2023
Our daughter has been attending this nursery for nearly two years, and it was the best decision we ever made for her. She is always happy here, and the staff constantly keep her stimulated with different activities and adapts them to her needs/areas of development. Particularly for preschool, they he...
E B
23 March 2023
Stonehouse is a fabulous nursery. My little girl is in the baby room, and she absolutely loves her time there, to the point where she squeals with excitement when we're dropping her off. Two particular members of staff are absolutely amazing. As a first-time Mum, I was so worried about leaving my d...
Kara H
10 March 2023
My daughter has been going to Stonehouse since her old nursery shut abruptly in 2022. They were very welcoming, and my daughter settled straight in. The staff are truly wonderful, and my daughter loves her time here. The range of food and activities is fantastic. I would recommend it to anyone.
Shawna H
09 March 2023
My daughter started at Stonehouse in Nov 2022 after we moved to the area. She'd been at another nursery for 18 months before that, and we were worried she wouldn't settle, but we really needn't have worried at all. From the first phone call I had with the assistant manager to enquire about availabili...
Susan B
24 July 2022
My son has attended Stonehouse nursery since he was 1 year old, and now at the age of 4, he is about to move on to school. From babies all the way through to preschool, the staff have been amazing, and we are going to miss seeing them so much. My little boy has learned so much from everyone at Stoneh...
Grace B
23 July 2022
My son has been attending Stonehouse since May, and my husband and I have been so impressed with everything. The staff are so lovely and helpful, nothing is ever too much trouble, and we feel very content that our son is safe and being well looked after. We’re also very impressed with the quality a...
Claire S
21 July 2022
My little girl has loved coming to Stonehouse for the following reasons: 1. The staff are just absolutely gorgeous! They have been so caring, and I know they know my little girl inside out! 2. She enjoys the play and activities. She is never bored! 3. She loved the food! Fussy at home but loves n...
Alex S
18 July 2022
I wouldn't send my son anywhere else. He absolutely loves going into nursery so much that he pushes me out the door in the morning. He adores all those that are involved in his care, and I know all the nursery practitioners adore him or he wouldn't be the way he is. Every single one of the staff is b...
V J
18 July 2022
Fantastic nursery. My son loves it there. They do a variety of activities every day, develop their skills and lead children to independence. My son is bringing home good manners and is rapidly developing his vocabulary, and I can see he behaves with respect to other children when we are on playground...
Dawn W
18 July 2022
My child loves going to Stonehouse; she has made lovely friends and loves all the teachers and all the activities they do. She has become a social, happy little girl. The teachers communicate well with me about my daughter's day.
Ann-Marie B
18 July 2022
Stonehouse is an amazing, nurturing environment for all children. I’d like to say a very special thank you to one of the most caring nursery workers. She works extremely hard in the baby room and has formed a great bond with my baby daughter, who started here at just 10 months old. They all work ti...
Nicole P
18 July 2022
Excellent nursery. Met all my child's needs to a high standard. My son loves going, and he has brilliant relationships with all the staff. He has made lots of progress since he started. Can't thank them enough.
Britney C
18 July 2022
The staff at Stonehouse are absolutely outstanding and really good with children. My son absolutely loves coming to nursery, and they always make it such a great experience for him. They are very helpful if you need advice and very understanding too.
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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