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Ware Day Nursery & Pre-School
Partou Ware is a purpose-built day nursery and pre-school that has recently been refurbished and re-equipped to the highest standards.
Our long-serving team of dedicated nursery practitioners are at the heart of our childcare provision, building on the strong foundations of our nursery resources to provide an exciting, enriching early years experience.
Facilities
Inviting playrooms with age-dedicated spaces that are filled with fun, educational resources
A key person approach for every child, helping them to feel safe and comfortable away from home
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
State-of-the-art outdoor facilities where children can run, play, and express themselves freely
Strong parent partnerships with online and in-person updates keeping you informed on your child’s progress
Funded childcare places available
Nursery fees
| Full-day (2 sessions) |
Weekly rate | Early drop off session | Morning session | Afternoon session | Late finish session | |
| Session time | 8.00am-6.00pm | 8.00am-6.00pm daily | 7.30am-8.00am | 8.00am-1.00pm | 1.00pm-6.00pm | 6.00pm- 6.30 pm |
| Care | £98.25 | £442.13 | £7.40 | £58.95 | £58.95 | £7.40 |
| Meals & snacks | £10.00 | £50.00 | £5.00 | £5.00 | ||
| Consumables | £4.00 | £20.00 | £2.00 | £2.00 | ||
| Total | £112.25 | £512.13 | £65.95 | £65.95 |
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, sun cream, soap, plus other health and hygiene essentials.
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’re closed between Christmas and New Year.
- We close for an inset day the Thursday before Good Friday.
- Charges apply across 52 weeks of the year, including Bank Holidays.
Funded childcare
Partou Ware 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 Ware Day Nursery & Pre-School work with Heretfordshire 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 Ware 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 Hertfordshire for Partou Ware Explorer 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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Ware
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01920 485943
Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6.30pm (excl. bank holidays)
Park Road, Ware, SG12 0AJ, UK
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What families say?
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Rebecca C
08 May 2025
My daughter has and is really enjoying her time at Partou nursery. During the transitions from baby room to toddler/kindergarten room, she has been well supported by becoming familiar to staff members in the next class and has had plenty of settles to ensure a smooth transition. The nursery also allo...
Justina L
08 October 2024
Our son has attended the nursery from 11 months old and has been in the baby room, toddler room, and now in kindergarten, we cannot recommend this nursery enough. All the staff are so caring and lovely, and very knowledgeable in their field of work. Our son has built beautiful bonds with his key care...
K H
04 October 2024
We just joined the nursery! We are very happy! We see happy faces and very good moods! I feel safe when I see the teacher in the nursery in a good mood cause that means that they are happy to play with the kids!
Rebecca A
03 October 2024
Our son joined Ware Partou in September 2024 following 5 settling sessions in August to get him used to the setting and staff. These sessions, four 3 hours and one 6-hour long, were incredibly helpful and really paved the way for a smooth start. Since joining, our son has already made noticeable imp...
Clare F
03 October 2024
We have been so happy with our child attending the nursery. The team are so friendly and was reassuring when our little one started and they have provided brilliant care for the past 14 months. My little one has a development delay and he has received regular one-to-one support for this - I really co...
Jodie K
03 October 2024
Extremely happy with this nursery - they have made the transition of going back to work from maternity leave so much easier than expected, as we are comfortable our baby is happy and being looked after by people who really care. The level of communication is amazing, having regular updates throughout...
C H
03 October 2024
I would recommend this nursery to anyone. The staff are very caring and welcoming, and most importantly - thorough in the way they follow childcare and safeguarding policies etc throughout the day. My child has done so many fun and educational activities in each room he's moved up to. He's made lov...
Claire D
03 October 2024
Both our daughters have been to this nursery since they were 14 months old. The staff really cares about the children & the activities they set up each morning for them are amazing. The staff really gets to know your child & you are always given a full handover at the end of the day. The staff w...
N S
03 October 2024
Dedicated staff and a great range of provision for the children. We're very pleased. Our son attended the nursery and thrived during the difficult COVID period. Our daughter now attends and has settled so well. Two staff members in particular, along with the other staff, cater to each individual chil...
F P
03 October 2024
My children have been so happy at Partou Ware. My eldest has recently moved on to 'big school' after starting at nursery at 11 months - the transition was so smooth and I'm sure a big part of that is down to her experiences at nursery - building her confidence, social skills, etc. My youngest is stil...
R C
03 October 2024
Lovely Nursery with so many choices and activities for the children. The staff are all amazing and do such a great job caring and making the day fun for the kids. Very happy with our choice of Nursery!
Kirsty W
03 October 2024
My child has autism and the nursery has accommodated his needs by making adjustments and putting a plan in place, ensuring he is happy in the setting. He has settled in very well thanks to the staff. An amazing nursery in my opinion.
Shamilah N
03 October 2024
My daughter has recently started and so far, I couldn't be happier with the experience. The staff has been incredibly welcoming, making her transition smooth and enjoyable. As any parent knows, settling into a new environment can be a challenge, but thanks to the care and attention provided by the nu...
Amy B
03 October 2024
Thoroughly impressed with everything at Pardou Nursery where my 13-month-old son attends, twice a week. I love the daily updates I receive regarding his daily activities and food diary pictures. These make such a difference while at work worrying sometimes. In every picture, he's smiling away and h...
Amy F
03 October 2024
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Partou Ware to any parent. They have been incredible for both my children and the staff are amazing. I'm so thankful to them for making it so stress-free and comfortable for both us and the children left in their care. Thank you all so much for everything you have don...
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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