Business Details
Trusted Childcare Services in Manchester
At Partou, we believe childcare is a journey where every child leads us in a unique direction. As part of the Netherlands' largest childcare group, we combine global expertise in child development with a deeply personal approach. Our child-led philosophy prioritises empathy and education, fostering confidence and curiosity in every child. With nurseries across the UK, including recent expansions in the North West, we provide environments where children explore freely while being nurtured by dedicated professionals.Our partnership with UNICEF extends our commitment to child development globally, while our Ofsted-registered nurseries maintain high standards locally. Through continuous learning and compassionate teamwork, we empower both children and staff to reach their full potential.
Services
Day Nursery
Pre-school
Outdoor Adventures
Special Educational Needs Support
Parent Progress Updates
Highlights and features
- We implement a child-led approach that prioritises individual exploration and learning
- Our team accesses world-leading childcare research and resources from the Netherlands
- We foster a compassionate community with strong relationships between staff and families
- Our continuous learning philosophy develops both children and childcare professionals
- We partner with UNICEF to support global child development initiatives
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Compassionate care
Child-led learning
Engaging activities
Dedicated staff
Excellent Ofsted ratings
Services
Day Nursery
Our day nurseries provide full-day care for children aged 0-5 years. With flexible hours and Ofsted-registered facilities, we create safe environments where children explore self-directed activities. Our trained practitioners support developmental milestones while maintaining strict safety standards.
Pre-school
Our pre-school programmes prepare children for formal education through play-based learning. Focusing on independence and emotional literacy, we develop problem-solving skills and social awareness. The curriculum aligns with national standards while maintaining child-led exploration principles.
Outdoor Adventures
Outdoor learning experiences include seasonal explorations and sensory play. Children engage with natural elements through structured yet flexible activities that develop physical coordination and environmental awareness. These sessions encourage collaborative play and discovery-based learning.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs through designated SENCO professionals. Individual learning plans and regular progress monitoring ensure appropriate development support. Collaboration with parents and external specialists creates comprehensive care strategies.
Parent Progress Updates
Regular progress updates through key person meetings and online learning journals keep parents informed. Termly reviews discuss developmental milestones while daily interactions maintain open communication. This approach ensures continuity between nursery and home environments.
People
Samantha Rhodes
UK Leader
Samantha Rhodes leads Partou's UK operations following the 2023 merger of Just Childcare and All About Children groups. With prior experience as Just Childcare's CEO, she focuses on implementing Partou's shared vision across UK nurseries while maintaining strong leadership standards.
Questions
What is Partou's child-led approach?
Our child-led approach lets children choose activities based on personal interests. Practitioners observe and support rather than direct, allowing natural learning through exploration and self-directed play.
How do you support special educational needs?
We create tailored learning plans with SENCO professionals, conduct regular progress monitoring, and collaborate with external specialists to ensure comprehensive support for children with special educational needs.
How do you prepare children for school?
We focus on developing independence, emotional literacy, and problem-solving skills through play-based learning. Our curriculum covers all seven learning areas to ensure children meet developmental milestones before starting school.
How do you communicate child progress?
Parents receive regular updates through key person meetings, termly reviews, and online learning journals. This continuous communication ensures transparency about each child's developmental progress and needs.
Are Partou nurseries Ofsted registered?
All Partou nurseries are Ofsted-registered and maintain high standards. Most locations have received 'Good' or 'Outstanding' ratings from Ofsted inspections, reflecting our commitment to quality childcare.
