Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school

Old Grammar School, 76 Church Street, Blackrod, Bolton BL6 5EQ
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  • Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school, Bolton
Situated in the heart of Blackrod, Partou Playdays Day Nursery and Pre-school is a triple Ofsted ‘outstanding’ rated setting (August 2019, October 2013, February 2011), providing exceptional care and education for babies and children up to the age of five.

Set within a beautifully refurbished grammar school building, the nursery has five bright and stimulating playrooms and fantastic outdoor spaces complete with mud kitchen, climbing tree, huge sandpit and an allotment.

Children at the setting also enjoy plenty of extra-curricular activities including music, dance and swimming lessons alongside the hugely popular forest school sessions and trips into the local community. Parents can keep track of their child’s activities and development using the nursery’s online learning journal.

Delicious, nutritious meals and snacks are freshly prepared in the nursery kitchen, providing children with a balanced diet bursting with fresh vegetables, fruit, meat and fish.

Partou Playdays is located on Church Street, close to Blackrod Community Centre and within easy reach of Adlington and Aspull.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 96

Age Range

  • from 0 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • The nursery has a safe off-road car park.

Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school Reviews (124)

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Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.590) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school has 124 reviews.

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Review from Sam H (Father of Child) published on 15 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been attending since Easter and is almost due to move to the lower toddlers. His time in the baby room has been fantastic and he's always so excited to go in each morning he attends. When I pick him up he's full of smiles and has clearly had a good day based on the staff feedback and photos
posted on the app. The staff clearly care about the children and work well as a team. Would recommend this nursery to everyone!
Reply from Leah Hannon, Home Manager at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Thank you for your kind words! We are delighted to hear that your child has had a fantastic time in our baby room. Our dedicated staff truly care about the children and strive to provide a fun and…read more
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Review from Holly B (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Playdays since October 24 and she absolutely loves it. Her development has improved so much and I think this is all down to the amazing staff and the great learning environment the nursery provides. The staff really focus on making each child feel special and that is a
great value to have. I also think the nursery also offers great support to the parents and it's great that they hold ad-hoc events where parents can come and see where their child spends all their time. I would recommend this nursery to everyone.
Reply from Leah Hannon, Home Manager at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Thank you for your glowing review! We are so happy to hear that your daughter is thriving at Playdays. Our dedicated staff and nurturing environment are key elements in your child's development. We…read more
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Review from G P (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has loved Playdays since he first started at 11 months old! The staff are amazing, they are very knowledgeable, were accommodating with his routine when he first started and are always there to give support and advice when needed! The outdoor area is amazing and I cannot recommend Playdays
enough to other parents!
Reply from Leah Hannon, Home Manager at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Thank you so much for your positive review! We are thrilled to hear that your little one has loved their time at Playdays and that our staff have been accommodating and supportive. Our outdoor area is…read more
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Review from Heather L (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to nursery here and gets upset when I go to pick her up. They have a massive outdoor play area that she loves and so many different areas of pretend play inside.


I feel so relaxed knowing she's here and she gets looks after incredibly well.

Reply from Leah Hannon, Home Manager at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Thank you for sharing your positive experience at our nursery! We are thrilled to hear that your daughter enjoys her time with us and that our outdoor and indoor play areas have provided her with fun…read more
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Review from T T (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Three of my children have attended Playdays Day Nursery over the last 10 years. My third child has only a few months left before leaving for primary school. Playdays has felt like an extension of our family. The staff are so very dedicated to providing the best care for the children- it really wouldn't
be the wonderful place without them. Recent changes in pre school room have been enthusiastically delivered and received, this is been around having more specific learning topics week by week, delivered in a fun way through play. I never hesitate in recommending Playdays. We will be very sad to leave, but know we have given our children a wonderful foundation from them being at Playdays. Thank you.
Reply from Leah Hannon, Home Manager at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so grateful to have been a part of your family's journey for the past 10 years. Our dedicated staff and recent changes in our pre school room showcase our…read more
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Review from Heidi W (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest son came to Playdays 8 years ago and we had a great experience so much so, 8 years later I have sent my second son to Playdays! I love how all the same staff are still there and they remembered my eldest. The staff are all lovely and knowledgeable and you can tell the baby room is very well
organised and have a brilliant routine with the babies. Playdays offer a settling-in period of 6 weeks so once your child starts nursery, they're already really comfortable with the staff and have already established a bond. My son is so content in the baby room and loves coming to nursery!
Reply from Jennie Rahali, Family Care Team at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Reviews like this give us motivation and help us ensure we provide high-quality care, thank you for sharing your positive experience!
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Review from Gemma P (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery team are amazing, they go above and beyond for my little boy, the team also have extra activities for Mother's Day and Father's Day. Everyone is friendly and makes you feel welcome, the space is always clean and plenty of activities are done throughout the day to keep him entertained.
Reply from Erin Lowe, Family Care Team at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
We are overjoyed to hear that our nursery team has gone above and beyond for your little boy! Providing extra activities for Mother's Day and Father's Day is just one way we strive to create a…read more
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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I don't have a bad word to say about Playdays. My daughter is in the preschool room and she has come on leaps and bounds. She is a very shy little girl and it did take her a while to settle but with the help of her amazing key worker. She absolutely loves going to preschool and has learned so much.
She has made new friends and is socialising. I get a full rundown of her day when I pick her up which I love. The photos throughout the day make me so happy knowing she is enjoying herself. She tells me all the stories when I pick her up and she really does have the best days here. I love that all the food served here is healthy knowing she is eating properly while at preschool is everything to us.
Any problems that I have had get dealt with so quickly and efficiently. I honestly couldn't recommend Playdays more.
Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that your daughter has had such a positive experience in our preschool room. We strive to create a nurturing and educational environment…read more
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Review from Sarah J (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started nursery at 9 months old. I was really nervous about the change for both of us. The staff in his room and reception have made the experience so easy and have eased any worries I had. My boy connected with the staff straight away. They always update me on his progress and make an effort
to get to know him. Even the office staff and catering team know him by name and always wave and say hello to him whenever I drop him off and pick him up. They have taken on board his allergies and still provide a wide variety of meals. The app is brilliant and they post his meals, how much he ate, nap times and nappy changes. As well as pictures and learning development updates. I'm so happy with the nursery I have chosen and can see how much he is developing within their care. My boy is now 11 months old and loves going to nursery. He feels safe and confident as I leave him with no tears. I cannot recommend this nursery enough.
Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Wow, thank you for such a positive review! We are thrilled to hear that your little one is thriving at our nursery. Our team strives to create a welcoming and nurturing environment for all children in…read more
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Review from Jessica S (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been coming to Partou Playdays for over 7 months and is absolutely thriving! She is 19 months old and is already speaking, saying colours and absolutely loves going in every day. She puts her arms out to the nursery workers when I walk in which sets my mind at ease so I can work guilt-free.
You can tell they really care, even mentioning how great her hugs are and picking up on things she likes. The app which shows pictures of her enjoying herself and what she's eaten is also amazing, I've recommended them to all my expectant mum friends! Amazing.
Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that your daughter is thriving and loving her time at Partou Playdays. Our team is dedicated to providing a caring and…read more
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Review from V F (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Playdays for 2 days since Sept 23. She has settled in really well and I'm pleased with her progress. The staff are so kind and caring to all the children. My daughter's speech has really improved and I think going to nursery has definitely helped her.
Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that your daughter has settled in well and is making progress. Our staff take great pride in providing a caring…read more
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Review from Matt T (Father of Child) published on 20 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Playdays since he was 11 months (now 19 months) and he absolutely loves it. The staff are so friendly and knowledgeable. His development has come on leaps and bounds.
All the staff know all the children, even the kitchen and support staff. They accommodate his dietary needs with
no fuss and there's always a good variety of food.
Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school
We are thrilled to hear that your son is thriving and happy at Playdays! Our staff takes great pride in creating a welcoming and enriching environment for all children. We will continue to provide…read more
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Review from C S (Father of Child) published on 12 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always go above and beyond to look after and entertain my children putting on activities on a daily basis and also and doing out-of-hours work, ie nursery nativity and forest school, the food as well are exceptional with a wide variety of choices.
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Review from Hannah N (Mother of Child) published on 12 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery from baby room right up to pre-school. So much engagement, fantastic facilities (the outdoor area is amazing) with genuinely dedicated and knowledgeable staff. Would always highly recommend the nursery and the manager is outstanding.
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Review from Shauna L (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a brilliant nursery, we wanted to view a couple before choosing where to send our little girl. I instantly wanted her here. Whether they are in or outdoors she loves all of the activities. We are always told about her day when we pick her up, about her food, what she's been up to, any naps, etc.
My little girl has some allergies which they have completely covered. Can't recommend Playdays enough.
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Review from J A (Father of Child) published on 8 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing place and wonderful staff. I always thought we would be one of those parents having to pry away their child when dropping them off. The opposite is true. The children here are all excited to go. Today our child was hiding as she wanted to stay. The staff are wonderful, dedicated and really get
to bond with the children. It's something we noticed the first day we attended. The revamped external area is great and gives loads of space for them to move around.
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Review from Emma N (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend Playdays enough! My little boy loves it and has come on so much since starting. I’m so happy with the care he receives. The outdoor space is fab! All the staff are amazing. Thank you so much.
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Review from Danielle M (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery! My daughter is very clingy but after a couple of sessions at Playdays she settled in absolutely fine and now enjoys going. All the staff are lovely, communication is great and there's nothing they could improve on.
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Review from Jamie A (Father of Child) published on 22 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Play Days nursery has been a delightful experience for both my children. From the moment we enrolled, the staff made us feel welcomed. The nurturing environment fosters creativity and learning, while the diverse activities encourage social skills. The dedicated and caring staff ensure my child's development
and well-being. The facility is safe, clean, and equipped with age-appropriate resources. I appreciate the regular communication, keeping us informed of our child's progress. The nutritious meals provided add to the overall positive experience. I am impressed with the fun and educational approach to learning at Play Days nursery, making it an excellent choice for any parent.
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Review from D U (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery with impeccable staff, my daughter settled in really well as the whole team made her feel at ease. My little girl enjoys playing in the new outside area and always comes home with a smile on her face. I would highly recommend to any parent looking for a nursery for their child.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.590)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.590) out of 10 for Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.965 for Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school is calculated as follows: ( (139 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.965
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.625 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school is based on 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 96 number of registered child places is 19.2. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.2 = 0.625
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school

What is the Age Range of Children that Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school accepts?

Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school Open?

Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.

How many Children does Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school have capacity for?

Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school has capacity for a total of 96 Children.

How far is Partou Playdays Day Nursery & Pre-school to the centre of Bolton?

6.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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