Partou Little Acorns Day Nursery & Pre-school

279 Bolton Road, Atherton, Manchester M46 9HG
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Partou Little Acorns Day Nursery & Pre-school provides high-quality childcare for children from birth to five-years-old. The nursery has been caring for children in Atherton since 1987.

The nursery is set in a lovely Victorian property with a natural outdoor play area, where children can play outdoors every day and even learn swimming and French.

The long-serving Little Acorns team are highly qualified and have first aid and safeguarding training so families know that their children are in caring, capable hands.

Staff at Little Acorns have have undergone enhanced DBS checks and the nursery has CCTV and secure door entry systems for added security.

The chef at Little Acorns prepares all of the nursery’s healthy meals and snacks in the nursery kitchen using quality ingredients. The nursery’s seasonal menu can be altered to meet any special dietary requirements.

The team at Little Acorns are so proud of their nursery. Call to make an appointment to take a closer look at everything they have to offer.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

Total Places for Children

  • 68

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Payable monthly

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:15-18:15
    Tuesday 07:15-18:15
    Wednesday 07:15-18:15
    Thursday 07:15-18:15
    Friday 07:15-18:15

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 3 days at Christmas

Parking

  • Visitors are welcome to use the nursery's safe off-road car park.

Partou Little Acorns Day Nursery & Pre-school Reviews (156)

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Partou Little Acorns Day Nursery & Pre-school has a Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Partou Little Acorns Day Nursery & Pre-school has 156 reviews.

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Review from Natalie S (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our children attend Little Acorns, the staff were very supportive when it came to my return to work and I quickly formed a great trust and& respect in the staff who are highly knowledgeable and experienced in childcare. Both of our children love the nursery and they are always having fun and
learning new things. We have seen great developmental advances in both of our children since they have been here, which is encouraged by staff. Their emphasis on key values and building character in these early years perfectly compliments our home value system. My little boy often says that the food is 'yummy yummy' and after looking at the menu I can see why he thinks that! We highly recommend Little Acorns nursery and wouldn't choose anywhere else. Thank you so much for looking after and caring for our babies!
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Review from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been with Little Acorns since 2013 and he has progressed so well over the years. He is in nursery full time so spends 5 days a week there and the care and attention given to him by all staff is very good.
If there has been any issues these have been resolved super fast by the management
team who are more than happy to help.
Overall I have been very happy with the nursery and would highly recommend.
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Review from Caroline R (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Acorns has provided wonderful care for both of my children over the past 5 years. They take the time to speak to parents and find everything out about the children in order to make smooth transitions. Nothing is too much trouble and the policies and procedures are clear and always followed.
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Review from Jessica H (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son only joined, start of January, however already seems to be coming on in leaps and bounds. I love that they are always doing something different with him and how creative they help the children to be. Would love to put more but still new to the nursery.
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Review from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 29 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I started my daughter at Little Acorns after being dis-satisfied with her first nursery. My daughter had been unhappy at her first setting, but settled in very well and was given individual attention. We became aware that our daughter had a medical condition which contributed to her delayed mobility
and other issues. The staff were extremely supportive and did extra exercises to help build her muscles. I must say the nursery is not local to me and 1.5 hour per day well worth it. The staff provision and management are exceptional.
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Review from Sarah J (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is currently in the baby room and absolutely loves coming to nursery, smiling at me as I leave! She always comes home with paint between her toes after doing lots of fun creative activities as well as exploring so many other different sensory activities throughout the day! The baby room
staff are just fantastic and couldn't be more accommodating to her needs and are always telling me and my partner what a pleasure she is to look after just makes our working lives so much easier just knowing how happy she is at nursery, and how comfortable she feels with the staff in the baby room!
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Review from David M (Father of Child) published on 17 November 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our daughter is developing very well at Little Acorns Nursery and is growing in confidence. There are occasional slight problems but these are always rectified promptly. The food is excellent.
Reply from Tracy Telfer, Nursery Manager at Partou Little Acorns Day Nursery & Pre-school
We are happy that you daughter loves attending our nursery, it is nice that she would like to stay longer but are glad we have rectified problems you have had getting her to leave.
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Review from Tracy L (Mother of Child) published on 5 November 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is in the baby room he's only been at Little Acorns for for 2 months and he loves it. The staff are fantastic caring and show excellent knowledge. The settling in sessions are all done to the child and parents needs. The nursery is well managed and the standards are exceedingly high. Information
is shared and already my son's development file is full of little milestones. The food looks fabulous and very healthy which is good as a working parent to know my child is getting all the nutrition he needs to help him to develop in to a healthy little boy. An outstanding nursery!
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Review from Barbara P (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Little Acorns for five months and recently joined upper babies. he has problems with his joints and movements and the staff have spent 1-2-1 time with him helping his development. The food at Little Acorns is fantastic and there is nothing that he hasn't tried but he loves
all the food. The staff are helping him use a spoon and at thirteen months this is brilliant. My son is very happy and content at Little Acorns and I can't recommend them enough.
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Review from Nirav P (Father of Child) published on 29 October 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
One of my children has been through this nursery and is now in school. The educational element provided by the care at nursery gave her a headstart in school. My son is currently in nursery. For both of them the care they have received has at all times been exemplary. The children are showered with
love and attention. They are taught politeness, respect and good manners. They are encouraged to care for themselves, such as at dinner times to teach them independence, but are helped and supported when required. The facilities in the rooms and the large outside play area are of a very high standard. All necessary protocols e.g safeguarding, are well established. The place is very well managed and parents are kept informed on their child's development regularly. This is an outstanding nursery.
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Review from Lindsay S (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery, great staff, great facilities for the children, outside area great.
Thinks it's great how they offer the French lessons, my child has come on so much from being here and his confidence has grown so much thanks to the amazing staff ;)
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Review from Nisha P (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Little Acorns since she was 6 months old, she is now 2 & she absolutely loves it! The staff are very friendly, attentive & professional. The nursery also regularly holds open evenings where you have the opportunity to discuss your child's development & try some lovely homemade
food from their menus!! Overall brilliant nursery, excellent staff & management, well planned activities for the children - Definitely a winner!
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Review from Carla M (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would recommend Little Acorns nursery to family members and friends My son has received a fantastic level of care since he started and his learning and development journey is on track due to the amazing work from all the staff. The nursery environment is extremely welcoming, all the staff are very
friendly and helpful and are always available for help and advice.


My son really enjoys mealtimes, the menu has such a wide choice which is enabling him to try new foods he might not necessarily try at home.


The outside play area is excellent with plenty of facilities for the children to explore and enjoy.

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Review from Ryan P (Father of Child) published on 4 September 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at 9 months old. I am Very pleased with how my daughter has settled in nursery and the transition between rooms. She loves coming in every morning and doesn't want to leave in the evenings! Would definitely recommend!!!!
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Review from Danielle (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Acorns Day Nursery is an absolutely fantastic learning environment. Our daughter has been there since she was 5 months old and the learning and development support she receives is impeccable! She is well looked after in a caring and nurturing environment where safety of both staff and children
is paramount. The outstanding calibre of staff has enabled her to build relationships and feel safe and happy to be left. She is always full of smiles on arrival. The food she receives is second to none; home-cooked, nutritious and by far her favourite part of the day!


As first time parents and educationalists ourselves, we were sceptical of sending our baby to a nursery but from her very first settling in visit to now; 5 months on, we could not be any happier with Little Acorns. The talented team deserve such recognition. I believe Little Acorns is the best nursery in the area and I often recommend it to fellow parents looking for outstanding provision.

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Review from Gemma C (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I send both my girls to Little Acorns, and couldn't be happier with the service and care that they provide. They have worked really hard with my eldest to get her over her phobia of eating new things. They have also paid attention to how my youngest daughter is developing physically and put things
out especially for her to help extend that development. As well as this they put toys out that they know she has an interest in. The menu choices are excellent too.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.983)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10 for Partou Little Acorns 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 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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 4.983 for Partou Little Acorns Day Nursery & Pre-school is calculated as follows: ( (295 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 300 Ratings = 4.983
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Partou Little Acorns Day Nursery & Pre-school is based on 25 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 68 number of registered child places is 13.6, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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