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Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

382-384 Hempshaw Lane, Offerton, Stockport, Greater Manchester SK1 4NT
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Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school in Stockport offers childcare to children from the age of three months up to school age.

The nursery offers children a fun and challenging environment where staff encourage children to develop a love of learning that will sustain them throughout their lives.

Play is at the heart of nursery life and children learn about the world around them through the medium of play and exploration.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

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Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 72

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday07:30-18:00
  • Thursday07:30-18:00
  • Friday07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

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Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school has a Review Score of 10 (9.984) out of 10, based on 36 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school has 83 reviews.

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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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I have been using Little Darlings Nursery for the last 5 years, both my children being there from 9 months old and my daughter now on her final stretch of PreSchool.
As a parent finding somewhere I felt comfortable leaving my children and trusting they were in safe hands was massive. LD definitely put me at ease and seeing how my kids went in there every morning excited to be there was a weight off my shoulders. The staff truly care and over the years my kids and myself have made real friendships which is priceless. I'll actually be sad when my daughter leaves to go school.
They have great outside space which my kids both loved, the menus are brilliant and experiment with all types of food, they have lessons covering maths, spelling, reading etc and are always crafting.
I'm so pleased that I chose here for my kids to attend and they'll definitely have memories for life.

Highly recommend!! 5*

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with Little Darlings Nursery! We are ecstatic to hear that your family has been with us for 5 years and that your children have enjoyed every moment. Our top priority is creating a safe and nurturing environment for all children and we are...  

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Review from Rebecca W (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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My twins have been at little darlings for 8 months now and we have had a fantastic experience. They have come on so much in the time attending, the staff are fab and made me feel at ease leaving my babies with them. The environment is great, they have been in the baby room for this time and it has such a nice indoor and outdoor space for them to use, with different activities lay out each morning. I love seeing the pictures added to the app of what they have been doing. Can't wait to see how much more they grow now moving on to the next room.

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you for your kind words! We are so glad to hear that your twins have had a fantastic experience at Little Darlings. It is always our goal to provide a safe and nurturing environment for all children. We can't wait to see how much more they will learn and grow in the next room!

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Review from Dale W (Father of Child) published on 20 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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Had a great month at the nursery. All the staff have been great with our little twins transition from baby room to littles. I know how much our children enjoy it as they get excite when we go to nursery and they hold their arms out to the staff.

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

We are thrilled to hear that your twins have had a smooth transition and are genuinely happy at our nursery! Our staff takes pride in providing a warm and nurturing environment for all children. Thank you for trusting us with your little ones.

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Review from Sam C (Father of Child) published on 20 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our son has been at little darlings day nursery for 18 months now and he absolutely loves it at little darlings, all the staff are amazing, caring and well trained

From the minute we look around the nursery we knew we felt at ease leaving our child in the hands of little darlings

Every room our child has pass through upto now have been amazing, especially the baby room

The manager and her management team are exceptional

We have already book our 2nd child in their for next year

100% recommend

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that your son loves Little Darlings and that you feel at ease leaving him in our care. Our dedicated staff and exceptional management team work hard to provide a safe and nurturing environment for all our little...  

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Review from Lenka W (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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The nursery is excellent. Everyone is friendly and helpful. Our daughter loves going every day and she has progreesed in her development massively since she started at Little Darlings. The nursery is also very accommodating with early starts and are very flexible. The communication is excellent, whether it be about the day, or letting us know about changes happening during the day.

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you so much for your kind words, we are beyond thrilled to hear about the positive impact our nursery has had on your daughter's development. We strive to provide a friendly, flexible and communicative environment for our little ones and their families. Thank you for entrusting us with your child's care, it means the world to us.

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Review from Nicole T (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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My Daughter has been attending here for over a year and a half now and she really enjoys it.

She loves spending time outside playing and the activities that they do on a daily basis.

The staff are very nurturing, and caring.

We feel we have been supported whilst our daughter had an operation. They were really good at putting things in place for what she needed.

I would always recommend to anyone.

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad to hear that your daughter is loving her time at our nursery and that our staff has been supportive and caring, especially during her operation. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing to provide a nurturing and fun environment for your child.

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Review from Rob B (Father of Child) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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I cannot speak highly enough of little darlings.
The manager and the team are always on hand if you need anything
Both of my girls love nursery and every single staff member is so nice and lovely both with the children and parents
The manager will always do her best to help with whatever she can I think she's an asset to the nursery

Another big shout-out from us has to be to one staff member in particular, my daughter absolutely loves her!! So much so that even though not in the same room anymore she always runs over to give her a hug each morning

Everyone at little darlings has been great for us!

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you for your glowing review! Our team at Little Darlings is dedicated to providing exceptional care for your little ones. We are thrilled to hear that your girls love the nursery and that you have had a positive experience with our manager and staff. We strive to create a nurturing...  

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Review from Z D (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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My child has attended for around 2 years now. Nursery staff are all so welcoming & get to know your child by name even if not in their room. The establishment is very professional and willing to assist on any questions. The food menu has improved over the last year under new management and I'm very happy with all new changes. Very clean & tidy at all times. I would 100% be recommending the nursery to anyone who asks.

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that you have been happy with your child's care at our nursery. Our dedicated staff and new management team are committed to providing a professional and welcoming environment for all children. We are constantly...  

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Review from Jade W (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started here in September in preschool after being in another nursery.
I was unsure at first as I was moving nurseries due to change of address and was happy with my old nursery. However after the first week all my anxieties and worries were gone. The staff at little darlings are fantastic. My daughter loves it there and the staff. One staff member in particular is a credit to the nursery and my daughter absolutely adores her.

The garden area is great and they always have so much going on indoors for the children to play. Any concerns are addressed immediately by another staff member in particular.

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that your daughter has settled in well and is enjoying her time at Little Darlings. Our amazing staff take pride in creating a fun and engaging environment for the little ones, and we are so happy that...  

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Review from Mark R (Father of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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Couldn't recommend this nursery enough. We looked at a few and this one is so welcoming. Staff are great and cant do enough to make your child feel welcomed. Our child started at 9 months old and the relationship she has build with staff members is heart warming to see. She always has a smile on her face when we drop her off in the mornings.

Reply from Rachel Fryer, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so happy to hear that your child feels welcomed and has built a special relationship with our staff. We are committed to providing a warm and nurturing environment for all of our little ones. Thank you for choosing us as your child's nursery. Kind regards.

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Review from Rachel B (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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Truly one of the best nurseries in Stockport! My eldest girl has been going for over two years and I didn't hesitate to place my youngest there after maternity leave. The staff are wonderful and truely care about the children they look after. Both of my children have come on leaps and bounds after attending nursery and my little girl constantly talks about all of her friends.
The outside areas are really engaging for all ages, and the room layouts mean I know my child can easily be observed no matter where they are in the room (something that isn't always the case with other nurseries I viewed)

Would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a caring, nurturing environment for their child.

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you so much for your kind words about our nursery in Stockport! We are thrilled to hear that both of your children have had a positive experience with us. Our dedicated staff truly prioritize the care and development of each child. We are glad to hear your little one loves the outdoor areas and that our room layouts provide peace of mind to parents. Thank you for recommending us to others!

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Review from Emily M (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter currently attends this nursery and recently started in the baby room. The staff have always been super attentive to my child's needs, taking into account little details about her interests, how she likes to be given her milk, how she likes to get to sleep etc. This puts me at great ease- knowing that the staff know her well enough to care for her the same way I would.
Since starting at nursery my daughter has learned new skills, become more confident and is always happy upon entering nursery to see the staff. I always get great feedback about her day and any questions or concerns I have are always covered thoroughly.
Management are always on hand and have been very knowledgeable, friendly and supportive since my daughter started at the setting.

The environment is positive and nurturing, like a home from home which really sets it aside from other nurseries. I am so glad my daughter gets the opportunity to thrive and grow here!

Reply from Leah Hannon, Manager at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Thank you for your kind review! We are so happy to hear that your daughter is thriving and enjoying her time at our nursery. Our dedicated staff strive to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for each child, and it brings us great joy to see their growth and development. Thank you for...  

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Review from Leanne T (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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Great nursery. The staff are fab and really connect with my lad and care for him so well. It's great to see how my boy has come on with his development since starting. Thanks, team. You're great.

Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything additional we can do for you.

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Review from Leanne O (Mother of Child) published on 30 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My older daughter was just about to finish Little Darlings when I found out I was expecting twins so I put their names down before they were born! After such a positive experience with our first child there was no doubt we would be returning to Little Darlings with its homely environment and caring staff. The girls have since started and despite changing hands, the nursery feels just as lovely and welcoming and they are enjoying their time there.

Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything additional we can do for you.

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Review from R K (Father of Child) published on 23 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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If you're reading this review, it's probably because this nursery is one of (if not the) best-rated in Stockport. When looking for a nursery for our little one, we saw that Little Darlings was highly rated and had great reviews. Going to visit and look around allowed us to see that there was a good chance that it lived up to these expectations. (We have visited lots of nurseries!) Our child has now had the pleasure of being at Little Darlings for around 9 months and they absolutely love it. The nursery was very flexible with allowing extra settling-in sessions to make sure that our little one was managing the change to their new environment. This not only helped our child but helped us too. The room leaders are all very knowledgeable and professional (the current baby room leader is the best practitioner I've ever met!) and the rest of the staff are excellent too. The nursery is well-managed and standards are high.

Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything additional we can do for you.

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Review from Helen C (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Since our little boy started in January this year the staff have been amazing. They have really welcomed him, and it's fair to say he loves it and everyone there! In the time he's been here he's gone from not yet being able to crawl to now pretty much running about, the support and help from staff as he's gone through these milestones has been great. He has a lactose intolerance and it's been reassuring to see how well he's catered for around it. The first time we visited it felt good and it really has proved to be an amazing nursery.

Reply from Leah H, Family Care Team at Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything additional we can do for you.

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Review from Mhairi O (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Little Darlings has been the best experience for us as a family. We have sent all 3 of our children there and haven't got a bad word to say about the place. The staff are all brilliant, the level of care is fantastic and all of our kids have absolutely loved going there. We are very sadly taking our youngest out of the nursery soon, due to us relocating out of the area and I really wish we could pick Little Darlings up and bring it with us when we move!

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Review from Bethan W (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Little Darlings Day Nursery is an exceptional nursery, welcoming and safe environment.
So pleased we chose this one for our son. His progression has come on so much and we thank Little Darlings for this!
The team are amazing, kind, compassionate and excellent communication.

I would highly recommend.

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Review from D M (Father of Child) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My children love their days at Little Darlings Nursery. They always come home, full of energy and ready to tell us about all the great days they've had.

They're learning lots, making friends, and developing as little people really well, thanks to the care and support of the staff who take a genuine interest in doing the best for our children.

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Review from N G (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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This is my second child who has attended this nursery. Both have been extremely happy, settled and content. They have been well cared for both physically and emotionally. The food provided is excellent. Knowledge of the staff and their development of children is excellent. They always have different activities to support growth and development. Regular feedback is given and they take care to find out how the children are and any identifying needs. Both children have thrived in such a caring and supportive environment.

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