Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school

382-384 Hempshaw Lane, Offerton, Stockport SK1 4NT
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  • Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school, Stockport
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.

Staff are passionate and knowledgeable and work hard to support and nurture children in their early years. They also work closely with parents and families to ensure that their children reach their full potential.

Children are valued as individuals and staff work hard to make sure each child thrives physically, mentally and emotionally.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 72

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school Reviews (76)

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Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school has a Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Partou Little Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school has 76 reviews.

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Review from Z D (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolThank 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 striving to improve, including our food menu and cleanliness standards. Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education and development.
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Review from Jade W (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolThank 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 your daughter has found a special connection with one of our team members. Our outdoor space is also a big hit with the children, and we are constantly coming up with new and exciting activities for them. Thank you again for choosing Little Darlings and trusting us with your child's care. It means the world to us.
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Review from Mark R (Father of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolThank 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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolThank 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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolThank 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 choosing our nursery for your child's early education and thank you for your support and trust in our team. We look forward to continue providing excellent care for your little one.
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Review from Leanne T (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolWe 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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolWe 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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolWe 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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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-schoolWe 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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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 • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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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Review from Catherine K (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery, my child is doing really well and enjoys it.
All the team are lovely and very supportive of child development.
The children learn many skills and have a balanced diet for their meals.
Definitely recommend it to prospective parents and children.
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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended this nursery since the age of one, my eldest will be leaving for school in September and it has been a great nursery for the whole 6 years we've used them. The staff are always kind and caring and my boys have formed great bonds with them and are happy to go each morning
and spend the day.
The food and activities are varied and the staff have helped the development of my boys over the years, and will flag to me any concerns as soon as possible and work with me to develop strategies for potty training, managing bad behaviour or areas where they are falling behind.
I would happily recommend this nursery to any friends or family.
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Review from Leanne D (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely fantastic nursery. I felt happy to leave my son every morning. The team and management are amazing and ensure myself and my little boy felt comfortable and safe with him being there with them. Communication with myself was perfect, and the parent partnership the nursery gives is outstanding,
whether it be through face-to-face or emails or messages. Fantastic nursery for my little boy!
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Review from Louise C (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When my first child attended Little Darlings over 10 years ago, I was so happy wih her progress that when I had my second child, I was adamant that he was going to follow suit. The staff are brilliant, making my son's time there stimulating and varied. I love the feedback they give each day. The nursery
is warm and welcoming and nothing is ever too much trouble. I would 100% recommend.
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Review from Emma D (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery and staff.
My daughter is happy going in and when I collect she doesn’t want to leave. I’m happy with her progress she is making.
The manager is always happy to help with any requests I may have.
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Review from H S (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent communication from staff. My child always looks forward to attending nursery and comes home happy. His development has come on leaps and bounds since he started here. He is set individual development framework objectives and we are kept informed of his progress regularly. Thank you!
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Review from Gregg B (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Leaving your child in someone else's care is always a difficult thing to overcome at first. Our youngest child especially struggles with leaving his mum and I but knowing how lovely all the staff are with both of our children gives us a sense of relief and we couldn't be happier with the nursery. We've
had the great pleasure of being able to have our children in the nursery for a few years now and everyone from the management team to all of the rooms (Baby, littlies, middlies and preschool) are all friendly, capable and are loved by both of our children. The food is nutritious and I'm told "very tasty" by our eldest. Both of our children have come on leaps and bounds since being there. It'll be a sad day when both of our children take the next steps into school. If you are looking at nurseries in the area this one is the one to go for!
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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 Darlings 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 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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 Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school is calculated as follows: ( (341 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 347 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 Darlings Day Nursery & Pre-school is based on 29 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 72 number of registered child places is 14.4, which has been reached with 29 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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