Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School

Olympic House, The Sidings, Whalley, Clitheroe BB7 9SE
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Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School in Clitheroe provides exceptional care and education for babies and children up to the age of five.

As an official Forest School, Whalley Meadows is a place where children enjoy stimulating learning activities in an inspirational natural environment. The children regularly learn in the great outdoors; building dens, exploring woodlands developing their social skills in the fresh air.

Children at the nursery enjoy a wide range of learning activities from Forest School sessions and dance, to numeracy, ICT and literacy. Parents stay up to date and involved with their children’s development using the nursery’s own online learning journal.

The Whalley Meadows team are experienced and hold childcare qualifications, paediatric first aid certificates and safeguarding training. Every team member has enhanced DBS checks and the nursery has CCTV and secure door entry systems for added security.

The chef at Whalley Meadows prepares the nursery’s fresh and nutritionally balanced meals and snacks in the nursery kitchen, providing children with healthy and delicious homemade food every day. The nursery’s seasonal menu is prepared with quality, locally sourced ingredients and can be altered to meet any special dietary requirements.

Meals and snacks are included in the nursery’s fees, as well as nappies, wipes and sun cream. 15 and 30 hours free childcare places are available for eligible families.

The team at Whalley Meadows are so proud of their nursery. To take a closer look at everything they have to offer, call to make an appointment.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 58

Age Range

  • from 0 years 0 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 & Christmas

Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School Reviews (74)

9.8

Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.794) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School has 74 reviews.

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Review from Laurel F (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our little girl has been at Whalley Meadows since she was 11 months old. Now 2 years old, she is happy to be at nursery and will talk to us about what she has been doing. Her confidence has grown and it makes us so happy to know that she enjoys herself there. She even asks to go to nursery on her days
off which shows how much she values her time there. The staff are always very friendly and happy to talk both at drop off and pick up times.
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Review from Sandra M (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son is so well cared for at this nursery. When we arrive at the building he starts waving as he's so happy to see the place! He's fed like a King and the meals are extremely healthy and nutritious. All the staff know and care for him, and his key worker is like a second Mammy to him. We feel very
welcome at Whalley Meadows and know our son is in safe hands all day.
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Review from Amanda (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our Son loves it at nursery and we know he is very well looked after. The activities provided are really varied. The food is amazing. Our son particularly enjoys playing outside and this is something that he gets to do a lot of. The staff do a fantastic job looking after the children and are happy to
provide you with lots of information about your child's day when you go to collect them. I would highly recommend Whalley Meadows. We know our son has plenty to do, has made lots of friends and is very well cared for. What more could you want?
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Review from Lindsey (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Whalley Meadows since she was 9 months old, she has absolutely loved it and learned so much. The staff are all very welcoming and hard working, they have helped my little one become who she is today. Forest School has been fantastic, she can't wait to tell me what she's been
up to every week and has loved every session. I'm very grateful to everyone and thank you.
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Review from Ali (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Both my children have thrived at Whalley Meadows and have been well prepared for their transition to school. They have been loved and cared for over many years and have both been sad to leave.
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Review from Emma (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm very happy with Whalley Meadows nursery. My little one enjoys their time there and learns lots of valuable skills. I find the staff polite and helpful.
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Review from Steph T (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended Whalley Meadows and I would wholeheartedly recommend them. My children have loved it and make lots of friends. The Forest School is a great adventure and the food always smells amazing. There is a great outdoor space for the children to explore. The rooms are large and
bright with plenty to keep children entertained. All the staff are very friendly and have a genuine interest in your child and their needs. Thank you!
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Review from Jennie (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery for just under a year now, he seems very happy when I leave and pick him up. All the staff seem very nice and are very caring towards my son. The only thing I’m slightly hesitant about is the staffing ratio, in the mornings when they are all there for breakfast,
seems very busy.
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Review from Elaine (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you to all the lovely staff at Whalley Meadows. It asks for no names on the review but my son’s key worker has been fantastic as have all the staff in the preschool room.
Forest School has been excellent.
All the staff are friendly and approachable. They are professional, caring and enthusiastic.
My son has very much enjoyed his time here.
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Review from Abi (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children love going to Whalley Meadows, all the staff are so friendly and welcoming and do everything possible to meet the children’s needs.
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Review from Shaun A (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The fact that the nursery is flexible with my days is the main reason my child attends. The staff are lovely and my child thoroughly enjoys attending.
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Review from Sara D (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sending my daughter to Whalley Meadows for her pre-school education was one of the best decisions I have made as a parent.
The teachers there have created a special warm and nurturing environment which has been a great stepping stone for my daughter. Fun, french, forest schools. This nursery has it
all.
She has come on leaps and bounds and we have been supported as parents.
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Review from Amy C (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has attended the nursery since approximately 9 months old. She has always been a little reserved but it has been amazing watching her grow into a very happy and confident little girl as she now prepares for school. Our son has just learnt how to use the potty and all the staff have been
extremely helpful. When both children talk about how much they love the staff, you know they are in completely safe hands. One of the best decisions we ever made was choosing this nursery for our children. The staff simply can't do enough, they are very caring and helpful.
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Review from Zoe M (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Ofsted rating says it all, Outstanding! My daughter has been attending since 6 months old and I have never had any concerns. My daughter has progressed leaps and bounds, from feeling new textures, experiencing outdoor bugs and developing her own cheeky personality. The freedom for creativity and
imaginary play is amazing! If my daughter comes home with paint in her hair, I know she’s had an adventurous day! They have a fabulous new outside play area where the children can play with muddy kitchens and experience Santa’s Grotto in the winter, with snow too! I could go on forever about the amazing things this nursery provides for my daughter.
This is all down to the wonderful manager and her incredible team! I can’t thank you enough for the time, patience and love you have given and continue to give to my daughter. The Whalley Meadows Family are truly invaluable and should be massively proud!
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.794)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.794) out of 10 for Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 11 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 4.846 for Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School is calculated as follows: ( (131 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 143 Ratings = 4.846
  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 4.948 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Partou Whalley Meadows Day Nursery & Forest School is based on 11 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 58 number of registered child places is 11.6. 11 Positive Reviews ÷ 11.6 = 0.948
  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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