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Alderfold Street, Off Bolton Old Road, Atherton, Manchester, M46 9DS
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13 February 2026
The nursery resources and staff members are amazing! They always keep me updated via the app, and show photos of my daughter playing which is nice to see. My daughter is always so happy to attend the nursery and enjoys her time there. The nursery is spacious which is excellent for children to play
in. I would highly recommend this nursery.
11 February 2026
After viewing over 15 nurseries and instantly feeling at home and comfortable when we viewed footprints we knew it was the right one for our disabled daughter. We honestly couldn't be happier with this nursery. The care, patience, and kindness they show to my disabled daughter is truly amazing.
Every member of staff goes above and beyond to make sure she feels safe, included, supported, and happy. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them, and they always take the time to understand her individual needs.
Their dedication, compassion, and professionalism give us complete peace of mind, knowing she is in such caring hands. The progress she has made since attending is incredible, and that is down to the love and effort they put into their work every single day. We are so grateful for everything they do and would highly recommend this nursery to any parent, especially those with children who need extra support.
09 February 2026
My son started nursery in January 2026. After a difficult start for him since birth and the worries I had about him needing extra support. I didn't want him to go to nursery, but for his development I needed to let him so I visited Footprints after hearing great things from other people. I was very
impressed. The staff were friendly and made us feel welcome when we walked through the doors. My son attended the settling in sessions which were crucial for him but they also helped me too. He has attended nursery for 4 weeks now and he is thrieving. I know he is safe and secure. He is happy when I drop him off and pick him up. The rooms for the children are huge, light, airy and clean. They've got lots of activity areas and places they can explore. The staff let me know on collection and on the app what he's been up to and what he has eaten etc. We are very impressed.
03 February 2026
Amazing nursery. All staff were incredibly dedicated.
My daughter was 8 months old when she started here. As a first time mum, it was reassuring receiving regular updates via the app knowing she was learning day by day, her personality was shining through and enjoying the lovely food they serve!
A big praise for Sam, who was my daughter's key worker - nothing was ever too much trouble.
Sadly, my daughter had to leave this nursery due to my work commitments but I highly recommend. Your child will be very well looked after and will make lots of happy memories.
15 September 2025
My little girl has attended Footprints since she was 1 and I honestly cannot speak more highly of the nursery and its staff.
The nursery is so warm and welcoming and she has settled so well in each transition when moving room.
The staff are amazing and you can see they genuinely care for each
and every child and build amazing connections with them.
The nursery facilities are brilliant and the children are able to take part in a wide variety of activities, both inside and outside in the fabulous playground area.
I will be so sad when my little one has to leave next year.
15 September 2025
My daughter has attended Footprints since she was one, she is almost 3 years old now and she absolutely loves it. All the staff are very friendly and helpful, nothing is too much trouble. They have catered to my daughter's milk intolerance which put me at ease from day one. I would highly recommend.
Thank you to all the staff for their care.
15 September 2025
Our son has attended Footprints for over 2 years and absolutely loves it. Its been lovely to see the bonds he has developed with the staff. From the management through to the staff in the rooms, they are all fantastic and I feel very comfortable leaving him in their care. We are greeted with smiles
every morning and made to feel so welcome. The children are offered a great variety of activities and our son always comes home tired, with lots of stories of a fun filled day! Our daughter is due to start soon and I'm sure she will love it too.
15 September 2025
We couldn't be happier with our son's time at nursery. He absolutely loves it there and always comes home with the biggest smile on his face. All the staff are amazing - so friendly, caring and welcoming. The handovers are always brilliant and we're greeted with a smile every day, which really means
a lot. We honestly couldn't wish for a better place for our son's development and happiness.
15 September 2025
From the very first day, the warmth and care shown by the staff put both us and our daughter at ease. Every member of the team goes above and beyond to make the nursery feel like a home-from-home, and it's clear how much they genuinely care about the children in their care.
The environment is
nurturing, safe, and filled with opportunities to explore, play, and learn. Our daughter has flourished - her confidence, social skills, and curiosity have grown so much since starting here. We especially love how thoughtfully planned the activities are, balancing fun with real developmental benefits.
Communication with parents is excellent. We're kept updated daily on progress, meals, and activities, and staff are always approachable and responsive. It's hugely reassuring to know our daughter is not just being looked after, but truly valued as an individual.
15 September 2025
This has been my second child's experience through this nursery. It's sounds cliche but it's like a family. The staff are genuinely wonderful people, they have the patience of saints and my daughter absolutely loves to go.
The staff make an effort to get to know your child whether they are in
their class or not.
The security is excellent. The fingerprint system for entry into the building is great. People do not hold the door open for anyone (unlike many other nurseries). The outdoor gate is locked when children playing in the garden.
My daughter has developed socially with her peers and with staff. It will be a very sad day when she leaves!
Highly recommended this caring, conscientious and fun nursery! Especially under the new manager and deputy manager. They are footprints through and through!
28 August 2025
My son has been at Footprints for a year now and he's enjoyed being at the nursery from the very start. He has been in three rooms so far and the transitions have been handled so well. Every room cater activities so well for each age, and I love how the toddler room really encourage independence
through meal times. I think since the new managers have taken over the communication and food menus are great. I'm really glad we picked Footprints for our son, just makes us feel so relaxed he's in a kind, fun and educational place.
27 August 2025
My little girl has been coming to Footprints since she was 13 months old and she settled in straight away - we feel so comfortable dropping her off with all the lovely members of staff - Footprints gives us a home from home feeling and I know that my little girl is very happy there. Footprints is
full of loving and caring staff who care for the children like they are their own.. All of the staff are so friendly and they're always doing lots of fun & educational activities - I love that they spend a lot of time outside (as long as the weather permits). Also - they have been super helpful with potty training recently which has meant that my little girl has smashed it at home & now at nursery.
We couldn't recommend this nursery more x
27 August 2025
Fantastic nursery. Staff are lovely. They have had my little girl since she was 6 months old and she is almost ready to leave for school. They have really made my family feel part of their family. We have cried and laughed together over the years, I can't give them enough praise. They are a true
part of this community and bring some much fun for the children and their families. There is also updates and pictures about the things they have been up to that day. Nothing is better than a messy face picture when working.
The staff don't stop and forget about you when Nursery is closed, they always stop to say hello around the town and outside nursery hours they involve families into their lives.
The staff have a range of ages from experienced who are parents and carers themselves to new younger generations on work experience and college placements. It is lovely to see who much they care for each other as well as the children. It's the footprint family! And we are proud to be part of it!
26 August 2025
Footprints Day Nursery is truly exceptional, with children placed at the very heart of everything they do. The staff are warm, welcoming, and maintain excellent communication with parents, ensuring a strong partnership in every child's development. Every member of the team knows and genuinely cares
for my children, engaging with them daily through a variety of fun and enriching activities, which are wonderfully shared via the app. The progress my children make is clear to see, and the management team are always approachable and available, creating a supportive and positive environment. Without a doubt, I believe Footprints Nursery is the best in the area.
21 August 2025
Our son attends Partou (footprints) in Atherton, he loves the nursery and staff.
The staff are incredible, from the senior leaders who always answer the door and wish us a good morning, to the individual staff in the rooms who are always ready to give the children a fun day of activities.
The
best thing about the nursery is the play, our son always comes home tired and fullfilled.
We are having a second child and i am definitely going to attempt to get them in this nursery.
20 August 2025
Footprints have been amazing throughout our child's journey there. Our daughter is now in toddlers and loves her time there, she is looked after so well, they understand her and listen to her needs. All the staff always look happy to be there and they always have activities set up for the children's
arrival. They spend a lot of time outside, which our daughter loves, and we love her being outside. They have supported us in removing her dummy and her potty training journey, they are always available to offer us advice and support as first time parents too. Two staff members in particular have been exceptional in the support and guidance. Along with all the staff in the toddler room and the previous rooms too, who have always treated our daughter with respect and kindness.
We now have another child who we can't wait to start at Footprints!
20 August 2025
My child has attended Footprints for over a year and straight away from the settling in session she just settled in really well. This was such a relief as a parent to know that your child enjoys going to nursery and has fun throughout the day. I am kept up to date with what my child eats/does
throughout the day as well as being told on pick up. The outdoor area is big and has multiple toys/activities to play with. The staff are lovely, kind, caring and efficient on the security side of things with people coming to the nursery which again is reassuring knowing that not just anyone can walk into the nursery. I am glad my child was in Footprints because I couldn't imagine her at any other nursery.
20 August 2025
My son has been at this nursery for about a year now and he loves it so much, he settled very quickly into the baby room when he started and again when he transitioned over to Tinies , he loves all of the staff there and nothing is to much for them.
20 August 2025
Our son started at Footprints a couple of months ago, at just over 12 months old. It was a really difficult transition for him and for me too (maybe more me!)
Although it took him a while to settle, I never doubted that he was in the best place with the best staff. All the team in the baby room
have been amazing with him, and very patient as he took his time settling in.
In the first week I was extremely upset, and two specific staff members took the time to comfort and reassure me, which was so kind and very much appreciated as a first time mum struggling to leave her baby!
We've recently had a breakthrough and he's now really enjoying his time at nursery! He's developing brilliantly - his progression is so clear to see, all thanks to the staff and the wonderful variety of activities they do.
I'm so grateful that he's in such good hands, and will enjoy watching him grow in such a lovely environment.
13 August 2025
My little girl has been at footprints since 9 months old and is in her final year at preschool.
All staff throughout her journey have been amazing and helped with her development and growth.
we love footprints and any siblings in the future will be attending too.
Keep up the good work
Ladies. x
Latest Reviews for Partou Footprints Day Nursery & Pre-school
13 February 2026
The nursery resources and staff members are amazing! They always keep me updated via the app, and show photos of my daughter playing which is nice to see. My daughter is always so happy to attend the nursery and enjoys her time there. The nursery is spacious which is excellent for children to play
in. I would highly recommend this nursery.
11 February 2026
After viewing over 15 nurseries and instantly feeling at home and comfortable when we viewed footprints we knew it was the right one for our disabled daughter. We honestly couldn't be happier with this nursery. The care, patience, and kindness they show to my disabled daughter is truly amazing.
Every member of staff goes above and beyond to make sure she feels safe, included, supported, and happy. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them, and they always take the time to understand her individual needs.
Their dedication, compassion, and professionalism give us complete peace of mind, knowing she is in such caring hands. The progress she has made since attending is incredible, and that is down to the love and effort they put into their work every single day. We are so grateful for everything they do and would highly recommend this nursery to any parent, especially those with children who need extra support.
09 February 2026
My son started nursery in January 2026. After a difficult start for him since birth and the worries I had about him needing extra support. I didn't want him to go to nursery, but for his development I needed to let him so I visited Footprints after hearing great things from other people. I was very
impressed. The staff were friendly and made us feel welcome when we walked through the doors. My son attended the settling in sessions which were crucial for him but they also helped me too. He has attended nursery for 4 weeks now and he is thrieving. I know he is safe and secure. He is happy when I drop him off and pick him up. The rooms for the children are huge, light, airy and clean. They've got lots of activity areas and places they can explore. The staff let me know on collection and on the app what he's been up to and what he has eaten etc. We are very impressed.
03 February 2026
Amazing nursery. All staff were incredibly dedicated.
My daughter was 8 months old when she started here. As a first time mum, it was reassuring receiving regular updates via the app knowing she was learning day by day, her personality was shining through and enjoying the lovely food they serve!
A big praise for Sam, who was my daughter's key worker - nothing was ever too much trouble.
Sadly, my daughter had to leave this nursery due to my work commitments but I highly recommend. Your child will be very well looked after and will make lots of happy memories.
15 September 2025
My little girl has attended Footprints since she was 1 and I honestly cannot speak more highly of the nursery and its staff.
The nursery is so warm and welcoming and she has settled so well in each transition when moving room.
The staff are amazing and you can see they genuinely care for each
and every child and build amazing connections with them.
The nursery facilities are brilliant and the children are able to take part in a wide variety of activities, both inside and outside in the fabulous playground area.
I will be so sad when my little one has to leave next year.
15 September 2025
My daughter has attended Footprints since she was one, she is almost 3 years old now and she absolutely loves it. All the staff are very friendly and helpful, nothing is too much trouble. They have catered to my daughter's milk intolerance which put me at ease from day one. I would highly recommend.
Thank you to all the staff for their care.
15 September 2025
Our son has attended Footprints for over 2 years and absolutely loves it. Its been lovely to see the bonds he has developed with the staff. From the management through to the staff in the rooms, they are all fantastic and I feel very comfortable leaving him in their care. We are greeted with smiles
every morning and made to feel so welcome. The children are offered a great variety of activities and our son always comes home tired, with lots of stories of a fun filled day! Our daughter is due to start soon and I'm sure she will love it too.
15 September 2025
We couldn't be happier with our son's time at nursery. He absolutely loves it there and always comes home with the biggest smile on his face. All the staff are amazing - so friendly, caring and welcoming. The handovers are always brilliant and we're greeted with a smile every day, which really means
a lot. We honestly couldn't wish for a better place for our son's development and happiness.
15 September 2025
From the very first day, the warmth and care shown by the staff put both us and our daughter at ease. Every member of the team goes above and beyond to make the nursery feel like a home-from-home, and it's clear how much they genuinely care about the children in their care.
The environment is
nurturing, safe, and filled with opportunities to explore, play, and learn. Our daughter has flourished - her confidence, social skills, and curiosity have grown so much since starting here. We especially love how thoughtfully planned the activities are, balancing fun with real developmental benefits.
Communication with parents is excellent. We're kept updated daily on progress, meals, and activities, and staff are always approachable and responsive. It's hugely reassuring to know our daughter is not just being looked after, but truly valued as an individual.
15 September 2025
This has been my second child's experience through this nursery. It's sounds cliche but it's like a family. The staff are genuinely wonderful people, they have the patience of saints and my daughter absolutely loves to go.
The staff make an effort to get to know your child whether they are in
their class or not.
The security is excellent. The fingerprint system for entry into the building is great. People do not hold the door open for anyone (unlike many other nurseries). The outdoor gate is locked when children playing in the garden.
My daughter has developed socially with her peers and with staff. It will be a very sad day when she leaves!
Highly recommended this caring, conscientious and fun nursery! Especially under the new manager and deputy manager. They are footprints through and through!
28 August 2025
My son has been at Footprints for a year now and he's enjoyed being at the nursery from the very start. He has been in three rooms so far and the transitions have been handled so well. Every room cater activities so well for each age, and I love how the toddler room really encourage independence
through meal times. I think since the new managers have taken over the communication and food menus are great. I'm really glad we picked Footprints for our son, just makes us feel so relaxed he's in a kind, fun and educational place.
27 August 2025
My little girl has been coming to Footprints since she was 13 months old and she settled in straight away - we feel so comfortable dropping her off with all the lovely members of staff - Footprints gives us a home from home feeling and I know that my little girl is very happy there. Footprints is
full of loving and caring staff who care for the children like they are their own.. All of the staff are so friendly and they're always doing lots of fun & educational activities - I love that they spend a lot of time outside (as long as the weather permits). Also - they have been super helpful with potty training recently which has meant that my little girl has smashed it at home & now at nursery.
We couldn't recommend this nursery more x
27 August 2025
Fantastic nursery. Staff are lovely. They have had my little girl since she was 6 months old and she is almost ready to leave for school. They have really made my family feel part of their family. We have cried and laughed together over the years, I can't give them enough praise. They are a true
part of this community and bring some much fun for the children and their families. There is also updates and pictures about the things they have been up to that day. Nothing is better than a messy face picture when working.
The staff don't stop and forget about you when Nursery is closed, they always stop to say hello around the town and outside nursery hours they involve families into their lives.
The staff have a range of ages from experienced who are parents and carers themselves to new younger generations on work experience and college placements. It is lovely to see who much they care for each other as well as the children. It's the footprint family! And we are proud to be part of it!
26 August 2025
Footprints Day Nursery is truly exceptional, with children placed at the very heart of everything they do. The staff are warm, welcoming, and maintain excellent communication with parents, ensuring a strong partnership in every child's development. Every member of the team knows and genuinely cares
for my children, engaging with them daily through a variety of fun and enriching activities, which are wonderfully shared via the app. The progress my children make is clear to see, and the management team are always approachable and available, creating a supportive and positive environment. Without a doubt, I believe Footprints Nursery is the best in the area.
21 August 2025
Our son attends Partou (footprints) in Atherton, he loves the nursery and staff.
The staff are incredible, from the senior leaders who always answer the door and wish us a good morning, to the individual staff in the rooms who are always ready to give the children a fun day of activities.
The
best thing about the nursery is the play, our son always comes home tired and fullfilled.
We are having a second child and i am definitely going to attempt to get them in this nursery.
20 August 2025
Footprints have been amazing throughout our child's journey there. Our daughter is now in toddlers and loves her time there, she is looked after so well, they understand her and listen to her needs. All the staff always look happy to be there and they always have activities set up for the children's
arrival. They spend a lot of time outside, which our daughter loves, and we love her being outside. They have supported us in removing her dummy and her potty training journey, they are always available to offer us advice and support as first time parents too. Two staff members in particular have been exceptional in the support and guidance. Along with all the staff in the toddler room and the previous rooms too, who have always treated our daughter with respect and kindness.
We now have another child who we can't wait to start at Footprints!
20 August 2025
My child has attended Footprints for over a year and straight away from the settling in session she just settled in really well. This was such a relief as a parent to know that your child enjoys going to nursery and has fun throughout the day. I am kept up to date with what my child eats/does
throughout the day as well as being told on pick up. The outdoor area is big and has multiple toys/activities to play with. The staff are lovely, kind, caring and efficient on the security side of things with people coming to the nursery which again is reassuring knowing that not just anyone can walk into the nursery. I am glad my child was in Footprints because I couldn't imagine her at any other nursery.
20 August 2025
My son has been at this nursery for about a year now and he loves it so much, he settled very quickly into the baby room when he started and again when he transitioned over to Tinies , he loves all of the staff there and nothing is to much for them.
20 August 2025
Our son started at Footprints a couple of months ago, at just over 12 months old. It was a really difficult transition for him and for me too (maybe more me!)
Although it took him a while to settle, I never doubted that he was in the best place with the best staff. All the team in the baby room
have been amazing with him, and very patient as he took his time settling in.
In the first week I was extremely upset, and two specific staff members took the time to comfort and reassure me, which was so kind and very much appreciated as a first time mum struggling to leave her baby!
We've recently had a breakthrough and he's now really enjoying his time at nursery! He's developing brilliantly - his progression is so clear to see, all thanks to the staff and the wonderful variety of activities they do.
I'm so grateful that he's in such good hands, and will enjoy watching him grow in such a lovely environment.
13 August 2025
My little girl has been at footprints since 9 months old and is in her final year at preschool.
All staff throughout her journey have been amazing and helped with her development and growth.
we love footprints and any siblings in the future will be attending too.
Keep up the good work
Ladies. x