Partou Thornbury Day Nursery & Pre-School is in Bristol, providing care for children from birth to four years old. The nursery is registered with the South Gloucestershire local authority. At its inspection in September 2023, Ofsted judged the nursery's overall effectiveness to be 'Good'.
Following a regulatory visit in October 2025, Ofsted issued actions after identifying some unmet requirements. The inspector noted that the provider later demonstrated improved staff understanding of children and developed more effective systems for sharing information. The report also stated that leaders are clear about their responsibilities to deploy staff effectively. Ofsted confirmed it was satisfied that the provider had met the safeguarding and welfare actions, and the nursery remains registered.
Last inspected 21 September 2023
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We have recently joined the Babies room this March, and our little girl loves it. The staff are brilliant, she comes home happy and already has some excellent relationships with staff. Communication is positive, and they care.
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My two children, daughter (1yo) and son (4yo), attend Partou, and we couldn’t be happier. The staff are incredibly welcoming and attentive. They always greet my children with smiles and genuinely enjoy working with the kids. A special mention to Bev, who takes wonderful care of my son and makes his days extra special. The range of activities is good. My son loves telling me about his outdoor playtime and my daughter loves the sensory activities and the sand. The staff keep me well-informed about my children’s progress and any important events. Regular updates and photos on the dedicated app make me feel connected to their daily experiences. Overall, I highly recommend Partou.
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Ivy loves going to nursery, the staff are friendly, knowledgable and caring. The environment always looks stimulating and interesting and the teaching of maths and literacy seem really well delivered, alongside a fun, playful approach!
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Date: January 2011
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