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Partou Thornbury Day Nursery and Pre-School Earns Praise from Ofsted
Partou Thornbury Day Nursery and Pre-School, located on Gillingstool in Thornbury, has been commended by Ofsted for its nurturing environment. The education regulator’s report, which was published on 17 September, highlights the nursery’s success in making children feel “safe, confident, and ready to explore.”
The inspection took place in August, assessing the nursery’s performance against several key metrics including inclusion, curriculum and teaching, achievement, children’s welfare, and leadership. The report indicates that the 75-place nursery met the expected standards across all criteria.
Clare, the nursery manager, expressed her satisfaction with the inspection results, stating, “We are delighted to achieve ‘expected standard’ in all areas and to read the many positive comments about the setting from the Ofsted inspector.” She emphasised the importance of maintaining engagement in learning activities throughout the day, which was noted as a key strength in the report.
The report also praised the safeguarding measures in place at the nursery, highlighting the strong relationships between staff and children. According to the findings, children received a warm welcome and felt secure from the moment they arrived. The inspectors noted that children displayed confidence in exploring activities and interacted positively with both staff and peers, demonstrating cooperative play and respectful interactions.
Partou Group, which oversees Partou Thornbury, is a significant educational organisation with over 935 locations across Europe, caring for nearly 83,000 children. Partou UK, established in 2024 through the merger of Just Childcare and All About Children, operates 11 nurseries in the Bristol area.
Sam Sleeman-Boss, Partou Head of Early Years, congratulated Clare and her team on their achievement, underscoring the recognition of their efforts to celebrate each child’s individuality.
