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HARROGATE, UK - 19 December 2025·19 Dec 2025·Charities & Community

Harrogate nursery’s 12 Days of Christmas supports local hospice

Partou Little Dragons Day Nursery and Pre-school in Harrogate has just wrapped up its traditional 12 Days of Christmas activities with Saint Michael’s Hospice receiving a large donation following a special themed event. Bambi Wainwright, Partou Little Dragons Nursery Manager, said: “At Little Dragons, we aim to create a magical Christmas that is respectful to all the families that attend here without being too overstimulating for the children. “Our 12 Days of Christmas includes carols round the

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MANCHESTER, UK - 11 December 2025·11 Dec 2025·Charities & Community

Partou team members grant Christmas wishes for Manchester children

Team members from leading day nursery provider Partou have donated 50 Christmas presents to children in Manchester after partnering with a local charity that helps families going through difficult times. Home-Start Manchester provides practical and emotional volunteer-led support to families with at least one child under five. 50 Partou team members chose a Christmas gift from a wish list provided by the charity. Each wish was a simple description such as ‘Boy, aged 3, would like wooden toy cars

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BRADFORD, UK - 9 December 2025·09 Dec 2025·Property, Construction & Infrastructure

Major refurbishment of Manningham Housing Association HQ set to begin

Manningham Housing Association (MHA) will close its head office on Manor Row in Bradford next Thursday (18 December) until next summer whilst it undergoes a major refurbishment programme. However, MHA customers can still visit the team by appointment at a new temporary base at Anchor Court until the works are complete. Lee Bloomfield, MHA Chief Executive, said: “Our current headquarters, a Grade II listed building, has served the local community for many years but now requires essential modernis

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WIDNES, UK - 4 December 2025·04 Dec 2025·Charities & Community

‘Fit and Elfie’ Widnes nursery joins run to help local hospice

Team members and children at Partou Willowdene Nursery and Pre-school in Widnes will be pulling on Christmas jumpers and elf hats next Tuesday (9 December) to walk, skip, jog and run around the town to support Halton Haven Hospice. Founded in 1984, the hospice provides specialist palliative care to people from Halton and surrounding areas who are living with terminal conditions. The Elf Run is one of several fundraising ventures held throughout the year to assist its work. And Partou Willowdene

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BURNLEY, UK - 1 December 2025·01 Dec 2025·Education, Training & Research

Burnley nursery team battles storm to help disadvantaged children

Team members at Partou Eldwick Street Day Nursery and Pre-school in Burnley braved atrocious conditions to complete a challenging sponsored walk around the town which raised an impressive sum for disadvantaged children around the world. “We set off late at night in a wild storm to complete 8.5 miles through the streets of Burnley,” Danielle James, Partou Eldwick Street Nursery Manager, explained. “I set up a JustGiving page explaining what we were doing and shared the QR code and link with my te

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SANDBACH, UK - 24 November 2025·24 Nov 2025·Education, Training & Research

‘Positivity and resilience’ wins national award for Sandbach deputy nursery manager

Zuzanna Goebel from Partou Kids Corner Day Nursery and Pre-school in Sandbach has been named Deputy Nursery Manager of the Year at the National NMT Nursery Awards 2025. In the view of the judges, Zuzanna “has provided transformational leadership following a challenging period, demonstrating resilience, practical leadership and strong Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) practice.” In their adjudication, they declared: “Her hands-on approach and ability to build staff confidence and

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MANCHESTER, UK - 21 November 2025·21 Nov 2025·Charities & Community

Partou ‘goes blue’ for World Children’s Day in support of UNICEF

Team members at leading day nursery provider Partou have celebrated World Children’s Day by dressing in blue and taking part in a range of fun activities to raise funds for UNICEF. Earlier this year, Partou - which operates 114 settings in the UK - announced an official partnership with the United Nations agency which works to protect the rights of children, provide humanitarian aid and ensure that every child can reach their full potential. World Children’s Day is a global day of action for chi

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PORTRUSH, 19 November 2025·19 Nov 2025·Charities & Community

The Fix: One Last Dance for Paul

The life of a much-loved local musician is to be celebrated at a special memorial gig in Portrush on Boxing Night to raise money for two charities that were close to his heart. Paul Beattie, from Coleraine, passed away peacefully at his home in September aged just 53. A former head of economic development at Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, Paul was also well-known as bass player with The Fix. The band was formed with his Coleraine Inst classmates Jonny Lennox and Shaun Giffin in the la

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BRADFORD, UK - 10 November 2025·10 Nov 2025·Property, Construction & Infrastructure

Bradford housing association ‘sprinkled with magic dust’ praised by independent assessor

Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has again earned the Customer Service Excellence (CSE) quality mark following a week-long assessment. The BME organisation - which manages more than 1,400 homes for over 6,000 residents in Bradford and Keighley - achieved full compliance across all categories, including 13 Compliances Plus ratings for going above and beyond expectations. MHA was also awarded the global Standard for Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management, known as ISO 30415, enhancing its pi

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LONDON, UK - 7 November 2025·07 Nov 2025·Education, Training & Research

London nursery rewarded with ‘Good’ rating after impressing Ofsted inspector

Partou Merchant Square Day Nursery and Pre-school in central London has been rated ‘Good’ in areas of activity after an Ofsted inspection. The official report describes the nursery’s environment as “thoughtfully arranged by staff to engage children to learn through play.” It adds: “Children enjoy a wide range of learning experiences as part of the curriculum.” The purpose-built setting - conveniently located within the Merchant Square residential and leisure area - provides high-quality, flexibl

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NOTTINGHAM, UK - 6 November 2025·06 Nov 2025·Property, Construction & Infrastructure

Tuntum celebrates opening of Stapleford affordable housing development with Broxtowe Mayor

Tuntum Housing Association has officially opened its newest affordable housing development in Stapleford, comprising 24 high-quality homes across Outcrop Road and Tarporley Court. This milestone marks the completion of a transformative project that began in April 2023 and concluded in August 2025, delivering much-needed housing for affordable rent to support local families and individuals. Built on a former brownfield site previously owned by Ford, the development sits just outside Stapleford to

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GLOUCESTER, UK - 5 November 2025·05 Nov 2025·Education, Training & Research

Gloucester nursery where children make their own choices impresses Ofsted

Partou Longlevens Day Nursery and Pre-school in Gloucester has been awarded a ‘Good’ rating by Ofsted across with team members praised for being “attentive and caring to the needs of children.” Located close to Gloucester city centre, Partou Longlevens provides high-quality day nursery care and early years education for children up to the age of five. Its exciting indoor environments are packed with fun resources that awaken creativity, stimulate learning and develop essential skills. Outside, i

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ASCOT, UK - 4 November 2025·04 Nov 2025·Education, Training & Research

‘Happy’ and ‘welcoming’ Ascot nursery impresses Ofsted inspector

Partou Natures Day Nursery and Pre-school near Ascot has been rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted. In the final report, the inspector observes that children are “happy and settled at this welcoming setting.” Team members are described as “good role models” with “high expectations for all children’s development and behaviour.” Located in Sunninghill, just two miles outside Ascot, Partou Natures provides a unique forest school experience where children are encouraged to learn about nature and the

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LEEDS, UK - 29 Octover 2025·29 Oct 2025·Education, Training & Research

‘Stimulating and inspiring’ Leeds nursery gains ‘Outstanding’ status from Ofsted

Partou Acorns Day Nursery and Pre-school in Leeds has been rated ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted. In her final report, the inspector observes: “Children are very happy and thrive in this stimulating and inspiring nursery.” Situated on Otley Road, the setting provides high quality early years care and education to families in Adel and surrounding areas. Its bright, spacious playrooms are complemented by safe and secure gardens equipped with mud kitchens, slides and a woodland area for the ch

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BRADFORD, UK - 16 October 2025·16 Oct 2025·Property, Construction & Infrastructure

Manningham Housing Association lauded at national awards ceremony

Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has received warm praise from judges at the Housing Executive Awards. In their formal adjudication, the judges said: “Manningham Housing Association stood out among the other strong finalists for its digital innovation and community involvement, earning Highly Commended recognition.” The BME organisation, which manages more than 1,400 homes for over 6,000 residents in Bradford and Keighley, was a finalist in three categories for the prestigious national award

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MANCHESTER, UK - 15 October 2025·15 Oct 2025·Agriculture, Food & Drink

Partou launches healthy autumn and winter menus to expand children’s palates

Leading day nursery provider Partou has launched its autumn and winter menus to be served in settings across the UK. Created in collaboration with prominent children’s food consultant and nutritionist Laura Matthews, the meal choices - which will be rotated on a three-week cycle - have been developed in line with the latest Department for Education early years nutrition guidance. The new menus are crafted to ensure that every child is served a healthy, balanced diet from the four main food group

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LEEDS, UK - 10 October 2025·10 Oct 2025·Legal, M&A & Corporate Governance

Places available for free Yorkshire business masterclass on establishing a limited company

Yorkshire entrepreneurs considering transforming their business into a limited company are being invited to a free workshop in Leeds where they will be guided through the essential steps. Taking place at Leeds Media Centre in Chapeltown on Tuesday 21 October from 4-6pm, it is the latest in a series of business masterclasses organised by Unity Enterprise (UE), the not-for-profit subsidiary of BME housing association Unity Homes and Enterprise, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.

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WIRRAL, UK - 7 October 2025·07 Oct 2025·Education, Training & Research

Ofsted inspector rewards Wirral nursery with ‘Good’ rating

Partou Brimstage Village Day Nursery and Pre-school in Wirral has received a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating across all areas of activity. In her official report, the inspector observes: “Children benefit from robust routines and boundaries that help them to know what is happening next. Golden rules help children to remember how to behave.” Situated in a converted church, the setting provides high-quality early years care and education to families in Brimstage, Higher Bebington and surrounding areas. Its ‘

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MANCHESTER, UK - 6 October 2025·06 Oct 2025·Education, Training & Research

Partou in the running for five national nursery awards

Partou has been shortlisted in five categories for the National NMT Nursery Awards which recognise excellence in the UK early years sector. The Partou Academy, which has successfully embedded a people-first learning culture across the organisation following last year’s merger of Just Childcare and All About Children to become Partou UK, is a finalist for both the Nursery Training and Development Award and the Apprenticeship Scheme of the Year. Partou Storytimes Day Nursery and Pre-School in Athe

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SHIPLEY, UK - 3 October 2025·03 Oct 2025·Education, Training & Research

‘Caring and approachable’ Shipley nursery manager in running for national award

Sharon Magee from Partou Ashmoor Day Nursery and Pre-school in Shipley has been shortlisted for Nursery Manager of the Year at the National NMT Nursery Awards 2025 which celebrate excellence in the UK early years sector. With three decades of early years experience and highly respected in the local community for her calm, kind and humble approach, Sharon joined Partou Ashmoor as Nursery Manager in 2018. According to the judging panel, the award will go to the finalist who has shown “outstanding

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SANDBACH, UK - 1 October 2025·01 Oct 2025·Education, Training & Research

‘Warm and dedicated’ Sandbach deputy nursery manager up for national award

Zuzanna Goebel from Partou Kids Corner in Sandbach has been shortlisted for Deputy Nursery Manager of the Year at the National NMT Nursery Awards 2025 which celebrate excellence in the UK early years sector. According to the judging panel, the award will go to “that exceptional deputy manager who is always present to support the team and their manager. This individual will have demonstrated outstanding leadership and communication skills and commits every day to creating an inclusive and transpa

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LEEDS, UK - 29 September 2025·29 Sept 2025·Property, Construction & Infrastructure

Housing association enterprise arm celebrates 25 years of success for Leeds businesses

The not-for-profit subsidiary of Leeds-based BME housing association Unity Homes and Enterprise has showcased 25 years of supporting entrepreneurial activity in the city by hosting a high profile panel discussion reflecting on its achievements, chaired by Yorkshire Asian Business Association (YABA) founder Sharon Jandu OBE. After starting from humble beginnings, Unity Enterprise (UE) now provides 153 business units across three centres for 97 diverse businesses which collectively employ more tha

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BRADFORD, UK - 25 September 2025·25 Sept 2025·Property, Construction & Infrastructure

Manningham Housing Association up for three national awards

Manningham Housing Association (MHA) has been named as a finalist in three categories at the Housing Executive Awards, including Housing Association of the Year. The recently completed £4.3million Odette’s Point development at Shann Lane in Keighley - delivered in partnership with Avant Homes, Homes England and Bradford Council - has also been shortlisted for Best Affordable Housing Development, with Carolina Padovezi de Oliveira, MHA’s Head of Corporate Services, in the running for the Women in

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LONDON, UK - 18 September 2025·18 Sept 2025·Education, Training & Research

‘Welcoming’ Dulwich Sports Ground nursery wins praise from Ofsted

Partou Dulwich Sports Ground Day Nursery and Pre-school in south east London has received a ‘Good’ rating across all areas of activity by Ofsted. In her final report, the inspector observes that “children are happy and thrive at this welcoming nursery.” She adds: “Staff provide a well-planned curriculum that supports children to make good progress in their development.” Surrounded by 20 acres of playing fields, Partou Dulwich Sports Ground makes excellent use of its access to outdoor space - inc

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LEEDS, UK - 12 September 2025·12 Sept 2025·Banking & Financial Services

Yorkshire entrepreneurs urged to sign up for free Business Finance Week event

Unity Enterprise and the Yorkshire Asian Business Association (YABA) are co-hosting a free event in Leeds next month to provide entrepreneurs with expert insights on financial strategies to help their business grow and thrive. Taking place at Leeds Media Centre on Wednesday 1 October, the gathering - titled “Profit, Plan, Prosper: Financial Strategies for Business Development” - will seek to connect attendees with valuable resources and practical advice on exploring finance options to support th

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LONDON, UK - 4 September 2025·04 Sept 2025·Healthcare & Life Sciences

Northern Ireland peer calls on local men to take prostate cancer test

Lord Rogan, who received the all-clear after being diagnosed with prostate cancer, has called for men aged 50 and over in Northern Ireland to increase their chances of combatting the disease by requesting a PSA blood test from their GP. Speaking during a debate in the House of Lords last night, he told peers that prostate cancer is now Northern Ireland’s most common cancer, and yet is the only major cancer without a national screening programme. He said: “According to the latest statistics, more

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LONDON, UK - 1 September 2025·01 Sept 2025·Education, Training & Research

‘Warm, welcoming’ Dulwich nursery impresses Ofsted inspector

Partou Turney Road Day Nursery and Pre-school in Dulwich has been rated ‘Good’ in all activities by Ofsted. In her final report, the inspector observes: “Children are happy and relaxed at this warm, welcoming nursery.” The popular setting has multiple playrooms filled with fun, educational resources to encourage each child’s development. Its large outdoor space features a water pump, sandpit, climbing area and more for the children to explore. The inspector praises Partou Turney Road team member

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