THE Leader of Wirral Council Councillor has officially reopened Partou Oxton Nursery and Pre-school in Birkenhead which has undergone a complete transformation with an investment of over £1 million.

After being welcomed by Partou Managing Director Samantha Rhodes, Councillor Paula Basnett had a guided tour and met children and team members, before cutting the ribbon to celebrate a bright new dawn for the nursery.

Located in a converted villa in the heart of Oxton, the setting features large playrooms filled with exciting activities that inspire early years learning.

Following a full renovation, it now incorporates carefully designed spaces to inspire creativity, exploration and development for all age groups, together with a purpose-built sensory room to support inclusive learning and wellbeing.

Outside, the beautifully landscaped play area offers an assortment of bespoke zones including soft play, mud kitchens, water play and climbing areas.

In addition to the physical changes, the investment has also provided brand new learning resources throughout the nursery.

Samantha Rhodes, Partou Managing Director, said:- “It was fantastic to welcome Councillor Basnett to Partou Oxton to see the results of the refurbishment and cut the ribbon. The investment has allowed us to reimagine every part of the nursery, inside and out. Most importantly, it has enabled us to offer more childcare places to local families, helping to meet growing demand and support even more children in accessing high-quality early years education.”

Councillor Paula Basnett, Leader of Wirral Council, said:- “I’m absolutely delighted to see this fantastic transformation at Partou Oxton Nursery. The investment made here is a real commitment to giving our youngest children the very best start in life. What struck me most during my visit was the care, creativity and attention to detail that has gone into every part of the nursery, from the beautifully designed playrooms to the inclusive sensory spaces and the inspiring outdoor areas. High-quality early years provision is vital for our families and our communities, and it’s wonderful to see a setting like this expanding place, supporting local parents and creating an environment where children can thrive. My thanks to the whole team for their passion and dedication. This is a facility Wirral can be truly proud of.”

Josie Camilleri, Partou Oxton Nursery Manager, said:- “It is incredibly exciting for the children, families and my team to experience the rebirth of our nursery. We are grateful to Councillor Basnett for taking time out of her busy schedule to have a tour, spend time with the team and children, and hear about the huge difference the improvements will make to quality of childcare we provide. It is a day we will all fondly remember.”