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Our enriched curriculum embedded into every nursery

The Old Station Nursery group is here to help you find a day nursery near you that meets yours and your child’s needs, whilst setting all on a path of life-long enjoyment in learning.

What sets The Old Station Nursery apart is our commitment to your child’s education via our bespoke learning curriculum providing the very best in early years education; as well as numerous activities, clubs and an enhanced curriculum including Forest Schools, Organic, Cookery, Languages and Montessori inspired learning in some nurseries.

Our parents want to be reassured that their child is safe, happy and educated so you can work and pursue your career goals happily in the knowledge that your child is receiving the very best in early years childcare.  We commit to the Parent Communication Promise; by providing daily updates on our Parent App and stories on your local Facebook page so your family can see your child’s nursery in action.

Learn more about our enriched curriculum and the difference it could make for your child.

My Happy and Healthy Self

Championing children's holistic health and laying the foundations for a happy, healthy and successful life.

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Wonderful World

Helping the future generation of global citizens to understand the world they live in and to believe they can make a difference.

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Super Steam

Enabling early experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM). Nurturing our next generation of investigators, inventors and innovators.

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Raving Readers

Enticing children to develop a life-long love of books and reading through engaging and interactive storytelling experiences. Building strong literacy skills while sparking imagination and creativity.

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Mini Maths

Engaging children in meaningful mathematical learning. Developing knowledge, building skills and exploring concepts, through purposeful play and plenty of practice.

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Confident Speakers and Communicators

Developing confident communicators by engaging in quality conversations with children every day, in a language rich and communication friendly environment.

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Our promises to every parent, at every local nursery

Parent Communication

Our nursery group is passionate about the link between home and nursery; the nursery experience is just as much about the parent as it is for the child. This nursery commits to verbally updating you about your child’s day at pick-up time and also via digital updates on the parent App. We are here at any time should you wish to call us or want to discuss any area of your child’s care. Our aim is to look after our parents as well as our children, so you can carry on with your day, work and career with a sense of peace.

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Safety & Security

First and foremost, you and we need to know that your child is safe. Before we can deliver the excellent curriculum that makes our nurseries so special, robust policies and procedures are followed to meet the exacting standards of Ofsted, building and fire regulations, food safety standards and staff DBS background checks and references. Our staff are trained in numerous areas and we offer further training opportunities for staff who have an interest in a particular area. For example, some of our nurseries have attained Millie’s Mark, an accreditation gained by having 100% of staff on site trained in paediatric first aid.

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Food

When it’s time to eat, we all sit together with the children – just as you might do at home, as a family. For us, mealtimes are about more than nutritious food (although that is incredibly important). They are a time to swap stories, strengthen bonds, and deepen relationships – to feed your child emotionally and physically, as well as supporting children’s language and communication skills.

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Key Carer

Every child has a nursery key person who knows them best and who will be the child and parent’s main contact. Your key person at our nursery will update you about your child’s day and is there to answer your questions. When your child moves to the next age group room, we hold several settling sessions with a new nursery key person. We encourage our parents to view the new room too and we will work with you to discuss the new routines, just like we did when you first started nursery.

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School Readiness

It is wonderful to nurture and see our children graduate to primary school. Part of the unique offering at our nurseries is our focus on the next stage of your child’s learning journey. We prepare the children through school activities, teacher meet and greets and graduation ceremonies. Our commitment is to support our parents too by providing child learning journey updates, parents evenings or one-to-ones and home link learning kits to enhance the link between nursery and home.

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Extra Curricular Activities

All our nurseries follow the Brighter Learning Approach, our carefully crafted and bespoke version of the Early Years Statutory Framework. This approach ensures that every child receives a well-rounded and enriching experience tailored to their developmental needs. In addition to this, each nursery has the flexibility to incorporate a variety of extra clubs, activities, and enhancements, thoughtfully selected to complement the unique qualities of their environment and the interests of the children. This allows us to create a vibrant, dynamic learning atmosphere that promotes curiosity, creativity, and individual growth.

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Funding

Our nurseries commit to providing a simple fee structure so you can manage your nursery costs. At our settings, we provide private and government-funded sessions for eligible parents. Contact your chosen nursery for further information about fees and funding.

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Proud to be independently reviewed by daynurseries.co.uk

Incredibly friendly and supportive staff, child absolutely loves her time there and can't get enough. Really seen a positive development in our child since starting, a massive increase in confidence and independence, especially with other children. Overall really satisfied with this nursery and everyone involved. We love getting updates through the app as well, seeing her progress each time she goes. Child is incredibly happy when she goes and feels welcome and confident enough to be left there all day.

Our little one really enjoys her days at nursery. Since starting, the staff have made her feel safe and happy and we have seen her really come on developmentally. We get regular daily updates on the app and can see all the fun learning experiences she is exposed to. The staff are extremely approachable and happy to help and answer our queries however they can. Thank you for being such a wonderful team and taking care of our little one so well!

As a parent putting in a child before one, has been anxious however The Old Station Nursery Taplow completely put me at ease. The care and attentiveness towards my son has been nothing short of amazing, the genuine care for my child's well-being and development is truly remarkable. The app keeps you updated regularly with things my son has been doing throughout the day! Would really recommend, from the start management have been responsive to my communications and truly can see they have passion for childcare.

Your childcare questions answered

Have questions? We’ve got answers! Explore our FAQs to find solutions to common queries about our nursery services, curriculum, enrollment process, and more. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Don’t hesitate to contact us – we’re here to help!

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What do the latest funding announcements in March 2023 mean for parents?

Earlier this month (March 2023), the government announced that in the coming years, there will be some additions to the funding available to parents across the UK. They announced that:

  • From April 2024, all working parents of 2-year-olds can access 15 hours per week
  • From September 2024, all working parents of children aged 9 months up to 3-years-old can access 15 hours per week
  • From September 2025, all working parents of children aged 9 months up to 3-years-old can access 30 hours free childcare per week

The government is yet to announce any further detail, however, when they do so, we will be able to share further information about how and when parents may be able to take advantage of these additional funded sessions.

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