Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care Services in Dunnington
Station House Nursery was founded in April 2005 with a vision to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive. Our approach prioritises child-centred learning, fostering curiosity and exploration through meaningful interactions. With a dedicated team of qualified professionals, we maintain a warm, home-from-home atmosphere that prioritises safety and emotional well-being. Our staff undergo rigorous training, including paediatric first aid and safeguarding, ensuring the highest standards of care. We embrace flexible scheduling options to accommodate diverse family needs while maintaining continuity through low staff turnover.The nursery's heritage as a former railway station master's residence adds unique character to our purpose-built facilities. We actively engage parents through regular communication and transparent practices, valuing their insights in supporting each child's development. Our commitment to continuous improvement drives our adoption of innovative educational approaches like the Curiosity Approach and In the Moment Planning. We measure success through the positive feedback from families and the strong community we've built over nearly two decades of service.
Services
Baby Unit
Toddler Unit
Pre-School Unit
Outdoor Learning
Flexible Sessions
Parent Partnerships
Qualified Staff
Settling In Support
Holiday Care
Curriculum Planning
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 19 years of experience in early years education
- Our team maintains 100% paediatric first aid and safeguarding qualifications
- We provide flexible session options including extended hours
- Our low staff turnover ensures consistent care relationships
- We implement innovative educational approaches like the Curiosity Approach
What people say
Warm welcoming atmosphere
Dedicated caring staff
Excellent settling-in process
Beautiful learning environments
Flexible scheduling options
Services
Baby Unit
Our Baby Unit provides specialised care for children aged 2 months to 2 years in a secure, sensory-rich environment. Trained caregivers follow individual routines for feeding, sleeping, and development while promoting early milestones through play-based learning. The space features age-appropriate resources and designated quiet areas for rest and bonding.
Toddler Unit
Designed for 2-3 year olds, our Toddler Unit balances structured activities with free exploration to support emerging independence. Staff facilitate social skills development through group play while maintaining a safe environment for physical growth. The curriculum introduces early literacy and numeracy concepts through engaging, hands-on experiences.
Pre-School Unit
Our Pre-School Unit prepares 3-5 year olds for formal education through a blend of child-led and adult-guided learning. The space offers designated areas for creative arts, construction, and literacy development. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework while incorporating the Curiosity Approach to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Outdoor Learning
The Great Outdoors provision supports holistic development through natural exploration and physical challenges. Children access age-appropriate play equipment, gardening areas, and sensory trails that promote motor skills and environmental awareness. Outdoor sessions occur daily with weather-appropriate clothing provisions for all seasons.
Flexible Sessions
We offer adaptable childcare solutions including full-day, half-day, and term-time-only options. Parents can arrange ad-hoc sessions subject to availability while maintaining core attendance patterns. Our approach accommodates shift workers and varying family schedules without minimum session requirements, prioritising each child's settling-in process.
People
Helen
Manager/Owner
Helen established Station House Nursery in 2005 after managing local day nurseries. A mother of two, she brings personal and professional experience to childcare provision. She leads staff training and development while maintaining daily operational oversight, ensuring the nursery reflects her original vision for quality early years education.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We accept children from 2 months to 5 years, with registration available for children up to 11 years for after-school care.
Are your staff qualified?
All staff hold paediatric first aid qualifications and complete regular safeguarding training. Many team members have NNEB, BTEC, or NVQ qualifications in childcare.
What are your opening hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 7:30am-6:30pm, 51 weeks a year excluding bank holidays and Christmas week.
Do you offer flexible childcare options?
Yes, we provide full-day, half-day, school-day, and custom sessions to accommodate varying family needs and work patterns.
How do you support children's learning?
We use the Curiosity Approach and In the Moment Planning within the EYFS framework, focusing on child-led exploration and meaningful adult interactions.
What outdoor facilities do you have?
Our outdoor space includes age-appropriate play equipment, sensory gardens, and natural exploration areas that support physical development and environmental learning.
