The Old Station Day Care Nursery & Pre-school is located in the characteristic and charming train station in Dromore. The spacious rooms with high ceilings are well resourced and equipped to create a fun and stimulating learning environment.
The nursery is within walking distance to Dromore town centre and is very accessible to the A1 carriageway making the commute to work that little bit easier.
After opening in the year 2000 the...
The Old Station Day Care Nursery & Pre-school is located in the characteristic and charming train station in Dromore. The spacious rooms with high ceilings are well resourced and equipped to create a fun and stimulating learning environment.
The nursery is within walking distance to Dromore town centre and is very accessible to the A1 carriageway making the commute to work that little bit easier.
After opening in the year 2000 the nursery has grown from strength to strength and now offers a Junior playgroup, funded pre-school education (Senior Playgroup) and an After-School/summer club.
Emphasis is placed on offering a warm and welcoming environment with the main focus being on providing excellent quality childcare and education. The nursery's ethos is “to create a nurturing, inclusive environment in partnership with parents; where each child can reach their full potential in an environment which is safe, secure, happy, healthy and stimulating".
The Old Station understands that parents find it difficult choosing the most appropriate provision of childcare to suit themselves and their little ones' needs. At The Old Station, it is recognised that every child’s needs are different and the team cater for those individual needs.
Their excellent staff:child ratios, their attentive and caring staff and the high standards maintained within all areas of the nursery enable parents to leave their children feeling happy and content with the care they are receiving.
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The Old Station Day Care Nursery has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.728) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Old Station Day Care Nursery has 46 reviews.
For the last 5 years we have watched our children flourish in the excellent care of the girls at The Old Station. Over the years the nursery has become a 'home from home' and the team there feel like family to our little ones. They have gently encouraged and nurtured each of their wee...
We are gutted our time at The Old Station has come to an end, but would choose them again in a heartbeat!
Thank you so much for this amazing review Kim and thank you for choosing us all those years ago. We will really miss your wee family at The Old Station.
Our daughter has been attending Old Station Nursery for almost three years, and we honestly could not be happier with the care and support she has received. During her time there, she has grown into an amazing, confident and curious little girl, and we feel the nursery has played a huge part in her...
Our daughter has been attending Old Station Nursery for almost three years, and we honestly could not be happier with the care and support she has received. During her time there, she has grown into an amazing, confident and curious little girl, and we feel the nursery has played a huge part in her development-particularly her intellectual development. The staff are wonderful and consistently go above and beyond to support the children, both personally and educationally. The facilities are excellent, and the range of activities gives the children so many opportunities to learn, explore and have fun. The food is also wonderful, which has been a real bonus for us.
Most importantly, everyone at Old Station Nursery is incredibly caring and treats the children as if they were their own. We have always felt that our daughter is safe, happy and genuinely known by the team. We are so grateful to the whole staff for everything they have done for our daughter. We would highly recommend!
Thank you so much for this Chloe. We really appreciate all the lovely things you have said.
Communication from and with staff is exceptional and the app is updated...
Knowing you are leaving your child somewhere they feel comfortable and you know they are safe makes heading back to work so much easier- thank you so much!
Thank you so much for this lovely review. We really appreciate your feedback.
We moved to Dromore, a town where we had no relatives locally. So we required full time nursery care. The Old Station have been absolutely fantastic throughout the last 6 years. They take care of both our kids so well. And always play lots and game, books and activities. All of which are shared on...
We moved to Dromore, a town where we had no relatives locally. So we required full time nursery care. The Old Station have been absolutely fantastic throughout the last 6 years. They take care of both our kids so well. And always play lots and game, books and activities. All of which are shared on the app. Which we love sharing with their grandparents who live a little further away. They never needlessly send a child home. And even go above and beyond when they see an opportunity to help. I couldn't recommend them enough.
Thank you for this lovely review and thank you for choosing us to care for both your children over these past few years. It's lovely hearing feedback like this.
I absolutely LOVE The Old Station Nursery! There is a lot of variety in the activities and they have the learning plans on view where parents can see what their children are learning about during each month. The food is very healthy and nutritious and my son would eat the majority of food prepared...
I absolutely LOVE The Old Station Nursery! There is a lot of variety in the activities and they have the learning plans on view where parents can see what their children are learning about during each month. The food is very healthy and nutritious and my son would eat the majority of food prepared for him. The facilities are excellent and the nursery keep you updated through an app, in which they post up pictures of your child throughout the day, tell you what they have had for lunch etc. All the staff there are so caring for each individual child as though they were their own, I cannot fault them. The management team are brilliant as well, keeping you updated about any special dates coming up or if it is a non-uniform day etc. My son loves going into nursery and he has come on leaps and bounds thanks to the diligent work of the staff there and all the other boys and girls that he interacts with. I will be sorry when he eventually has to leave it.
The information provided prior to settling-in was comprehensive and any questions I had were answered promptly. Email and telephone...
The staff are so friendly and helpful, and really genuinely care about the wellbeing of the children. My daughter is always happy and excited to go off and play when I drop her off in the morning, and I can relax because I know that she is being well looked after. I have complete confidence in the care provided and would gladly send her here again in the future.
The Old Station Nursery is well equipped and staff are great, even other staff that don’t directly care for my daughter know her and are always friendly to me. Their days are well structured and I love how frequent the nursery pal app is updated. I wouldn’t send her anywhere else.
The Old Station Nursery is well equipped and staff are great, even other staff that don’t directly care for my daughter know her and are always friendly to me. Their days are well structured and I love how frequent the nursery pal app is updated. I wouldn’t send her anywhere else.
We moved our little boy to The Old Station Nursery last August due to a change in career. We have loved it since then! The settling-in was great and we got all the information we needed. The staff were so friendly and we felt we could phone or email at any time if we had any questions. The girls in...
We moved our little boy to The Old Station Nursery last August due to a change in career. We have loved it since then! The settling-in was great and we got all the information we needed. The staff were so friendly and we felt we could phone or email at any time if we had any questions. The girls in the toddler room work so well with the children and we saw a huge difference in our son’s development since moving him. We cannot fault any area of The Old Station Nursery and would highly recommend it to others.
My now 11-year-old and 9-year-old both attended The Old Station, and the care they received in their early years was second to none. I had no hesitation therefore in sending my youngest, now 20-months. In these very worrying times, the staff have adapted well to new procedures and restrictions and...
Although, at 20-months, my daughter cannot directly communicate her experience at The Old Station, the excitement when one of the staff collects her at the front door each morning is a very telling sign of how much enjoyment she gets from her days there. Via the 'app' I am constantly receiving updates and photos throughout the day showing the wide range of activities she enjoys.
My children love going to nursery. The staff are welcoming, friendly and provide excellent care. There are lots of activities that offer variety as well as lots of artwork being made and sent home. We are very impressed with the homemade lunches which cater to our children's dietary requirements....
My children love going to nursery. The staff are welcoming, friendly and provide excellent care. There are lots of activities that offer variety as well as lots of artwork being made and sent home. We are very impressed with the homemade lunches which cater to our children's dietary requirements. We get great communication from all staff and management and are kept up to date throughout the day using My Nursery Pal. This also includes photos of our children doing activities. Our children love going and have made great friends. It is reassuring knowing that they are happy while we are at work with staff who care for them like they are their own.
My son has attended for several months now and with the ongoing situation, we felt at real ease with the settling in process. Staff are super friendly and communication is fantastic through the use of nursery Pal app. Our wee man has such a blast and the only problem is trying to get him home.
My son has attended for several months now and with the ongoing situation, we felt at real ease with the settling in process. Staff are super friendly and communication is fantastic through the use of nursery Pal app. Our wee man has such a blast and the only problem is trying to get him home.
My son attends this nursery and is always happy to go to the girls in mornings, he learns so much and they have a great staff to children ratio in the toddler room which he is currently in. The girls who work there are so helpful with any queries I have regarding my son's care or day. I receive...
My son attends this nursery and is always happy to go to the girls in mornings, he learns so much and they have a great staff to children ratio in the toddler room which he is currently in. The girls who work there are so helpful with any queries I have regarding my son's care or day. I receive regular photos on the My Nursery Pal app and I can check in to see how his day is going. I would happily recommend this nursery to any potential parents thinking of sending their children there. They do so many activities during the day and I am so reassured he seems so content to be there.
Excellent staff. Genuinely loving and kind and feel that my kids are in excellent care. Good security, communications with parents and healthy eating promoted as well. Delighted that my toddler was offered a vegetable curry. He always comes home talking about what a good day he had. My 5-year-old...
Excellent staff. Genuinely loving and kind and feel that my kids are in excellent care. Good security, communications with parents and healthy eating promoted as well. Delighted that my toddler was offered a vegetable curry. He always comes home talking about what a good day he had. My 5-year-old was also delighted by the level of care and the amount of crafting she could do. Highly recommended.
What a fantastic, warm and caring atmosphere in this nursery. We have two children attending and they are always happy to go and I know they are treated well. Both have come on developmentally in leaps and bounds. Having them care for our most precious little people in such a loving way makes...
What a fantastic, warm and caring atmosphere in this nursery. We have two children attending and they are always happy to go and I know they are treated well. Both have come on developmentally in leaps and bounds. Having them care for our most precious little people in such a loving way makes leaving them a little easier.
The Old Station have very high standards in their care. They are very approachable and my kids have enjoyed their time here. The curriculum is very well placed and I have watched my children gain many new skills and make new friends.
The Old Station have very high standards in their care. They are very approachable and my kids have enjoyed their time here. The curriculum is very well placed and I have watched my children gain many new skills and make new friends.
I am very happy with the service provided by the Old Station Nursery. The kids love attending the nursery, the staff are very friendly and deal with any queries in a very professional manner.
I am very happy with the service provided by the Old Station Nursery. The kids love attending the nursery, the staff are very friendly and deal with any queries in a very professional manner.
My 2 children joined the Old Station just over a year ago. We have been so happy with everything about the nursery since we joined. The nursery has an atmosphere that feels like a home from home which my children thrive in. Over the last year there has been little or no turnover of staff, which for...
My 2 children joined the Old Station just over a year ago. We have been so happy with everything about the nursery since we joined. The nursery has an atmosphere that feels like a home from home which my children thrive in. Over the last year there has been little or no turnover of staff, which for me is really important and shows that the nursery is well run and treat staff well. It is obvious that all of the staff have a genuine passion for looking after children - everyone who works there knows all of the children's names and take an interest in them, whether they work in that particular room or not. All of the meals are prepared freshly each day and my children love the food. I was a bit nervous about my children starting a new nursery but the transition has been better than I could have hoped. Cannot recommend the Old Station highly enough.
Staff are excellent, our two children attend 2 days a week its such a peace of mind to know they are here. They are cared for like they are family members as are all the children. If there is a problem staff are approachable and caring, you can be assured you will only have to ask once. Nursery Pal...
Staff are excellent, our two children attend 2 days a week its such a peace of mind to know they are here. They are cared for like they are family members as are all the children. If there is a problem staff are approachable and caring, you can be assured you will only have to ask once. Nursery Pal is updated throughout the day, we can click on and check everything is OK. Activities from the baby room to the toddler room are fantastic and receiving the pieces of work which each child has completed, seeing the pride in their faces when they say 'I did that'. Staff support the parents through each stage of child development and also guide parents if needed - potty training each child is individual and loved and cared for in a way that makes me as a mother feel happy to leave my child I have recommended the nursery to everyone I know and will continue to do so as we could not ask for better all meals are cooked fresh in nursery kitchen and are wholesome and delicious and plates are cleaned.
Old Station Nursery has been the nursery we have used since our little girl was 9 months old. We are now planning to send our Newborn baby boy too once I go back to work. The girls are all very caring and genuinely want to help as best they can. They are also very accommodating and are very...
Old Station Nursery has been the nursery we have used since our little girl was 9 months old. We are now planning to send our Newborn baby boy too once I go back to work. The girls are all very caring and genuinely want to help as best they can. They are also very accommodating and are very attentive to our toddler's needs.
Credit must be given to the staff for encouraging her and helping...
All aspects of her care is a credit to a great, dedicated team of staff who provide outstanding care to all the children. I cannot recommend this nursery enough. Thank you to everyone.
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Before opening the Old Station Nursery, I worked as a qualified nurse for 10 years, working with both babies and small children. I then went on to...
Before opening the Old Station Nursery, I worked as a qualified nurse for 10 years, working with both babies and small children. I then went on to complete my BTech in childhood studies, while also working as a classroom assistant for 4 years in a primary school. During the time that I working as a classroom assistant, I became more aware of the need for a good quality daycare nursery in the Dromore area. I took the brave decision of leaving my job as classroom assistant and began working on my new project of opening The Old Station Daycare Nursery which opened in April 2000. Within 9 months of opening the nursery, we saw the need for expansion and obtained a modular building to facilitate the demand and doubled our capacity.
I feel I am well qualified to understand the needs of children and I am able to provide a safe, secure and caring environment in which your child will grow as an individual.
I am also a wife and a mother of two grown up girls and when not running the nursery there is nothing I enjoy more than spending time with my family.
I've worked at the nursery since 2004. I’ve had experience in working in all the rooms and I took up the role of Nursery Manager in 2018. I am also...
I've worked at the nursery since 2004. I’ve had experience in working in all the rooms and I took up the role of Nursery Manager in 2018. I am also the Playgroup Leader of our Senior Playgroup. I enjoy dealing with challenging behaviour and looking at the ways of helping the children to behave appropriately as its very satisfying to see their behaviour improve over time. I really enjoy baking, crafts and messy play with the children because I get to be a big kid each day and also because the children can develop so much from these ranges of activities that are offered in the nursery.
I started working in the nursery back in 2004. I have a cache diploma and have since gained a Level 5 in management. When I started at the nursery I...
I started working in the nursery back in 2004. I have a cache diploma and have since gained a Level 5 in management. When I started at the nursery I started working in the pre-school room and have been here ever since. My aim as Pre-school leader is to prepare the 3 year olds for their move to senior playgroup and to promote independence. Throughout the years I have been promoted into a management role which I really enjoy.
I am one of the original team members and room leader in the toddlers. I started to work alongside Carolyn in 2000 and during my time I have...
I am one of the original team members and room leader in the toddlers. I started to work alongside Carolyn in 2000 and during my time I have successfully completed my level 3 in childcare, the two year old programme and numerous other courses. I am a mother to Bradley who is my pride & joy. The years have flown by and I look forward to many more.
I have worked as part of The Old Station team as Office Administrator since 2017 after completing my degree in Business Studies. I have always been...
I have worked as part of The Old Station team as Office Administrator since 2017 after completing my degree in Business Studies. I have always been part of The Old Station team as this is our family business and have been in the nursery from aged 8 when my mum opened the business in 2000. In my role as office administrator I really enjoy helping developing the business further. More recently I decided to take the leap and work towards gaining my Level 3 in Childcare. This has allowed me to work in the Senior Playgroup in the mornings which I really enjoy. I love my job as I get to do 2 roles every day!
I started working in the Old Station Nursery in September 2004. When I first started working in the nursery I worked with afterschool which I really...
I started working in the Old Station Nursery in September 2004. When I first started working in the nursery I worked with afterschool which I really enjoyed. However, when a position became available for the cook I applied for it and was successful. I was extremely delighted as this allowed me to combine my love for working with the children and also my love for cooking. I now cook all the meals for the children and I like to see the pleasure on their faces when I cook them a tasty, nutritious meal. I really enjoy getting involved with helping the children try new foods and talking to them about the foods that I offer. Before taking up the post as resident cook, I completed my food and hygiene course to comply with environmental health standards. At The Old Station Nursery we are proud to have been awarded with a score of 5 on the Hygiene Rating Scheme every year.
I have worked in The Old Station since 2008. I have an NVQ in childcare. I work with the 3-4 year olds in our Senior Playgroup also known as...
I have worked in The Old Station since 2008. I have an NVQ in childcare. I work with the 3-4 year olds in our Senior Playgroup also known as Pre-school. I really enjoy watching the children develop into their own person and being part of helping to prepare them for the next stage, that being p1. We work together as a team and aim to ensure that we provide our children with every opportunity to enable them to reach their full potential and encourage, support them throughout their time with us.
Sophie is fully qualified.
I have my qualification in Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Children’s care learning and development. I joined The Old Station team in June 2014 and...
I have my qualification in Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Children’s care learning and development. I joined The Old Station team in June 2014 and worked in all areas to gain experience. I have worked in the Toddler room now for 4 years and I really love it. I really enjoy working with children doing arts and crafts.
Janette has been part of the team since the nursery opened in 2000. Janette is a caring mothering figure in our baby room.
Laura has worked in The Old Station since March 2017 when she joined as a Student. She is a valued member of staff who now works in our baby/wobbler rooms. She has an NVQ level 3 in Childcare.
Charlotte is fully qualified.
I have been in the nursery since 2004. I work in afterschool and cover lunches in the mobile. I love working with children and I enjoy doing crafts and I love my job.
I have worked in The Old Station from the first year it opened back in 2000 so I am one of the originals! I work in the baby room and have done for...
I have worked in The Old Station from the first year it opened back in 2000 so I am one of the originals! I work in the baby room and have done for many years. Being a mother and a granny of 7 (still growing) has contributed lots of life experiences to our happy team.
I have been part of the team from November 2012, fresh from A-levels and have loved my experience working here. I am very interested in the health...
I have been part of the team from November 2012, fresh from A-levels and have loved my experience working here. I am very interested in the health care profession and aspire to become a midwife in the future. The experience and skills I have obtained throughout my time in the nursery will aid me when I further my studying. Outside of work my hobbies include babysitting and playing the bagpipes in a competition band. I have an NVQ level 3 in Child care.
This year I will be in the nursery 20 years. I started as a relief member of staff back in 2000 working in all areas and then was offered a Friday on...
This year I will be in the nursery 20 years. I started as a relief member of staff back in 2000 working in all areas and then was offered a Friday on a permanent basis many years ago to work in the Toddler room.. I still do relief hours as and when required as well so you might see me in other rooms.
I have been working in The Old Station nursery since February 2011 when I started as a relief member of staff. I now work full time in the Pre-school...
I have been working in The Old Station nursery since February 2011 when I started as a relief member of staff. I now work full time in the Pre-school room which I love. Over the last few years I have had the opportunity to step into an Acting Room Leader role which I have really enjoyed. I have also stepped into a deputy manager role this year to cover a maternity. Since starting the nursery I have gained my Level 2 and 3 in Child Care.
I started as a student in June 2007 then I became a permanent member of the tea soon after. I worked in after-school at the start and then when the...
I started as a student in June 2007 then I became a permanent member of the tea soon after. I worked in after-school at the start and then when the nursery’s Junior playgroup opened I moved to the mobile to take up a position there. However, after having my own children I came back and decided I would like a change and am now working as the Room Leader in the Baby & Wobbler rooms. I have my NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Childcare and education.
I started in December 2018 and work in the Toddler room as Room Leader.
The Old Station Day Care Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
The Old Station Day Care Nursery is open: Monday 07:15-18:00, Tuesday 07:15-18:00, Wednesday 07:15-18:00, Thursday 07:15-18:00, Friday 07:15-18:00.
The Old Station Day Care Nursery has capacity for a total of 102 Children.
0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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