Train Station Day Nursery

50-52 Blackburn Street, Radcliffe, Manchester M26 1WS
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9.9 91 Reviews
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Train Station Day Nursery is a purpose-built nursery in Radcliffe, built with the care and development of children as highest priority. Built into a modern bright and inspiring day nursery with ample parking, the nursery is sure to be the right choice for you and your child.

Train Station Day Nursery offers excellent facilities. Each room creates an environment that has been designed with a focus on the unique needs of children.
There are a number of additional features that enhance Train Station's nursery facilities including a Sensory Theatre and a large indoor adventure play area, designed especially for their older children and not forgetting their babies and toddlers, they have a purpose designed soft play area.

To complement their facilities, they also have an imaginative toy town, where their children's imagination has no boundaries, an area for parents to relax and have refreshments while visiting, and ample parking and drop-off zones.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Danielle Aitken (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 150

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Funding & Fees

  • Basic day (09:00-16:00): £55.50 per day
    Extended day (08:00-17:30): £305.00 per week, £64.00 per day
    Early bird (07:30-08:00): £4.00 per day
    Night Owl (17:30-18:00): £4.00 per day
    £40.00 per session (Minimum of 2 sessions) 08:00-12:30 (lunch included) 13:00-17:30 (tea included)

  • FREE Nursery Education Grant places.
    FREE funded 2, 3 and 4 year old places.
    30 HOUR funded places available for working parents of 9 months to 4 years (subject to eligibility).

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • Car parking available

Train Station Day Nursery Reviews (91)

9.9

Train Station Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.851) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Train Station Day Nursery has 91 reviews.

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Review from Danielle H (Father of Child) published on 4 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My first child went to this Nursery 10 years ago and now my second child. I didn’t think twice about my decision when it came to my child starting Nursery. All staff are amazing in all aspects! Couldn’t recommend them enough!
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your amazing review! We are so happy you chose our setting again for your second child!
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending the nursery since Sept, all the staff are amazing and made her transition very easy for her. Her speech and learning have come on a lot more since being at nursery and she always looks forward to her time in the nursery, waving me off before I leave and not the other way
around, which gives me confidence in the staff.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your amazing review! We are glad to hear how happy your child is and the progress she has made!
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Review from Natalie A (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very welcoming on every arrival and always have time for any questions or queries that a parent may have. It's always very well-cleaned and maintained, always activities are always shown on the TV as you walk into the nursery. My child absolutely loves going here and has learned so much thanks
to the staff who are loving, caring patient and get to know each child.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your amazing review! It is our pleasure to start your little one on their nursery journey!
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Review from B H (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended this nursery from 9 months old; one back in 2016 and my youngest is there now. The staff are amazing, communication is fabulous and she comes out every day with a huge smile on her face. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone!
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your amazing review! We love that your child is so happy here!
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Review from Nicholas H (Father of Child) published on 3 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, my daughter loves going to it, such a shame it's her last year. She gets on so well with all the staff, couldn't fault the nursery in any way. Would 100% recommend it to anyone thinking of sending their child there, they would be more than happy to know their children are in safe hands.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, we will be sad to see your daughter leave.
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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 2 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl started Train Station Day Nursery not long after her first Birthday. I cannot thank the team enough for all their efforts and support. My little girl's confidence has progressed so much and she has smashed each of her milestones. We will all be sad to leave Train Station behind. If we
could take you all with us to our new house, we would! I literally cannot speak highly enough of everyone. I would 100% recommend to friends and family.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review! It has been our pleasure to care for your daughter! We hope the move went well and wish you all the very best!
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Review from C E (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Train Station Nursery has been a blessing when it comes to my little boy's development. Starting just after his first birthday he has come on leaps and bounds with the fabulous staff and their support to keep him learning. Going back to work full time it’s always a worry that he won’t enjoy it but it
couldn’t be further from the truth. He likes all the staff and if I mention going to nursery he goes to the door ready to see his favourite people. I really appreciated the stay and play session at Halloween too as it allowed me to experience some of what my little one gets to do on a daily basis.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you so much for the lovely review, it is our pleasure to care for your little one.
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Review from Chelsey D (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’ve had nothing but positive experiences with the nursery. The staff are very friendly and are always there to help. I feel very comfortable leaving my son in their care, something I thought I would never feel comfortable with but they have made me feel confident and at ease. They are there to support
not only my son but me as well, they want to see him succeed and meet his milestones. Thank you.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, your little one is a delight to care for.
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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has now been at Train Station Day Nursery since October 2021 when he was 7 months old. I was amazed at how at ease the staff made me feel with the regular updates definitely made a difference in helping me feel better about being away from him. Since then he has thrived under the staff
there. He has a little friendship group which is so lovely to see. They've helped me with things like weaning which as a 1st time was mum was daunting and they continue to offer support with the new challenges you face as they get bigger. Always backing decisions and helping along, like taking his dummy from him, the nursery was very supportive. The Manager and all the staff go above and beyond. He loves going, he is spoken about so highly by all the staff who look after him and spend time with him. Very happy with my choice and look forward to seeing the rest of his journey with Train Station
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, your son is a delight to care for.
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Review from Pippa C (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Train Station is a wonderful nursery. Our daughter attended from 11 months until she started school and always loved it so it was an easy choice for us to send our son here as well.
Little man is so happy at nursery. We see lots of photos of him smiling and having a great time. The staff are all warm
and welcoming, and he seems genuinely happy to see them in the mornings.
We get regular updates on his progress, and through the app, we can see what he has been doing. At his last progress report, we asked for support in getting him to try new foods and we've already seen a huge improvement. We're really happy with the progress he has been making at Train Station.
The facilities are excellent and always clean. Our daughter still talks about toy town now! I always feel confident that any equipment used will be well maintained, and that he is getting access to lots of different experiences.
I really can't recommend Train Station enough.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your amazing review, it is our pleasure to care for your children - I still enjoy my cuddles with little Miss in a morning!
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Review from J H (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since starting nursery, my son's progress has really taken off. He learnt to walk and is now learning to talk with the support from staff. We get regular updates on the app, including pictures, and staff are quick to respond to messages. My son runs in and enjoys his time there. Staff have made the
effort to get to know him and his likes/dislikes. I really recommend Train Station as a nursery provider.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, it is our pleasure to start your little one on his nursery journey!
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Review from Sasha B (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery for around 3 years now, starting when he was 8 months old. As a mum, it’s really hard to leave your child in the care of someone else when you have to return to work and the nursery has been nothing short of amazing.
The management are fantastic! All of the staff
are so friendly and helpful and my little boy adores them all! He has the best time at nursery, has made so many friends and his progress and development have been incredible which is largely down to the support of the staff.
I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone needing care for their children.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, it has been our pleasure watching your child grow.
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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Train Station Day Nursery has provided an excellent service to my twins. They're incredibly accommodating and have provided wonderful care to both twins, one of which has complicated health issues. The staff are approachable, helpful, caring and all-round wonderful people. I can't recommend highly enough.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, it has been our pleasure to care and nurture the twins.
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Review from Mark J (Foster Parent of Child) published on 22 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A warm and welcoming place. The staff fosters growth and development in children. Parents are kept fully informed of their child's progress in many areas. The Train Station Day Nursery have very pleasant staff and makes parents feel at ease. A wonderful place for little ones.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, I hope our paths cross again.
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Review from Sarah R (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What can I say? Amazing nursery!
My daughter started this nursery as a very timid child with multiple developmental delays.
In a short time, the amazing staff at this nursery have really supported us and my daughter is now doing fantastic! Her speech and her confidence are shining through! She has
lots of lovely friends and she really enjoys going to nursery every day!
The nursery itself is very impressive, with various activities to do every day and it is such a warm and welcoming place for parents as well as little ones. My daughter often comes out and tells me she had a wonderful time! She is very settled and very happy there, something I’ve noticed with many other children during drops-off and pick-ups!
The staff are always available if I have anything I would like to talk about! Nothing is ever too much trouble!
I would absolutely recommend to everyone!
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your amazing review! It has been our absolute pleasure to care for your daughter.
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Review from Gail R (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started here in September and she absolutely loves going, the staff are fantastic they go out of their way to let you know how many times they change their nappy what they have had to eat and how long they have been asleep, I would definitely recommend this nursery x
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear how happy you are.
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Review from Kassey H (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are super friendly and focused solely on the children and their needs. They go above and beyond for each child individually and since my daughter has been there, she has come on so much! Couldn’t have sent her to a better nursery!
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear how happy you are.
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Review from Becky H (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my little boy has started nursery he has come on so much, he really loves going and talks about his key workers a lot at home. My little boy is due to leave in July but I will definitely be sending my little girl here. They always go above and beyond to have the children as they have done with
my little boy.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear how happy you are.
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Review from Jessica W (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What an amazing place for my child to attend. This nursery supports my child in every aspect of his needs, ability and care. My child is so happy to attend this nursery and is always so happy when he comes home. He gets to do all his favourite things and is encouraged to try new things and has the support
of staff to be able to learn new things and get a wide variety of things to enjoy. As a parent of only one child, I didn't really know the processes of things but with the support of this nursery every step I am informed of any information needed to help my child at home and at nursery. The staff are friendly and nothing is too much trouble. I highly recommend this nursery.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear how happy you are.
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Review from Sophie L (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding nursery! All staff are incredibly welcoming and friendly. The decor is intriguing and colourful. Each room has its own outside space; all get to have time in the nursery's little play gym. They helped settle my boy in really well and he absolutely loves attending! They all work really hard.
Highly recommend.
Reply from Julie Shepley, Nursery Manager at Train Station Day Nursery
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.851)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.851) out of 10 for Train Station Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.951 for Train Station Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (309 Excellents x 5) + (14 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 324 Ratings = 4.951
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Train Station Day Nursery is based on 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 150 number of registered child places is 30. 27 Positive Reviews ÷ 30 = 0.9
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Danielle

Danielle Aitken

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2016

Hi, my name is Danielle, I have been part of the Kids Zone family for 8 years. I am extremely passionate that the children in our care have the very best nursery experience we can offer, I have a wonderful team that ensures the children reach their potential and enjoy every day in our care.

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