Choochoos Day Nursery Dover is the perfect setting for parents looking for a happy and engaging learning environment, nestled next to the scenic river Dour. Located in River, in the outskirts of Dover, the nursery is surrounded by beautiful countryside, inspiring the free-flow outdoor environment. Formerly a doctor’s surgery, it has two open-plan ground floor rooms.
The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such...
Funding & Fees
Full Day Session £66.20 (Over 3)
We're making childcare more accessible to families:
* Part & fully funded places available
A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place. Exact days of attendance should be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability.
Contact Choochoos Day Nursery Dover to get a personalised quote:
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
- Open all year
- Full Day Care
- Sessional Care
Group/Owner
- The Old Station Nursery
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Hayley Simpson (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 14
Total Places for Children
- 51
Age Range
- from 0 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
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 & 2 weeks at Christmas
Parking
- The nursery has free parking and a safe drop off area.
Choochoos Day Nursery Dover Reviews (43)
Choochoos Day Nursery Dover has a Review Score of 10 (9.970) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Choochoos Day Nursery Dover has 43 reviews.
I wish I could select more than 5 stars.
I don't think anything I say would do this nursery any justice. They are just simply incredible. .
It's hard leaving your baby when you have to go back to work- but everyone at ChooChoos was just so lovely and made me feel so reassured.
The staff are sensational. My son has thrived since starting at ChooChoos. I can't thank you enough for what you do every single day for him.
I can't fault anything, the food, the rooms, the garden - 10/10.
I would recommend ChooChoos to anyone.
We are delighted to read that you are happy with your experience at our setting and that your son has thrived since starting with us. The team will be so pleased to know that their care and reassurance, along with the environment and meals we provide, have made such a positive difference for your family. Thank you for recommending our nursery.
Choo choos is such an amazing nursery. Such lovely staff and very inclusive with every child and parent. With a child with SEND needs they are absolutely amazing with dealing and helping with each and every need and is met every single time. Putting my child into this nursery was one of the best decisions I had made. The nursery is such a lovely little setting and such a friendly environment too.
We are delighted to read that you have had such a positive experience at our setting and that you feel supported by the care and inclusivity shown by our team. It is lovely to know that the environment we provide has made such a difference for your child and family.
My son has been with Choo Choos for just under a year. They have been fully supportive of his physical needs incorporating his therapy within his daily routine and enabling my son to explore, play and join in activities with all his peers.
They keep me up to date at handover. He loves to play in the garden and loves his messy play. My son loves the variety of food and makes sure he doesn't leave any in the bowl.
The staff are very friendly, approachable and will help wherever they can. Thanks to all the team for looking after him.
We are delighted to read that your son is enjoying his time with us, from the garden and messy play to mealtimes. It is fantastic that our team's support and incorporation of his therapy has helped him join in with all his peers. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, and we are so glad he is happy and thriving with us.
My impression of this nursery has been positive from the moment I first made contact. The nursery has been very responsive by email as well as on the phone. During our initial tour, we were extremely impressed with the facilities, especially the garden. Our son has just had his first 1st settle in session and he was completely comfortable with the proactiveness. I am confident we have made the right decision sending our 2-year-old to this setting.
We are so pleased that your experience has been positive and that your son has been comfortable settling in. We are delighted to welcome your family and look forward to supporting his learning journey.
From the time I started looking for a nursery for my daughter the staff engaged with me well until my daughter started school. My daughter has been happy throughout all her sessions. Choochoos has become her second home and as a mother I am grateful because I know she is in good hands.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased to read how our nursery has begun to feel like a second home for your daughter. It's a pleasure supporting her journey, and we are grateful for your trust throughout her time with us.
We really appreciate the efforts taken by Choochoos Day Nursery. Staff making my son's nursery experience a wonderful one. Specially preparing him for a smooth transition to school. Thank you Choochoos.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased your son has enjoyed his time at Choochoos and that our team have helped prepare him for a smooth and happy transition to school.
My child has grown so much as a person since attending Choochoos. Her keyworker knows her so well and has given her the best support. The rest of the adults have shown her so much warmth and nurture and she always speaks so highly of everyone. Thank you for all you have done for her.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear how much your daughter has grown and thrived at Choochoos, and that she's felt so supported, nurtured and cared for by her keyworker and the whole team.
Staff are fantastic, the place is always clean the food choices are great.
They have extra curricular come in and take extra classes ie dancing and little kickers.
My girls are out in the garden as much as possible which is great to.
Staff are always really warm helpful.
We're delighted to hear how much your twins enjoy their time with us - and that you do too! It's wonderful to know you value the warm, supportive staff, the variety of activities from dancing to Little Kickers, and the time spent outdoors in the garden.
Daughter feels comfortable & happy here. We also feel comfortable sending her here and trust she will be looked after very well and cared for.
Thank you for your review. We are so pleased you feel comfortable sending your daughter to nursery and that she is well looked after.
From personal experience I cannot recommend Choochoos Day Nursery enough. Fantastic staff and incredibly approachable and friendly. They have been instrumental in our daughters development.
We are delighted to read how happy you have been at our setting. The team takes pride in making children feel welcome and ensuring their individual interests are catered to to support their development. Thank you for your recommendation.
My daughter has developed so much in the friendly supportive environment. The staff have been amazing with her and I'd recommend ChooChoos to anyone!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. The team will be thrilled to know that they have had such a positive impact on your daughter's first steps in education.
My daughter has made so much progress since joining Choochoos. She is so much more confident and sociable. She talks about what she has learnt and uses the skills she's learnt there at home. She has a great bond with the key adults. I would highly recommend them.
Thank you so much for recommending our nursery. It is lovely to read how your daughter's confidence and independence have grown since joining us, and that she has learned and developed new skills.
Dover ChooChoos is an amazing nursery. As soon as I walked in with my twins for their settling in session, the team were instantly friendly, approachable and I could sense straight away that they genuinely care about the kids in their setting. The communication from staff on the app is so helpful and I can see what they have eaten, how much, any naps, whether they have had a nappy change and a little snapshot of them interacting with their environment. The staff always do a friendly handover and my 3 year olds are thriving.
We're so glad you felt a warm welcome from the start and that your twins are thriving with us. We understand the importance of communication, so it's great to know the app updates and handovers help you feel connected.
My daughter eagerly looks forward to nursery mornings, thanks to the nurturing environment created by the team. The use of the app to provide updates on my daughter's activities is so reassuring. The team are so good at keeping me informed about my daughter's happiness and well-being. Communication is outstanding.
We've witnessed a noticeable improvement in my daughter's socialisation skills and fine motor skills. It's amazing to see her growth, both in character and abilities, and it is evident that the nursery plays a significant role in her development.
Thank you to the whole team!
We are so happy to read that your daughter has had such a positive experience with us and that the team's dedication and hard work have made the transition so smooth. It's fantastic to know you're seeing great progress in her socialisation and motor skills. Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a detailed review.
Great playschool and loverly staff and have a lot to offer great value for money My grandchild has been very welcomed and was happy to go off on her own with no worries she has settled in very well and and is very excited to go to playschool
We're so happy to hear your granddaughter has settled in well and enjoys coming to nursery. Thank you for leaving us a review.
My little one started here in early Jan this year, she went straight into the bigger room and she absolute loves it! The staff are fantastic, I have confidence in their ability as an educational provider but also feel that the environment is safe and secure. The team are welcoming, professional and friendly. The activities provided both inside and outside have allowed my child to show real development socially which is fantastic. I would highly recommend Choo Choos.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear how much your little one is enjoying their time at ChooChoos and that you feel confident in our team and environment. It's wonderful to know the activities are supporting their social development. We really appreciate your kind words and recommendation!
ChooChoos Dover has been an incredible nursery for our twin children over the past few years. The team has always been so supportive, caring, and welcoming, creating a wonderful environment for the little ones to learn and grow. We've seen first-hand how much effort they put into making every child feel safe, happy, and nurtured. If anyone is looking for a nursery they can truly trust, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend ChooChoos - they've been fantastic for our family.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that your twins have had such a positive experience at ChooChoos Dover. Creating a supportive and nurturing environment is so important to us, and it's lovely to know it has made a difference for your family.
Choochoos is an amazing nursery. They have done an amazing job on helping my daughter that used to struggle with her Speach. My daughters been with choochoos since 2023. We love all the nursery practitioners there. We would highly recommend choochoos.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear how much progress your daughter has made with her speech and that you've had such a positive experience with our team.
I viewed 3 different nurseries in Dover and Choo Choos was definitely the best choice for my 2 year old that had never been in a nursery setting before. It had all of the practical things you'd want - times suited around work, parking, outdoor space, on-site cooked meals but overall it was the warm, welcoming home from home atmosphere that made my decision really easy. It was evident the children were really happy to be there and they were being nurtured and encouraged in all aspects. My daughter has been going now for 2 mornings a week since January and the progress she has made with her speech and confidence has been amazing to see as she's always taken a while to warm up to new people but the team have been so patient and are all so friendly. I would 100% recommend!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so pleased that you felt ChooChoos Dover was the right choice for your little one and that our warm, welcoming environment made the decision easier. It's fantastic to hear how much progress your daughter has made in confidence and speech-we know how important those early steps are!
My child has always settled so well at Choochoos Day Nursery and enjoys his time there. He has developed so well and we always have no qualms that he is well cared for. The staff are caring and professional. We will be sad when it's time for him to leave.
It is lovely to read how well your son has developed since attending our setting. Thank you for sharing your experience.
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News (14) & Events (0)
- Posted: Monday 27 Apr 2026We are delighted to share that The Old Station Nursery has once again been recognised as one of the Top 20 Nursery Groups in the UK by Daynurseries.co.uk for 2026....
- Posted: Wednesday 08 Apr 2026Our 1-minute school-readiness check-in, created by Early Years (EYFS) professionals, gives you a helpful snapshot of how prepared your child is to start school. Once you’ve completed it, we’ll send...
- Posted: Wednesday 17 Dec 2025The Old Station Nursery is proud to announce that it has raised £11,971 for Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity during the first year of its official charity partnership, strengthening connections across...
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Awards / Recognitions (6)
- Recipient: The Old Station NurseryDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: The Old Station NurseryDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
- Recipient: The Old Station NurseryDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
Meet the Team (1)
Hi! I'm Hayley and I'm the Nursery Manager here at Choochoos Day Nursery Canterbury. I also am qualified for Level 3 in Childcare.
Our highly qualified and experienced team of practitioners ensure children cherish their time at nursery, making the most of our stunning outdoor learning environment
We look forward to welcoming you to our nursery!
Frequently Asked Questions about Choochoos Day Nursery Dover
What is the Age Range of Children that Choochoos Day Nursery Dover accepts?
Choochoos Day Nursery Dover accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Choochoos Day Nursery Dover Open?
Choochoos Day Nursery Dover is open: 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.
How many Children does Choochoos Day Nursery Dover have capacity for?
Choochoos Day Nursery Dover has capacity for a total of 51 Children.
How far is Choochoos Day Nursery Dover to the centre of Dover?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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