The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive
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Open all year round
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Open 7.30am - 6.30pm
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Outdoor learning
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Early start
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A home-from-home nursery setting at The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive
Nestled in a cosy residential area near Imjin Barracks, The Old Station Nursery Mottershead is dedicated to creating a warm and inviting environment where children aged 0-4 start their early years education.
With a ‘home from home’ environment, toddlers and Pre-Schoolers receive tailored care from qualified and passionate Nursery Practitioners who are at the heart of our nursery family. Rooms are split depending on age group, meeting the developmental needs of each child, encouraging them to flourish at their own pace.
We place a strong emphasis on supporting children as they progress in their learning, helping them develop the skills and confidence needed for the exciting transition into primary school. Through engaging activities and personalised learning experiences, we ensure that each child is well-equipped for the next stage of their educational journey.
Our outdoor learning area consists of three separated spaces that provide a mixture of surfaces, play equipment, resources and activities for all children to explore, including our very own ‘Buggingham Palace’. Book a personal nursery tour today to experience our exceptional facilities first-hand and see how our spaces can enrich your child’s learning.
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The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive, 54-56 Mottershead Drive, Innsworth, Gloucester, GL3 1EH 
Opening times:
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Full day - 8am to 6pm
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- 8am to 1pm
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- 1pm to 6pm
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Early start / late finish
- 7:30am / 8am or 6pm / 6:30pm
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The Old Station Nursery, located at the end of Mottershead Drive near Innsworth Primary School, offers convenient access for families with two dedicated parent parking spaces and plenty of on-street parking. -
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Our enriched curriculum embedded into every nursery
The Brighter Learning Approach (BLA) is unique to The Old Station Nursery group and is our advanced approach to the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and core pedagogy. It differs from traditional nursery teaching methods by providing real-life opportunities to enhance children’s natural curiosity, with emphasis on hands-on experiences, child-led learning, and whole development.
The six core areas promote active engagement and critical thinking whilst encouraging exploration, creativity, and collaboration. Each child learns at their own pace and is challenged and extended at appropriate times.
The best place to see the BLA in action is via our local nursery Facebook page, where each post explains which part of the curriculum the children are working on. Our parents also receive updates on the Parent App too.
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.
Learn MoreClubs and enhancements at The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive
At our Mottershead Drive nursery, activities are conducted both indoors and outdoors, making full use of the large outdoor areas. During your nursery tour, you’ll see these activities in action and learn more about the benefits they offer for your child’s learning and development.
Throughout the week, we offer various extra clubs that enhance our Brighter Learning Approach, a unique adaptation of the Early Years Statutory Framework.
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Cooking at Mottershead Dr, Innsworth nursery
Children are immersed into the exciting world of cooking at The Old Station Nursery. They learn fundamental skills such as measuring ingredients, mixing different flavours and textures, and following easy step-by-step recipes with the guidance of our Nursery Practitioners. From baking cookies to preparing healthy snacks, children gain confidence in their abilities and develop a lifelong appreciation for cooking and nutrition.
With the aid of a ‘cool touch’ oven, child-safe equipment and the children’s chef’s hats and aprons we follow a set curriculum to learn about the joys of cooking.
Budding Musicians
Budding Musicians at Mottershead Dr, Innsworth nursery
Budding musicians can explore different instruments at our children’s nursery, as well as enjoying rhythmic games, and participating in interactive sing-along sessions. They’ll discover the joy of creating melodies, understanding beats, and expressing themselves through music. Each activity is carefully crafted to inspire a love for music and develop their auditory skills in a fun and engaging environment.
Budding Gardeners
Budding Gardeners at Mottershead Dr, Innsworth nursery
At The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive, our Budding Gardeners actively care for vegetable patches within the outdoor nature area.
They participate in planting seeds, sampling a variety of fresh vegetables, and discovering the marvels of growth. Beyond gardening, we emphasise environmental responsibility and teach children about our wonderful world through fun and engaging outdoor experiences.
Budding Movers
Budding Movers at Mottershead Dr, Innsworth nursery
At Mottershead Drive Nursery, Budding Movers thrive in Boogie Beats, a dynamic dance class adored by both children and staff. This interactive session blends music and movement with educational elements, fostering coordination and boosting confidence amongst the little ones.
Budding Scientists
Budding Scientists at Mottershead Dr, Innsworth nursery
At Mottershead Drive Nursery, children enjoy exploring materials, solving problems, and learning about what it’s like to be a Budding Scientist. We encourage them to ask questions, nurturing their natural curiosity and preparing them for a lifetime of learning.
Budding Artists
Budding Artists at Mottershead Dr, Innsworth nursery
At The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive, Budding Artists are encouraged to explore their creativity through our dedicated Creativity Club.
The club provides children with opportunities to express themselves artistically through activities such as painting, drawing, and crafts.
With a host of resources available, children are encouraged to experiment with colours and textures, and create imaginative masterpieces that showcase their unique talents.
Our promises at The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive
Parent Communication
Our nursery group is passionate about the link between home and nursery; the nursery experience is as much about the parent as it is for the child.
The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive commits to verbally updating you about your child’s day at pick-up time and 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. We aim 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.
Safety First, Safety Always
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 main entrance door features a lock that cannot be accessed from outside, and an additional chain that provides enhanced security. We have strict collection policies and procedures in place, including a senior staff member stationing the door to oversee morning drop-offs and the use of passwords, to ensure the safe and authorised pickup of children.
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.
Nursery Mealtimes
At The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive, our in-house cook prepares freshly made, nutritious meals tailored to children’s allergies and dietary needs.
We offer three delicious meals daily, along with healthy snacks and homemade desserts. Our rotating menu changes every three weeks, ensuring variety and seasonal updates, supported by our 5-star Food Hygiene Rating.
Key Person
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.
Next Stop School
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.
When our children leave us in June, July, August and September the term before joining primary school, each family will receive a £30 Clarks voucher to help towards your child’s first pair of school shoes. It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of our nursery family.
Nursery Activities
All our nurseries follow the Brighter Learning Approach, our bespoke version of the Early Years Statutory Framework. Within this, each nursery chooses extra clubs, activities, and enhancements suitable for their space.
The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive enjoys multiple clubs including Budding Gardeners, Budding Movers, Budding Scientists and Budding Artists. We also hold open days where parents and carers are encouraged to come along and meet other parents to build their own personal friendships and networks ahead of primary school.
Fees and Funding
The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive commits to providing a simple fee structure so you can manage your nursery costs.
At this nursery, we provide private and government-funded sessions for eligible parents. Contact us for the nursery fee that is correct for your individual circumstances.
A room for every stage of your child’s development
Our Baby Room at The Old Station Nursery offers a nurturing environment for our youngest learners. Designed to stimulate curiosity and sensory exploration, this room helps babies transition smoothly from home to nursery. With soft play equipment and a variety of developmental toys, we closely follow each baby’s individual routines to ensure they feel secure and supported.
Toddler Room
Pre-School Room
What our Mottershead Drive nursery Manager says
“We are a small, friendly nursery with a great team. Bursting with opportunities to give each child the opportunity to find their own unique natural talents and interests.”
Chloe Wigley, Nursery Manager at The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive
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