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Stationhouse Nursery, Portishead
It’s in our nature to nurture
Stationhouse Portishead
Day Nursery & Preschool
Station Road
Portishead
BS20 7BZ
Opening Times:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 – 18:00
To book a tour our Customer Care Team are available during Christmas! Christmas Opening Times
Drop-Off Directions & Parking
Stationhouse Nursery is located at Station Road in Portishead, North Somerset. The nursery is situated near the old Portishead Railway Station site, making it easily recognisable.
The nursery is easily accessible via several commuter links. By car, it is reachable from Bristol via the A369 or the M5 (junction 19), and from Weston-super-Mare via the M5. Regular bus services (X3 and X4) connect Bristol to Portishead, with local stops nearby. Cycling routes and local walking paths also provide good connectivity for nearby residents, making it convenient for both local and commuting families.
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Stationhouse
Founded in 2013, Stationhouse provides Outstanding care and education for children from 3 months to 5 years old in an engaging and nurturing environment. Sister to Lakehouse Nursery, this site was specifically chosen for the large gardens and proximity to the Marina, Library, local shops, and Lake Grounds which are all within walking distance. We are active members of our community, supporting and working with local charities including Portishead in Bloom.
Every child is wonderfully unique, and we are so fortunate to be able to watch them grow, learn and develop each and every day. We strive to ensure that we provide the best environment for children to feel safe, secure, settled and most importantly, happy!
At Stationhouse we have 5 engaging playrooms that are full of wonderful and unusual resources for the children to explore. A large proportion of time is spent outside, whatever the weather, in one of our 6 enclosed gardens. We grow fruit and vegetables in our Meadow, the children develop their climbing skills on our climbing cube and make mud pies in our very own mud kitchen!
We provide all meals, snacks, nappies, creams and sun creams whilst your child is at nursery. We only ask that you bring a couple of changes of clothes (nothing you feel too precious about- learning is often messy work!)
Nursery Facilities
Car Park
We have on-site parking available for easy access and convenience.
Meals & Snacks
We provide healthy meals and snacks as well as fresh water and milk. Our menus are seasonal and are certified by a children’s dietician ensuring the right balance of ingredients for the children. All dietary requirements are catered for by our professional chefs.
Outdoor Garden
Our outdoor space offers an environment to explore and develop and provides a place where imagination comes to life.
Extra Curricular Activities
We provide fun and interactive extra-curricular activities that the children will enjoy and love, this can include Bilingual Beats, which is our ‘Spanish through music’ lesson, French with The Little Language Academy, Playball Sports and more.
Fees & Availability
Nursery fees are dependent on the age of your child and your specific childcare requirements. Funding options are available, including the government’s 15 and 30 hours funded childcare, and we also accept the Government Tax Free Childcare Scheme and childcare vouchers.
To request pricing and availability, please call us or complete the request a call back form below.
How we learn at Stationhouse Nursery
Babies
- Our baby room offers the perfect place to begin your child’s nursery journey
- We offer as many settling in sessions as you and your child need to feel safe and happy in a new environment. This is the start of us building a long-standing relationship with your family, ensuring secure bonds between child and nursery team
- We offer a stimulating environment and a variety of resources for our babies to explore, develop and discover through play
- We promote sensory play from a very young age, helping children to make sense of the world by connecting what they see, hear, smell, touch and feel
- In our reading corner the children have access to a library of books and stories, music, and rhymes introducing early literacy and communication skills
- We promote movement and balance and focus on early wellbeing awareness and relaxation exercises
Toddlers
- Our toddler room is where our toddlers can thrive as they become more independent and curious
- We feel it is important to offer a range of natural resources and provide plenty of messy play opportunities to encourage learning through creative play
- In our library area we have a selection of age-appropriate reading resources to encourage communication and develop language and literacy skills
- We encourage independence and free thinking by allowing the children to choose and lead activities carefully guided by our practitioners
- We promote physical creativity through music and movement which is key in helping to develop children’s fine motor skills
- We continue to promote early wellbeing awareness and relaxation techniques to help our children understand their thoughts and feelings
- Being part of the local community is important and we regularly take part in local events and support local charities
Preschool
- Our preschool room supports ‘school readiness’ through a wide range of quality resources and equipment that promote all areas of the EYFS including maths and literacy
- We embed maths and literacy into everyday routines providing opportunities for letter and number recognition
- We give encouragement and praise to our children inspiring them to investigate and be curious of the world around them
- We promote an inclusive environment where we take part in a variety of cultural and international celebrations
- We work on whole body movements to develop large motor skills, co-ordination, balance, and strength
- We provide a dedicated space for children to learn in small groups allowing focus and concentration as our practitioners deliver activities preparing children for their next step into school
Outdoor Space
- In our garden children can wander, climb, splash, and run in our educationally designed outdoor learning area.
- Our children have access into the garden which is essential for healthy development and wellbeing and our outdoor equipment encourages physical development and challenges
- Our outdoor space allows children to understand and take risks which helps to build their confidence, independence, and eagerness to learn
- Our children are introduced to important life skills and encouraged to try new things through play and exploration, through activities such as role play, water play and investigative play
- We promote a ‘grow your own’ initiative providing spaces in our garden for children to plant their own vegetables, herbs, plants, and flowers
- We use natural materials such as sand and mud to promote discovery and imaginative play
Our Team
Jade Thomas
Joined: 2013
Hi, I’m Jade and I was part of the start up team at Stationhouse in 2013. I started my early years career in 2005 after learning I had a real passion for helping children to achieve and thrive in everything they do. After gaining my level 3 in Early Years and a few years of working in nurseries, I travelled to Mozambique, Africa to fulfil my passion of helping children and adults who don’t have access to the greatest of life opportunities.
I worked in an orphanage, preschool and taught young adults English. In 2017 I graduated from Bath Spa University with a 2:1 in Early Years Education. I am super passionate about my job role here at nursery and believe that if the staff are happy and treated well, the children will become confident, curious and resilient learners. Our motto here is “it’s our nature to nurture” and that is at the core of everything we do.
Silvia Pari
Joined: 2023
Hi! I’m Silvia and I joined Stationhouse family in January 2003 and I fell in love with it.
I am originally from Italy and spent many years volunteering with children and working as a journalist. whilst gaining a degree in Communication and Modern Languages.
I moved to England in 2018 and started working as a nursery assistant. I completed my Level 3 qualification in childcare and after a year I became Deputy Room Leader of their preschool. I’m so passionate about working with children and I always want to provide them all with the best quality care and education.
Our Team
Our nursery has a lovely family feel which makes it a wonderful place for your child to grow, learn and play. We have a passionate team, who aim to create something special and different, ensuring all children are nurtured, cared for, and inspired with their individual needs in mind.
We have a dedicated senior team who support the nursery management in striving for delivering excellence by enriching home from home environments with an expertly trained team.
All staff complete comprehensive training, further developing their knowledge and understanding of children’s development, covering all key aspects in keeping children safe.
We can provide advice and support for all our families on a vast range of topics by pulling together our combined experience.
Food & Nutrition
Our delicious, healthy and nutritious food is sourced from trusted suppliers and prepared and cooked by our onsite chef. All dietary and religious needs are met.
Our experienced team would love to meet you and your little one, so book a visit today and we will show you everything our nursery has to offer during your own personal tour at a time to suit you.
Join us at our next Open Day
Saturday 18th January 2025 (9am-1pm)
Call Back Request
If you would like us to give you a call back at a time which is more convenient for you, please fill in the form below.