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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East Midlands](/search?region=East+Midlands) 4. The Railway Children Playgroup # The Railway Children Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2021) · 1a Duncroft Avenue, Gedling, Nottingham, NG4 3FY · Nottinghamshire Number of places 32 places Age range 2–3 yrs Last inspected Sept 2021 Local authority Nottinghamshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Railway Children's Day Nursery, located in a rural setting, has been serving its community for over two decades. The nursery prides itself on offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to flourish. Their approach is child-centred, with experiences thoughtfully planned to align with each child's individual interests and developmental needs. A dedicated and caring team ensures that every child feels secure, supported, and valued within the nursery. The nursery has cultivated a reputation for its warmth, high-quality care, and strong sense of community, making it a trusted choice for families in the region. They invite new families to join their community to experience a fulfilling journey of learning and growth. Our ethos We take a child-centred approach to learning, thoughtfully planning experiences that reflect each child’s unique interests and developmental needs. Our dedicated and caring team ensures every child feels safe, supported, and truly valued. What it's like Children show positive relationships with their peers and staff. They are happy to involve staff in their play and demonstrate strong imaginative skills, developing their knowledge and physical abilities. They also take calculated risks in their play. Child-centred approach Nurturing environment Community focused 20+ years experience ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.railwaychildrensdaynursery.co.uk/contact/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 8am to 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Railway Children Playgroup Last inspected 2 September 2021 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children show positive relationships with their peers and staff. They are happy to involve staff in their play and demonstrate strong imaginative skills, developing their knowledge and physical abilities. They also take calculated risks in their play. Inspector highlights - Children show positive relationships with their peers and staff. - Staff use their good knowledge of children to help provide opportunities to enhance the experiences children receive at home. - The special educational needs coordinator supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) very well. - The manager and staff develop good partnerships with parents. - The manager and staff support children to be emotionally ready for their move on to school. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen staff's ability to recognise when to introduce language to support children's understanding consistently. Inspection #10194182 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170130) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Railway Children Playgroup Inspection date Sept 2021 Inspection no. 10194182 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170130)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY561383) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.railwaychildrensdaynursery.co.uk/about-us/) 1a Duncroft Avenue, Gedling, Nottingham, NG4 3FY Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 8am to 6pm. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-railway-children-playgroup-ng4-3fy-ey561383) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > have a close relationship with staff Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) very well. She attends relevant training courses that help to increase her confidence and knowledge of how to support children with SEND. She works closely with parents and other professionals to plan targets to support children's individual needs. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. Inspection history Most recent inspection 2 September 2021 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170130) ## Frequently asked about The Railway Children Playgroup ### How many children attend The Railway Children Playgroup? ### What are the opening hours at The Railway Children Playgroup? ### Does The Railway Children Playgroup have an Ofsted rating? ### What outdoor space does The Railway Children Playgroup use? ### How does The Railway Children Playgroup support children with SEND? ### When was The Railway Children Playgroup established? ## About the setting The Railway Children Playgroup re-registered in 2018 and is in Gedling, Nottingham. The playgroup employs eight members of childcare staff, six of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and two at level 2. The playgroup opens from Monday to Friday all year round from 8am to 6pm and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY561383 Registered person The Railway Children (Gedling) Committee Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ## Nearby day nurseries in Nottingham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Railway Children Playgroup. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Carlton and Gedling Day Nursery Nottingham · NG4 3FD 4.1(14 reviews) ](/nursery/carlton-and-gedling-day-nursery-ng4-3fd-253188) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Good Foundations Day Nursery Nottingham · NG4 3AR 4.5(12 reviews) ](/nursery/good-foundations-day-nursery-ng4-3ar-253236) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Kids Planet Gedling Nottingham · NG4 4AD ](/nursery/kids-planet-gedling-ng4-4ad-2723469) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.7 mi ### Little Lion Cubs Nursery Nottingham · NG4 2HH ](/nursery/little-lion-cubs-nursery-ng4-2hh-2869601) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Jesters Childcare Nottingham · NG4 4JD ](/nursery/jesters-childcare-ltd-ng4-4jd-ey407637) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Little Owls Day Nursery Nottingham · NG4 1PH 4.8(26 reviews) ](/nursery/little-owls-day-nursery-ng4-1ph-ey500106) [See all nurseries in Nottingham →](/search?q=Nottingham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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