About us
We are a small childcare setting with a home from home ethos.
We are situated in the centre of Littleborough in a Tudor-style house
We consist of 10 early years practitioners caring for 45 children per day. All practice is lead and overseen by a qualified early years professional holding a degree in early childhood studies. We care for and educate children from 0-11 years in a homely environment, using our local community to teach children about the world in which we live.
At the Railway House we believe in different age groups mixing together so children can support and learn from each other. This replicates a natural family environment.
This type of nursery setting gives us the opportunity to put a child’s social and emotional wellbeing at the heart of everything we do as key groups are small and manageable.
Find out more about what we offer here
Settling in sessions
Attachment is at the heart of everything we do in the early years. We view attachment as love, time, and consistency, and therefore operate a strong key person approach. Each child is supported by one dedicated practitioner who provides all care for their key children, helping to build secure and trusting relationships.
Once you have accepted a place at The Railway House, your child will be offered a number of settling-in sessions. Some children may only need a few sessions, while others may need more. We always follow the individual needs of each child and never rush this process.
As the relationship between your child and their key person develops, parents can begin to leave their baby for short periods of time. These periods are gradually extended as your child becomes more settled and confident.
Settling-in sessions are also an important time for you as parents. They give you the opportunity to get to know your child’s key person, ask questions, and discuss any concerns, helping you feel reassured and supported throughout the transition.
"The Railway House are a fabulous team. They understand and know how young children learn and thrive. Putting the children’s interest at the heart of everything they do!
Our little boy had a wonderful time with you all - and couldn’t wait to return for his tea when he started school! Our daughter, who is older also loves coming for her tea after school and “looking after” the younger children.
Absolutely recommend you have a visit - I fell in love with The Railway House as soon as I stepped through the door" - Parent feedback
Food
At The Railway House we provide all meals and snacks at no added cost to a funded place. The meals we provide are all cooked on the premises by the early years practitioners who all have a food hygiene certificate which is renewed yearly. We view mealtimes as part of a child’s learning and development as they all sit together as a family around the table regardless of age, they are also often involved in the preparation and cooking of the meals. All meals are simple and nutritious providing children with lots of choice to promote healthy eating habits. Children come into nursery to a variety of cereals for breakfast with wholemeal toast and boiled eggs. Snacks are available throughout the morning and afternoon consisting of a variety of fruits, milk and water. Both dinner and tea are warm home cooked meals.
We have experience in catering for complex dietary needs.
