Noah’s Ark Pre-School and Crèche aims to provide high quality affordable early education and childcare for the community in a safe, stimulating Christian environment.

What we offer:

We have a dedicated and experienced staff team, all of whom have suitable childcare qualifications. All our staff are police checked and there is always a first aider available on the premises. Staff regularly attend training to update their knowledge and practice. Our high ratio of staff ensures individual attention is given to the needs and development of each child. Our ratio is 1 adult to 3 children for under 2’s, 1 adult to 4 children for 2 year olds and 1 adult to 8 children for 3-4 year olds. Every child is placed in a small group, with an allocated member of staff known as a Key Worker. They are responsible for keeping records and assessments of each child in their group.

Pre-School

The Pre-School is open Monday – Friday from 8:30am-4:00pm during term time, offering sessional, extended care with lunch club and full day care to children from 2-5years old.

The Pre-School is registered with Ofsted and is regularly inspected on its standards of care and education. We are also registered to receive the Nursery Education Grant, which entitles children to receive 15 hours of free care and education per week, the term after their 3rd birthday.

The Pre-School operates from a large room offering a range of activities and experiences that support children’s development and allows them to learn through play, based on the principles and guidance of the Early Years Foundation Stage. A typical session starts with a period of free play, during which time children are able to move around the room independently and take part in child initiated and adult directed activities that are planned according to the needs of individual or small groups of children. During this time children also have the opportunity to play in our outdoor learning environment. We also operate a snack bar system during the session where children are able to sit and enjoy a snack together. After tidy up time we meet for Key Group Time, when children meet with their Key Person to share songs, stories and news together and take part in focused activities. These are specifically planned to support the group’s individual needs and stage of development.

Pre-School fees

3 hour Morning or afternoon session £10.80 (9:00am-12pm, or 12:30-3:30pm)
Each additional half hour £1.80

Payment of fees should be made a week in advance and are payable for all absences.

Crèche

The Crèche is open Tuesday to Thursday from 9:30am-11:25am during term time for children from 6 months to 3 years old.

A typical session includes free play with a range of toys, activities and experiences which supports allow your child to explore, discover and learn through play, based on the principles and guidance of The Early Years Foundation Stage. Opportunities are planned for physical play, both in and outdoors. The session ends with music, singing and story time. A snack is provided during the session.

Crèche operates on a first come first served basis. Places should be booked a week in advance and payment made at time of booking. Charges will be made for all sessions booked, even if your child is absent for any reason, as staffing is organised around ratios. At busier times we may not be able to offer the days requested due to staffing availability.

Crèche fees: £6.75 per session.

For more information, or to receive a copy of our prospectus or arrange a visit to Noah's Ark Pre-school and Crèche, please contact Clare Spratt, Pre-School and Crèche Manager on (0)24 7649 4322 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .