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Ark Private Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2022)
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5.0(3 parent reviews) ·490 Halifax Road, Bradford, BD6 2LH · Bradford
Number of places
50 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2022
Local authority
Bradford

About this day nursery

Noah's Ark Nursery in Bradford offers a unique early years education experience, blending the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework with strong Islamic values. The nursery aims to foster confident, curious, and compassionate children by providing a nurturing and stimulating environment.

The curriculum emphasises play-based learning alongside structured activities to prepare children for school, while also incorporating age-appropriate Islamic teachings to develop character, respect, and positive behaviour. The setting prioritises a warm and homely indoor environment, complemented by a secure outdoor area for physical development and exploration.

The dedicated team of qualified and experienced female practitioners is committed to high standards of care and welcomes families from all faiths and backgrounds, aiming to be a leading nursery known for excellence and its positive impact on children and families.

Our ethos

At Noah’s Ark, we aim to nurture children in a caring, respectful and inclusive environment based on Islamic principles. We focus on Kindness & Compassion, Honesty & Respect, Gratitude & Sharing, and Faith & Reflection. Our foundation is rooted in Islamic values and teachings, which guide our commitment to excellence, compassion, and integrity in all that we do.

What it's like

Since the last inspection, there has been a significant overhaul of practice. The manager and staff team have been working tirelessly to drive improvement, and children are now making good progress in their learning and demonstrate that they feel secure. Babies and toddlers enjoy taking part in sensory play, and children enjoy being active and benefit from the well-resourced outdoor areas.

Islamic EthosEYFS CurriculumQualified Female StaffPlay-Based Learning

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
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Key facts

Session types

Full day: 09:00AM-03:00PM, AM: 09:00AM-12:00PM, PM: 12:00PM-03:00PM

Opening hours

Mon–Fri: 09:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2017

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Ark Private Day Nursery

Last inspected 23 February 2022 · Julie Dent

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Since the last inspection, there has been a significant overhaul of practice. The manager and staff team have been working tirelessly to drive improvement, and children are now making good progress in their learning and demonstrate that they feel secure. Babies and toddlers enjoy taking part in sensory play, and children enjoy being active and benefit from the well-resourced outdoor areas.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff work closely with parents to find out about children's home life and experiences.
  • Children behave well and have good opportunities to form positive relationships with their peers.
  • The manager has set clear priorities for improvement and offers mentoring or training when staff need further support.
  • Children develop very good attitudes towards their learning.
  • Staff model language to children well and increase their vocabulary by talking to them during their play.

Areas to develop

  • 1encourage children to do even more for themselves during their everyday experiences, to further develop their independence
  • 2strengthen the consistency of hygiene practices to support children's understanding of the links between good hygiene and good health.
Inspection #10213403 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

"Parents speak very positively about their and their children's experiences at nursery."

"They comment on how effective the staff are at settling their children in when they start attending and how they like the regular communication they receive about their child's development."

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

There is very good support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The manager and special educational needs coordinator work closely with key staff and parents to develop support plans and ensure that children's individual needs are met. All staff work in close partnership with a range of professionals to support children to reach their full potential.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy being active and benefit from the well-resourced outdoor areas. They have lots of fun as they carefully navigate climbing up steps to the slide and ride bicycles. Children gain a good understanding of the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle and benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise through regular outdoor play.

Parent Reviews of Ark Private Day Nursery

5.0
(3)
Kate Power
2 years ago

They are so good and good with my little boy who going through channel's for his autism diagnosis. There so patient and kind to him and he cone on loads since being there thank u all so much mrs mudd.

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Agnieszka Wnorowska
7 years ago

My daughter loves this place so much. She has developed herself so much in the last hear and a half. Very good team working and skilled staff. Will definitely recommend it.

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2022

Date: September 2021

  • February 2022Good
  • September 2021Inadequate

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