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Noah's Ark Preschool # Noah's Ark Preschool Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2024) · The Wooden Classroom, Farrington Road, Bristol, BS39 7LW · Bath and North East Somerset Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Noah’s Ark Preschool, located in Bristol, is an integral part of Cairns Road Baptist Church, valuing each child’s distinct character and potential. The preschool strives to foster holistic development in children while providing high-quality Early Years Provision. They achieve this in collaboration with families, the church, and the broader community. The setting offers a stimulating and varied environment for learning and development, both indoors and outdoors, grounded in a balanced curriculum that aligns with the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This approach aims to cultivate curiosity, wonder, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in children. Registered with the Bristol Early Years and Childcare Partnership, Noah's Ark Preschool is inspected by Ofsted, receiving an 'Outstanding' rating in February 2024. The nursery enrols children from two years of age and encourages prospective families to arrange a visit to the preschool. Our ethos Noah’s Ark Pre-school values every child’s unique character and potential. We believe in developing the whole person whilst delivering quality Early Years Provision for children in partnership with families, the church and the wider community. We are a Christian Pre-school and an integral part of the ministry of Cairns Road Baptist Church. What it's like Staff are nurturing and form strong bonds with children in this welcoming pre-school. Children are greeted individually and warmly welcomed by staff, who prioritise their emotional well-being. Staff find out detailed information about children and their families and provide settling in periods, helping children new to the pre-school to settle quickly. Christian Preschool EYFS Curriculum Ofsted Outstanding Forest School ## 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.noahsarkps.org.uk/admissions-information/) ## Key facts Opening hours 9am to 3.30pm Age range 2+ Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Noah's Ark Preschool Inspection date Sept 2024 Inspection no. 10354952 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50258245)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/133056) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=noah-s-ark-preschool-bs39-7lw-133056) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Noah's Ark Preschool Last inspected 6 September 2024 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 Staff are nurturing and form strong bonds with children in this welcoming pre-school. Children are greeted individually and warmly welcomed by staff, who prioritise their emotional well-being. Staff find out detailed information about children and their families and provide settling in periods, helping children new to the pre-school to settle quickly. Inspector highlights - Staff are skilled at identifying children who may need extra support and use targeted interventions from external professionals. - The staff team is committed and ensures the environment provides a range of learning experiences and opportunities for independence. - The committee and staff team are very reflective, continuously looking for ways to improve the provision. - The management team carefully plans the use of additional funding, including bringing in professionals to support communication and language development. - Children's awareness and understanding of the wider world is promoted in a range of ways, including parents sharing their cultural identity and weekly library visits. Areas to develop - 1 improve the ongoing coaching and support for staff to further develop their teaching skills - 2 develop ways to share information with all parents about children's next steps and ideas of how they can extend children's learning at home. Inspection #10354952 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50258245) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff are skilled at identifying children who may need extra support. They use targeted interventions provided by external professionals to help close any gaps in children's learning. Outdoor space Children show delight as they play outdoors. They demonstrate physical dexterity when they access a complex obstacle course. Staff provide appropriate support for the younger or less confident children. Inspection history Date: June 2003 - September 2024 Good - September 2024 Good - December 2018 Good - April 2015 Good - March 2015 Good - November 2009 Good - November 2009 Good - April 2005 Requires improvement - June 2003 Good ## Frequently asked about Noah's Ark Preschool ### Is Noah's Ark Preschool a day nursery or preschool? ### What is the staff team like at Noah's Ark Preschool? ### Does Noah's Ark Preschool take babies? ### What is the nursery working on improving? ### Which curriculum does Noah's Ark Preschool follow? ### How does Noah's Ark Preschool support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bristol Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Noah's Ark Preschool. - [ Awaiting first inspection <0.2 mi ### Paper Lane Day Nursery and Pre-School Bristol · BS39 7AA ](/nursery/paper-lane-day-nursery-and-pre-school-bs39-7aa-2820299) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Footsteps Nursery (Paulton) Paulton · BS39 7QY ](/nursery/footsteps-nursery-paulton-bs39-7qy-ey430081) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Little Star Nursery Bristol · BS39 7SF ](/nursery/little-star-nursery-bs39-7sf-ey425701) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Little Lambs Nursery Bristol · BS39 6UB ](/nursery/little-lambs-nursery-bs39-6ub-2871597) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.3 mi ### Little Star Nursery Bristol · BS39 6TG ](/nursery/little-star-nursery-bs39-6tg-ey375318) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.6 mi ### Free Rangers Forest School Nursery Radstock · BA3 2BW ](/nursery/free-rangers-forest-school-nursery-ba3-2bw-ey441642) [See all nurseries in Bristol →](/search?q=Bristol) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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