The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School, located in Watton, Norfolk, offers a nurturing environment for children aged 0-14 years. The nursery focuses on child-led learning, fostering curiosity and imagination through fun and educational experiences.
With excellent facilities, including an in-house soft play area, and spacious, air-conditioned rooms with natural light, The Ark provides a stimulating space for children to grow and make memories. The nursery is part of the Golden Apples family, emphasising a positive start to a child's educational journey and a smooth transition into school life.
They offer dedicated rooms for different age groups: 'The Penguins' for 0-2 years, 'The Peacocks' for 2-3 years, and 'The Pelicans' for 3-5 years, as well as an after-school club, 'The Puffins'. The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School is committed to providing healthy meals, catering to various dietary requirements, and encourages strong partnerships with parents.
Our ethos
The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School is committed to a child-led learning approach, fostering curiosity and imagination. They aim to provide a positive start to a child's educational journey and a smooth transition into school life, working in partnership with parents.
What it's like
Children arrive happy and are warmly welcomed by friendly staff, settling quickly into activities that interest them. They show focus and motivation, engaging in painting, sand play, and imaginative games. Children interact closely with staff, demonstrating happiness and security, and participate in phonics games and other engaging activities.
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All meals are freshly prepared daily with a two-weekly menu. Children bring a packed lunch, and a light tea is provided. In-house chefs cook fresh meals. Special dietary requirements, including Gluten Free & Coeliac, Dairy Free & Lactose Free, Vegetarian & Vegan, Paleo, FODMAP, and various allergies (Tree Nut, Peanut, Fish, Shellfish), are catered for. Snacks consist of fresh fruit or vegetables, with milk/water available all day. The nursery operates a No Nuts policy.
Session types
Full day, Morning session, Afternoon session
Opening hours
Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:00
Age range
0-14 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2021
Last inspected 17 March 2023 · Helen Oakden
What it's like to attend
Children arrive happy and are warmly welcomed by friendly staff, settling quickly into activities that interest them. They show focus and motivation, engaging in painting, sand play, and imaginative games. Children interact closely with staff, demonstrating happiness and security, and participate in phonics games and other engaging activities.
Inspector highlights
Areas to develop
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
parents say staff are 'supportive' and 'fantastic'
They report that their children are excited to attend the nursery and are making 'great progress'
Inclusion & environment
Children have good opportunities to play outside and be active. Pre-school children expertly use tricycles and scooters, speeding around obstacles and changing direction as part of their game. Babies crawl and lift themselves up into standing positions, while toddlers whizz down slides.
I’ve had two boys that have attended this childcare setting (one now in school and one still attending) and I have thoroughly enjoyed the kindness, care and time taken by all staff in the looking after of my children. They have both been incredibly happy in this safe setting and all of the staff are wonderful. My children are particularly fond of Donna and her Henry hoover who is there everyday cleaning the setting to an excellent standard. The nursery is run well and communication is frequent, individualised and professional. The app is easy to use and keeps parents in the loop daily. I am very happy sending my children here and I recommend it highly!
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My little boy loves going to nursery here and has been attending for the last 18 months. The staff are very good with him and friendly. He enjoys playing, learning and making friends which all help with his development. I would recommend!
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Lovely setting, very relaxed with fantastic activities and supportive staff. Highly recommended
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Fabulous setting. Relaxed atmosphere with happy children and supportive, caring staff who encourage learning and development through play and social interaction. The owners are always helpful, flexible and welcoming. Can't praise them highly enough.
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My daughter loves going here she goes 4 days a week. All staff are friendly. And the whole team are helpful and accommodating as my wife sometimes has to start work at 8 at short notice and longs they are notified 24hour before our daughter an go to the breakfast club.
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Most recent inspection
17 March 2023
Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.
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