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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. The Ark Day Nursery # The Ark Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jan 2024) · 4.5 (8 parent reviews) · The Ark, Rowland Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 1ST · North Lincolnshire Number of places 59 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority North Lincolnshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Ark Day Nursery in Scunthorpe offers a vibrant and nurturing atmosphere where children can grow and develop. The facility boasts a spacious, open-plan interior designed for safe movement and optimal supervision. Children have direct access from the main room to an outdoor play area, equipped with diverse, well-maintained toys and learning tools to foster their development. The nursery provides a range of services, including day nursery, pre-school, after-school club, and holiday club facilities, all aimed at delivering the highest standard of care. Their core mission is to create a secure and engaging environment where every child feels cherished and happy, with modern indoor and outdoor amenities supporting their growth. What it's like Staff have high aspirations and guide children through exciting learning experiences that enhance their current skills, connecting learning across different areas. Children are happy and show consistently positive attitudes to play and learning. Staff adjust their practice and use various teaching strategies to support children's communication and safety knowledge, developing their emotional literacy. Spacious outdoor play area Variety of services: day nursery, pre-school, after-school, holiday club Nurturing environment ## Pricing & funding Day care fees are based on age group sessions (0-2 years, Sunshine's, and Rainbow's) for either full days (8 hours) or half days (4 hours). Contracts are available on a 51-week or 38-week term-time basis. Additional charges apply for extra hours, late collection, and meals for funded children. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Fees are based on a 51-week contract with 4 weeks holiday entitlement (including 1 week at Christmas). - Term-time only contracts are 38 weeks with no holiday entitlement. - Funded children's dinner fees are payable at the start of each half term. - Holiday club is for school-aged children only; under 5s pay standard day care prices. - Late collection fees apply for overstaying scheduled times. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 5.30pm Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Ark Day Nursery Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10301325 Lead inspector Jane Tucker Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239152)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY497563) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://arkdaynursery.org.uk/) The Ark, Rowland Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 1ST [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.64739/53.58578/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Scunthorpe - [Day nurseries in Scunthorpe](/search?q=Scunthorpe) - [Day nurseries in Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?q=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-ark-day-nursery-dn16-1st-ey497563) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Ark Day Nursery Last inspected 12 January 2024 · Jane Tucker Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Staff have high aspirations and guide children through exciting learning experiences that enhance their current skills, connecting learning across different areas. Children are happy and show consistently positive attitudes to play and learning. Staff adjust their practice and use various teaching strategies to support children's communication and safety knowledge, developing their emotional literacy. Inspector highlights - Children's learning is built sequentially, with a planned curriculum that ensures practice and embedding of each learning step. - Staff provide a wide-ranging programme to support children's physical development. - Staff bring together parents, carers and professionals to discuss and review children's health, well-being and progress, identifying secure next steps. - Parent partnerships are a strong feature, with many opportunities for parents to be part of their child's education. - Staff give children a rich set of opportunities that help to widen their experiences, including encouraging intergenerational relationships and developing important life skills. Inspection #10301325 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239152) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, or those on the pathway to diagnosis, are supported extremely well. The management team, staff and special educational needs coordinator build close and professional relationships with other agencies and parents, providing targeted support to help children become successful learners. Funding is also used exceptionally well to meet children's individual needs. Outdoor space Staff have introduced a growing area outdoors for children who live in premises without a garden. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of The Ark Day Nursery 4.5 (8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWXfEZJfyb7sMKHj-WbaUXfJr1tBgrnVM0J8U80rYJD6DHpYdY=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Karina Woodward 8 years ago The Ark is the second nursery my daughter has been to and in all honesty I wish I had just sent her there to begin with. The staff are all friendly and they understand no two children are the same. They have been amazing with my daughter, who has always been a very clingy child, and they worked with her and myself to help her settle in well and feel safe there. I can't praise them enough. The place is a god send. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURReTRqTzN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4878e5166351f2db:0xf148540b23355024) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUAaLLL0pksxZiT2E1WkH3nUcfWfNwnakkxZdT3gFMwhI-m16M=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ugnė Kubiliūtė 7 years ago Excellent facility [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURJajZQbTh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4878e5166351f2db:0xf148540b23355024) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWoHeH6ZUJiT1zNP-NRqiSpiar2kxRjULGi6ubsOWsdZh3ZRDM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) George Smith a month ago It was amazing my daughter went and she didn’t want to leave [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kxcWREWTFkbVJtUTFoTlpWaHFaVW8zT0d4blFWRRAB!2m1!1s0x4878e5166351f2db:0xf148540b23355024) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXPAuwoJUIoup_gsh9XLyGqqf4hutG5g6n-wnvFd09ox00xyLk=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Pete Finch 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURTN283ZzVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4878e5166351f2db:0xf148540b23355024) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUzQvuRTI4WI9ey9bvjUE3Lzy5QcUw2lLjsDoQwcY3tbm6IJJDggg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Alina Dragu 6 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVcl9Ia2JBEAE!2m1!1s0x4878e5166351f2db:0xf148540b23355024) Reviews from Google for The Ark Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17386238768275869732&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024 Date: January 2018 - January 2024 Outstanding - January 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about The Ark Day Nursery ### How did The Ark Day Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What stands out in The Ark Day Nursery's inspection report? ### What size of nursery is The Ark Day Nursery? ### Which funded childcare places are accepted at The Ark Day Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Scunthorpe Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Ark Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Little Tots Nursery Scunthorpe · DN15 7PE 3.4(5 reviews) ](/nursery/little-tots-nursery-dn15-7pe-ey547716) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Toy Box Nursery Scunthorpe Scunthorpe · DN16 1AA ](/nursery/toy-box-nursery-scunthorpe-limited-dn16-1aa-ey482982) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Shining Little Stars Scunthorpe · DN16 1HH ](/nursery/shining-little-stars-ltd-dn16-1hh-ey280663) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Happy Stars Babies Scunthorpe · DN17 1DD ](/nursery/happy-stars-babies-dn17-1dd-ey101918) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Wise Owl Private Day Nursery Scunthorpe North Lincolnshire · DN16 2AW 4.6(68 reviews) ](/nursery/wise-owl-private-day-nursery-scunthorpe-dn16-2aw-ey309583) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Daisy Chains Scunthorpe · DN15 7RW ](/nursery/daisy-chains-dn15-7rw-ey391692) [See all nurseries in Scunthorpe →](/search?q=Scunthorpe) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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