Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Services in Kimberley, Nottingham
Established in 1992, Noahs Ark Playgroup has dedicated itself to providing high-quality childcare in a safe, inclusive environment. Our mission focuses on nurturing children's confidence, independence, and resilience through play-based learning. Registered with OFSTED and the Early Years Alliance, we maintain rigorous safeguarding standards through enhanced DBS checks and specialist training. Our team of qualified educators delivers an inclusive curriculum that values individuality while fostering social development. We collaborate closely with Holy Trinity Church to maintain a secure, stimulating environment where every child receives tailored support. Our commitment to excellence extends to parental engagement through regular communication and feedback opportunities.We incorporate specialist SEND support to ensure accessibility for all children, working alongside external agencies to address individual needs. Our policies align with Early Years frameworks to guarantee consistent quality across all operations. With over three decades of experience, we combine proven methodologies with continuous professional development to maintain sector leadership. Our approach balances structured learning with creative exploration, preparing children for future educational challenges while prioritising their emotional wellbeing.
Services
Playgroup Sessions
Breakfast Club
SEND Support
Childcare Funding Assistance
Parent Engagement Programs
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We maintain OFSTED registration with consistently high inspection standards
- Our staff hold enhanced DBS checks and specialist paediatric first aid training
- We implement an inclusive curriculum meeting Early Years SEND framework requirements
- Our team includes designated safeguarding leads and SEND specialists
- We operate in partnership with Holy Trinity Church's secure, purpose-built facilities
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
- Early Years Alliance
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
- The Charities Commission
Services
Playgroup Sessions
Structured childcare sessions for children aged 2-5 years, operating Monday-Friday during term time. Our curriculum combines play-based learning with social development activities in a secure environment. Sessions include morning (9am-12pm) and full-day (9am-3pm) options with qualified staff ratios of 1:8.
Breakfast Club
Pre-session childcare available on a half-term booking basis, costing 5.25 per child. Operates from 8am daily with flexible attendance options, though places are allocated on a first-come basis. Includes supervised activities and breakfast provision.
SEND Support
Specialist early years provision for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Our trained SENCO coordinates individual support plans in collaboration with external agencies. Staff maintain updated SEND framework knowledge to ensure appropriate developmental interventions.
Childcare Funding
Government-funded childcare options for eligible families, including 15-hour universal entitlement and 30-hour working parent schemes. Assistance available for 2-year-olds meeting specific criteria, with tax-free childcare options explained to parents.
Parent Engagement
Regular communication channels including feedback forms, parent meetings, and committee involvement opportunities. Parents receive session invoices and booking confirmations through formalised administrative processes.
People
Helen
Playgroup Manager
Level 3 qualified practitioner with enhanced DBS clearance. Designated safeguarding lead trained in paediatric and adult first aid. Holds Food & Hygiene Safety certificate and manages daily operations.
Lisa
Deputy Manager
Level 5 qualified practitioner with enhanced DBS clearance. Designated SENCO responsible for special needs coordination and fire safety management. Paediatric and adult first aid trained.
Kirsty
Early Years Educator
Level 3 qualified practitioner with enhanced DBS clearance. Specialises in early childhood development with safeguarding and paediatric first aid qualifications.
Shona
Early Years Educator
Level 3 qualified practitioner maintaining enhanced DBS status. Provides daily educational activities with safeguarding and paediatric first aid certifications.
Naomi
Early Years Educator
Level 3 qualified practitioner with enhanced DBS clearance. Serves as Health and Safety Officer with specialist paediatric first aid and safeguarding training.
Questions
What are your session times and duration?
We operate Monday-Friday 9am-3pm term-time only. Morning sessions run 9am-12pm, full days until 3pm with optional breakfast club from 8am.
Do you provide specialist support for children with additional needs?
Yes, we have a designated SENCO and staff trained in SEND frameworks. We collaborate with external agencies to implement individual support plans.
How do payment arrangements work for additional hours?
Government-funded hours are automatically applied where eligible. Additional sessions require pre-paid invoices issued after booking confirmation.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff maintain enhanced DBS checks with paediatric first aid training. Our management team holds Level 3-5 early years qualifications and specialist certifications.
How can parents access childcare funding information?
We provide eligibility guidance for 2-year-old funding, 15/30-hour schemes and tax-free childcare options through our administrative support channels.
