Address: London SW11 6QW (Dolphin); SW18 2QQ (West Side)
Website: dolphinschool.org.uk
Founded: 1986
Pupils: 37, coed aged 2-5
Termly Fees: £2,909
Head Teacher: Mrs Lucy Price
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Entrance Procedure: Non-selective
School Visits: Individual visits available
Contact: [email protected] or 020 7924 3472
The Curriculum
Noah’s Ark follows the EYFS Development Matters and Birth to 5 Matters curriculum guidance. The nurseries use in-the-moment planning, which responds to children’s interests, stretching those who need greater challenges and supporting those who need to embed basic skills. Teachers use visual aids, songs, rhymes, picture books and Bible stories and prepare children for primary/prep school.
Sport & The Arts
Children receive weekly PE lessons with a specialist teacher. There are also weekly rhythm and movement sessions, where children respond to songs with voice, instruments and movement. Art materials are plentiful and aim to develop creative flair.
Pastoral Care
A current parent said: ‘Noah’s Ark is a wonderful nursery that genuinely cares about bringing out the best in each and every child. The staff are incredibly kind and nurturing, and the smaller class sizes mean every child gets the support they need.’ Teachers know each child well and they know that they are loved. Noah’s Ark provides a great framework for character development. Excellent behaviour is modelled at every turn; kindness that supports each other is communicated with grace. Positive interaction with peers and adults is key to the nursery.
Head Teacher’s Philosophy
To truly care for the individual and support each child to foster a love of learning. We have a caring and supportive community of staff, parents and children and encourage the children to have a real sense of independence in themselves, their minds and learning.
