Address: London SW11 6QW (Dolphin branch); SW18 2QQ (West Side)
Website: dolphinschool.org.uk
Founded: 1986
Pupils: 37, coed aged 2-5
Fees: £3,113 per term
Head: Mrs Lucy Price
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Entrance Procedure: Non-selective in order of registration, with priority given to siblings
School Visits: Individual visits available by appointment
Contact: [email protected] or 020 7924 3472
Curriculum
Noah’s Ark follows the EYFS framework, drawing on the latest Development Matters and Birth to Five Matters guidance. Using an in-the-moment approach, experienced practitioners build on children’s interests and strengths through purposeful play, language-rich experiences, stories, songs, rhymes and Bible stories. Every child’s confidence, curiosity and readiness is nurtured for a successful start at school.
Sport & The Arts
Children have a weekly PE lesson with a specialised teacher. There are also weekly rhythm and movement sessions, allowing children to 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.’ Staff know each child well, who know they are loved and cared for. Noah’s Ark provides a great framework for character development. Excellent behaviour is modelled at every turn; kindness and support for one another is communicated with grace and confidence. Positive interaction with peers and adults is key.
Head’s Philosophy
To focus on the individual and support each child to foster a love for learning. We have a community of staff, parents and children, encouraging the children to have a real sense of independence in themselves, their minds and learning.
