Nursery Life

Our goals are to have happy, healthy and thriving children

Enrolment Process

A Day At The Ark Woodlands For Your Little Ones

Our daily routine provides a balance of structure and flexibility, tailored to each child’s individual needs. The day is filled with opportunities for outdoor play, free play, and a mix of child- and adult-led activities.

We emphasise learning through play, using continuous provisions – open-ended resources and activities available throughout the day. Each room is designed with equipment at the children’s level, encouraging independence and exploration.

To enrich the experience, smaller group sessions with a Key Person take place in areas like the sensory space. These sessions offer a change of environment and focus on activities like sensory experiences, quiet time and reading.

Stay Connected To Your Child’s Day

Stay connected to your child’s day through the Famly App, where you’ll receive updates, photos, and videos of their activities, which you can share with your family.

07:30 – 08:30 Breakfast
08:30 – 09:30 Welcome and play to learn
09:30 – 10:00 Snack
10:00 – 11:15 Play to learn
11:15 – 12:00 Lunch (followed by sleep time if required, dependant on age)
13:00 – 15:15 Play to learn
15:15 – 16:00 Tea (light meal)
16:00 – 18:00 Play to learn

Parent Partnership

At The Ark Woodlands, we believe that strong parent partnerships are key to ensuring happy, healthy, and thriving children. We use the Famly app to keep parents actively involved, sharing daily updates and milestones in your child’s development. Celebrating achievements through photos brings joy to both staff and parents alike.

We also keep parents informed with term dates for events such as Christmas parties, Parents’ Week, Grandparent Day, and various adventures. Our quarterly newsletters provide updates, ensuring you’re always connected to your child’s journey.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Extra-curricular activities play a vital role in fostering children’s all-around development. At The Ark Woodlands, we provide internal sessions such as Woodland Explorers to promote emotional well-being, foster a love for the outdoors and develop social and communication skills.

Funded Term Dates

2026/27 Funded Term Dates
Opens Monday 7th September 2026 Closes Friday 23rd October 2026
Opens Monday 2nd November 2026 Closes Friday 18th December 2026
Opens Monday 4th January 2027 Closes Friday 12th February 2027
Opens Monday 22nd February 2027 Closes Friday 25th March 2027
Opens Monday 12th April 2027 Closes Friday 28th May 2027
Opens Monday 7th June 2027 Closes Friday 16th July 2027
2026/27 Funded Term Dates
Opens Monday 7th September 2026
Closes Friday 23rd October 2026
Opens Monday 2nd November 2026
Closes Friday 18th December 2026
Opens Monday 4th January 2027
Closes Friday 12th February 2027
Opens Monday 22nd February 2027
Closes Friday 25th March 2027
Opens Monday 12th April 2027
Closes Friday 28th May 2027
Opens Monday 7th June 2027
Closes Friday 16th July 2027