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The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School

Capital House, Norwich Road, Watton, Thetford IP25 6JX
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The Ark Day Nursery provides high quality childcare in a warm, nurturing environment, open 51 weeks a year from 7:30am–6pm. As your fee pack states, “we are committed to providing a friendly, secure, and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.”

We offer both funded and private childcare, with flexible booking patterns to suit family needs.

Fees

For children aged 0–2, regular bookings range from £8.80–£9.90 per hour, with ADHOC sessions charged at £12.00 per hour.

For children aged 2–5, regular bookings range from £8.00–£9.00 per hour, with ADHOC sessions also at £12.00 per hour.

Our Holiday Club (5–14 years) is charged at £10.00 per hour.

Meals

Breakfast is £2.10, snacks £1.00, lunch £5.00 and tea £3.00.

Children attending 5 or more private hours per day receive all meals included.

A 10% sibling discount is available for the eldest child on full-paying fees.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

No

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Sarah (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 9

Total Places for Children

  • 50

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday 07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday 07:30-18:00
  • Thursday 07:30-18:00
  • Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
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The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (4)

8.6

The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.629) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School has 4 reviews.

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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little boy loves going to nursery here and has been attending for the last 18 months. The staff are very good with him and friendly. He enjoys playing, learning and making friends which all helps with his development. I would recommend!

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Review from Catherine B (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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My child has been attending the ark day nursery and pre school since he was 9months old, he is now 2 & a half. He has loved it there! All the staff have been brilliant, they are very caring and have a genuine interest in how he is day to day.
They are always happy to adjust to his needs if needed. He comes out every day with a smile and feeling proud of anything he has made during his day. His confidence has grown so much. We have recently had another baby to our family, and he has taken to being a big brother so well, i believe his transition was helped by the staff also talking to him about having a new baby, helping him to be prepared, thank you!

We are always greeted in the mornings with smiles from the staff and positive energy. Even on days when he isn't wanting to go, they always manage to get him in with a smile. I would definitely recommend!

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Review from G M (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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I was very nervous about sending my 17 month old to nursery even though I knew he was ready. The staff were amazing at settling my nerves in the run up to my son attending. He had 2 settle in sessions which I believe were crucial in easing him in. Handing him over on his first day was really tough as he naturally cried but the staff uploaded photos and a brief update of how he was doing only 20 minutes after! This melted my worries away instantly and I was so grateful. He's only attended 3 full days so far but he's coming on in leaps and bounds and I feel completely content that he's safe and happy.

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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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I've had two boys that have attended this childcare setting (one now in school and one still attending) and I have thoroughly enjoyed the kindness, care and time taken by all staff in the looking after of my children. They have both been incredibly happy in this safe setting and all of the staff are wonderful. My children are particularly fond of Donna and her hoover who is there everyday cleaning the setting to an excellent standard. The nursery is run well and communication is frequent, individualised and professional. The app is easy to use and keeps parents in the loop daily. I am very happy sending my children here and I recommend it highly!

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School accepts?

The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School Open?

The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School have capacity for?

The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School has capacity for a total of 50 Children.

How far is The Ark Day Nursery & Pre-School to the centre of Thetford?

11.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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