From
£63/day
Bolitho Nursery
Bolitho Nursery, Polwithen Road, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4JR
5.7 miles · ~23 min drive
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Capacity 44 Limited spaces
Top things to know
Teaching style
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
Operating terms
All year round
Funded childcare
15 hours
Age range
6 Months - 2 Years, 2 - 3 Years, 3 - 5 Years
Extended hours
Yes
Opening hours
07:30 - 17:00
Max capacity
28 children
Availability
Enquire
Nursery overview
About The Children's Ark
The Children's Ark, on Church Road (TR19 7SE) is a small independent nursery with 28 places.
Children from 6 months to 5 have music lessons, trips out and outdoor space, with SEND support. 15 funded hours can be used. It opens 7:30am to 5pm all year, with extended hours. Its latest Ofsted grade is Good, after Outstanding previously. It's a good option to shortlist if you want nursery and daycare close to home in Penzance.
Facilities & services
Outdoor space SEN support Music lessons Field trips Extracurricular activities
Fees breakdown
- Area average from£59/day*
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- ExtracurricularEnquire
Ofsted rating
Read full report Inspection summary: Good
Overall
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Previous inspection
Outstanding
Location
Penzance, TR19 7SE
The Childrens Ark, Church Road, Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall, TR19 7SE
Frequently asked questions
Where is the nursery located?+
The Children's Ark is located at The Childrens Ark, Church Road, Pendeen, Penzance, Cornwall, TR19 7SE.
What ages does the nursery accept?+
The Children's Ark accepts children in the following age groups: 6 months - 2 years, 2 - 3 years and 3 - 5 years.
Does the nursery accept funded hours?+
The Children's Ark accepts funded childcare, including 15 hours. Availability for funded places can change, so it is worth checking before you apply.
What are the opening hours?+
The Children's Ark is usually open from 07:30 to 17:00. Hours can vary by room, term pattern or bank holidays, so confirm the latest times with the nursery.
Are meals included?+
Please contact The Children's Ark directly to confirm whether meals are included in the nursery fees.
Are nappies and wipes included?+
Please contact The Children's Ark directly to confirm whether nappies and wipes are included or need to be supplied by parents.
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Nursery cost calculator
Understand The Children's Ark nursery fees before you choose.
Get a quick estimate of what childcare could cost your family each week and month in The Children's Ark.
Defaults to 10 hours, but you can adjust it to match the nursery day you need.
Eligible working parents of children aged 9 months+ can access 15 or 30 funded hours. Stretched options spread term-time hours across the full year.
Estimated cost in The Children's Ark
£191/week
· £9906/year
Based on the area average of £59/day
Estimates based on average UK nursery rates (Coram Childcare Survey 2024). Actual fees vary by provider and registration costs.
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Nearby Ofsted: Outstanding 
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Sunny Corner Pre-School
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