# The Ark Groups - Dunham School House

The Ark Groups - Dunham School House is a sessional pre-school at Dunham Massey Village Hall, School House, 2 School Lane, Dunham Massey, Altrincham, WA14 4SE, in Dunham Town, Trafford. It is registered for 32 children.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-ark-groups-dunham-school-house-2843627  
Last checked 30 June 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: Dunham Massey Village Hall, School House, 2 School Lane, Dunham Massey, Altrincham, WA14 4SE
- Registered places: 32
- Ofsted URN: 2843627

## Ofsted and official records

Not yet inspected by Ofsted. The nursery is registered and has not had its first inspection yet.

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since July 2025 (Reference 2843627). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2843627)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2843627)
- Registered places: 32 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2843627)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 16 October 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1560873)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Dunham Massey Village Hall, School House, 2 School Lane, Dunham Massey, Altrincham, WA14 4SE

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=53.388626,-2.391852

- Park: Dunham Massey Park, 0.4 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Trafford there are about 2.5 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldfield Brow Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (April 2024) | yes | 0.7 miles |
| Little Bollington CofE Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Requires improvement (May 2024) | yes | 1.3 miles |
| Bollin Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (September 2022) | yes | 1.5 miles |
| Altrincham CofE (Aided) Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (January 2023) |  | 1.6 miles |
| Bowdon Preparatory School |  | 3–11 |  | yes | 1.7 miles |
| Broadheath Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Improved significantly (February 2025) | yes | 1.7 miles |
| Altrincham Preparatory School |  | 2–11 |  | yes | 1.8 miles |
| Bowdon CofE Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (April 2025) |  | 1.8 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Ivy House Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ivy-house-day-nursery-2625610) | Good |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Oakfield Nursery School Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/oakfield-nursery-school-ltd-ey293635) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Altrincham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/monkey-puzzle-day-nursery-altrincham-ey553670) | Good |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Juice Nurseries Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/juice-nurseries-limited-ey357973) | Good |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Happy Kids Nursery & Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/happy-kids-nursery-and-preschool-ey248371) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Back To The Garden Childcare Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/back-to-the-garden-childcare-centre-ey561088) | Good |  |  | 1.7 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many children can The Ark Groups - Dunham School House take?

The Ark Groups - Dunham School House is registered with Ofsted for up to 32 children at any one time.

### What is the nearest station to The Ark Groups - Dunham School House?

Altrincham is the nearest station we know of, 1.9 miles away in a straight line.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2843627)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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