Opinion31st January 2025

How to improve school readiness

Molly Devlin

The annual school readiness report by Kindred Squared has found that one in three reception teachers say their pupils are not ready to start school.

Early YearsArk Start

In an article for Ark Start, Molly Devlin – Ark’s Director of Early Years – reflects on the report and considers effective strategies to improve school readiness.

Drawing on her experience running Ark Start nurseries, Molly explores the factors that have contributed to this concerning issue, why early intervention is crucial, and the approach that Ark Start takes to ensure children are well-prepared for school.