So much more than childcare
Ark Start is our growing nursery network providing high quality, affordable childcare to families. The programme has been designed by a group of qualified teachers committed to ensuring every child has a joyful, engaging and secure nursery experience, so that they start primary school happily and confidently.
When children come to us from Ark Start, I know they’ve had a solid grounding. They know the relationship between adult and child. They know that school is all about learning and sharing your work with your teacher, because they’ve had that time at Ark Start where their moments are cherished and celebrated. Verbally, they’re so much more confident with sharing their opinions, sharing their needs. Instantly you can tell the difference.
Reception teacher | Ark John Archer Primary Academy
Ark Start helps parents to engage with their children’s nursery experience, and to access the wider support and services they need. As part of a coalition of individuals and organisations focused on ensuring children get the best start in life, Ark Start also seeks to shape wider policy and funding decisions on early years provision.
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Impact21st April 2022
Added progress in Early Years thanks to Ark Start
News and opinion about early years education
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Opinion5th December 2024
How to elevate Early Years education within your school trust
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Opinion12th November 2024
Building on firm foundations: What to do about key stage 1
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Opinion18th June 2024
A good start: Labour’s school nursery policy needs more detail