Clapham Junction nurseryArk Start John Archer
Hello! Here at Ark Start John Archer, we are passionate about being the bridge that helps children access new information and experiences, and we are so happy to support children and their families in our community through the first stages of learning.
Days children love
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Red, blue or glittery gold? Little hands get busy sticking and painting, building fine motor skills and feeling the pride of "I made this!"
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Red, blue or glittery gold? Little hands get busy sticking and painting, building fine motor skills and feeling the pride of "I made this!"
Ark Start John Archer
Plough Terrace, Clapham Junction, London SW11 2AA
Affordable and flexible childcare
- 30 hours funded places availabile
- Top up your funded hours from £23, if you need to
- We accept tax free childcare payments
- As a non-profit we keep fees as low as possible
Our booking options
Use your funded childcare
Nursery Fee Calculator
Calculate your childcare costs based on your child's age, funding entitlement, and schedule preferences.
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What our families love
Miriam Ark Start John ArcherThey work for every single kid to help them and ensure all areas are covered: self regulation, wellbeing and also learning. I feel extremely lucky to have had them alongside all these years.
David Google Review – Ark Start John Archer (external link)We love this nursery and would highly recommend it to local parents thinking about early years care for their children.
Jo Google Review – Ark Start John Archer (external link)My little girl loves coming here and has made lots of friends at nursery. Every teacher and staff member is fantastic.
Dan Google Review – Ark Start John Archer (external link)Kind, caring teachers. Lots of learning through play. Good communication with parents. Excellent value for money compared to other nurseries.
Joanna Ark Start John ArcherMy daughter’s development at Ark Start has been amazing. She writes well and at bedtime often reflects on her day and tells me what she learned, which is really special.
Staff are kind, caring and provide emotional support for younger children when they need it.
Give them the strongest start in life
Led by experienced early years teachers
Activities inspired by stories children love
At least three hours of active play every day
Support adapted to each child’s needs
Partnering with parents at every step
Getting to know your child
A warm first day at nursery
Staying connected every day
Keeping your child safe is our priority
- Enhanced DBS and full reference checks for every member of staff
- Qualified staff and appropriate ratios that meet EYFS requirements
- Secure entry and collection systems, so we always know who’s on site
- Ongoing supervision and safeguarding training for our whole team
Frequently asked questions
What extracurricular activities do you offer?
We think children should experience awe and wonder and strive to create many opportunities for this through the curriculum. Enrichment opportunities include offsite visits, for example to the farm or to the fire station, and onsite experiences such as baking, hatching ducklings or caring for caterpillars, as well as visits from community professionals including police officers, firefighters, nurses, and doctors.
Throughout the year, we also celebrate a wide range of cultural and seasonal events such as Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, Chinese New Year, Pancake Day, Eid, World Book Day, Anti-Bullying Week, and Mental Health Awareness events.
We also organise family events such as Mother’s Day Tea, Father’s Day Breakfast, Nursery at Night, Sports Day, and our Family Fun Day trip to the farm.
What do my fees cover?
Fees cover everything with the exception of snacks and meals; nappies and wipes; and certain offsite visits – we publish these at the beginning of the year so families can plan.
Can my child come to nursery for just one day a week?
Unfortunately not. We strongly encourage children to attend nursery for at least four sessions a week over two days. This is because children find it easier to settle in and benefit from nursery if they attend regularly.
