Enfield nurseryArk Start John Keats
Hi! At Ark Start John Keats, seeing children at the very beginning of their road to independence is what inspires us every day. We feel privileged to play a small part in their educational journey, and we can’t wait to welcome you and your family.
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 Keats
Bell Ln, Enfield EN3 5PA
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
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What our families love
Chanel Google Review – Ark Start John Keats (external link)They took the time to truly understand what my son needed. His transformation has been huge, his confidence has grown, he now has lots of friends, and most importantly, he’s happy and excited to go to nursery.
Lauren Google Review – Ark Start John Keats (external link)My boys have learned so much at nursery. They both talk about the books they read and come home singing new songs. There is plenty of outdoor play, free play, and drawing and painting.
Melisha Google Review – Ark Start John Keats (external link)My son has recently started attending this nursery, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience so far. The staff have been so welcoming, caring, and supportive, making his transition really smooth.
El Bulut Google Review – Ark Start John Keats (external link)The teachers are genuinely caring and attentive, they go above and beyond to make every day special. The manager who runs the setting with such professionalism and warmth.
Sophia Google Review – Ark Start John Keats (external link)The staff are incredibly patient, kind, and supportive. I feel completely comfortable leaving my daughter there, and I have real peace of mind knowing she is in such safe, caring hands.
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.
Latest updates
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Latest newsBuilding strong foundations: Ark Start John Keats celebrates its first year
29 July 2026 -
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