School life at Ark Ayrton
We can't wait to welcome you to our school, here are some of the things you can expect when you join our vibrant community.
![Students walking in playground](/sites/default/files/styles/custom_crop_xxs_max_1x/public/2022-08/Ayrton_0052_Home%20top.jpg.webp?itok=ucXL5Wij)
Excellent pastoral support
We have a dedicated Pastoral Team – ‘The Caring Crew’ – who are on hand to support the children with social, emotional, and well-being needs. Our on-site kitchen take pride in preparing fresh, healthy lunches for pupils every day.
![Teacher and nursery students reading](/sites/default/files/styles/call_to_action_xxs_max_1x/public/2022-08/Ayrton_0017_Nursery%20selling%20point%208.jpg.webp?itok=X6Pv8nw7)
Ark Music Programme
Designed to foster a life-long love of music, the Ark Music Programme offers a wealth of experience for all pupils at all levels, including an annual Music Gala where pupils have the opportunity to perform at a national level.
![Final performance of the Ark Music Gala 2022 at the Barbican](/sites/default/files/styles/call_to_action_xxs_max_1x/public/2022-07/Ark%20Network.jpg.webp?itok=LOOTwoAr)
State-of-the-art digital resources
Every child from Year 3 receives a Chromebook and access to a range of high-quality digital resources.
![Students on laptop](/sites/default/files/styles/call_to_action_xxs_max_1x/public/2022-08/Ayrton_0030_Selling%20point%202%20digital.jpg.webp?itok=EjhIaLWC)
Part of Ark Schools Network
Ark schools have an proven record of continually improving learner outcomes.
![Students in lesson](/sites/default/files/styles/call_to_action_xxs_max_1x/public/2022-08/Ayrton_0031_Selling%20point%201.jpg.webp?itok=uM-NCzgB)
Highly trained, passionate staff
A teacher affects a pupil's achievement more than any other factor. As part of Ark Schools, our teachers access sector-leading training and expertise from across the network.
![Teacher in nursery lesson](/sites/default/files/styles/call_to_action_xxs_max_1x/public/2022-08/Ayrton_0022_Nursery%20selling%20point%203.jpg.webp?itok=yFn4bBXR)
World-expanding extracurricular offer
Life at our Academy is so much more than just lessons. Whether learning an instrument, taking part in a school performance, representing the school at sport, or something else entirely, we are confident every pupil will find an extra-curricular activity they love at our school.
![Student in art lesson](/sites/default/files/styles/call_to_action_xxs_max_1x/public/2022-08/Ayrton_0026_Selling%20point%206.jpg.webp?itok=YsvlbeN3)