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Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · 3d

Molly Devlin (Director of Early Years) and Vickee Twort (Executive Primary Head at Ark Victoria Academy) explore why boosting attendance in the early years is critical - and share four strategies that are already making a measurable impact.
💭 Read their @theeef.bsky.social blog: tinyurl.com/373asuce

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Education Endowment Foundation @theeef.bsky.social · 6d

📚 New blog

Molly Devlin and Vickee Twort (@arkschools.bsky.social) share four proven ways to build strong early years attendance — from building family relationships to whole-school strategies.

🔗 Read: https://eef.li/4NBNkU

For more support, join this webinar: ow.ly/bLJr50X7Kcp

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Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · 9d

The day was a powerful reminder of how the arts can transform learning.
Huge thanks to the @lyrichammersmith.bsky.social for giving our students the opportunity to experience drama beyond the classroom. This project is part of the Ark Culture programme, supported by the Clore Duffield Foundation.

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · 9d

🎭 Curtains up on creativity as Ark students take the stage!
Last month, the @lyrichammersmith.bsky.social came alive with energy and imagination as 175 Year 10s launched their Drama GCSE journey with a full day of workshops and performances on the main stage.
📸 Genevieve Girling

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Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · 17d

♻️ ⚡ Last week, Ark Victoria Academy welcomed Jess Phillips MP and a host of local employers for a pioneering solar energy and green careers showcase – inspiring students to see themselves as future leaders in sustainability.
Read more: tinyurl.com/4kfhwhky

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mrrandtindal.bsky.social @mrrandtindal.bsky.social · 22d

We are ready to represent #teamtindal at Ark's regional football tournament today! ⚽🏆 @arktindal

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Miss Hussain @ahussaintindal.bsky.social · 21d

Reception had a fantastic time meeting Phoebe today and learned all about how to interact safely with her.
We had a pawsome time! 🐾
@arktindal.bsky.social

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Ark Tindal Primary Academy @arktindal.bsky.social · 21d

🍽️Another delicious community meal thanks to @foodcycle.bsky.social 🍽️

Join us again next Thursday at 4.30pm!

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Mrs Khan @mrskhantindal.bsky.social · Sep 15

We have been awarded a Reading for Pleasure Silver Quality Mark, and as you can see, we are very excited! 📚❤️ @arktindal.bsky.social @uklitassociation.bsky.social @teresacremin.bsky.social @openuni-rfp.bsky.social

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Dr Smith @smithtindal.bsky.social · Sep 11

We absolutely love this time of year at @arktindal.bsky.social. A bumper harvest of apples and pears with lots more to come. Look out for crumble appearing at lunchtime next week! #gardeningclub #TeamTindal @eco-schools.bsky.social @thesoilassociation.bsky.social

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Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Aug 21

✨ Congratulations to all our Year 11 students receiving their GCSE results today!
Across the Ark network, results have improved this year - with 69% of students achieving grades 9-4 in both English and maths.
🔗 shorturl.at/7HEnL

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Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Aug 15

🚀Congratulations to our Year 13s on their A level and BTEC success!
We're excited to see hundreds of Ark students secure places in top universities and sought-after apprenticeships. There are countless stories of determination and exceptional achievement across our schools.
🔗 shorturl.at/zpylK

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Aug 14

🎉 Today’s A level and BTEC results showcase the exceptional achievements of our Year 13s. Across Ark, 74% of students achieved A* to C or equivalent in their A level and BTEC Level 3 subjects - a 9 percentage point improvement on last year.
Discover more: shorturl.at/zpylK

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Aug 7

💬 "The heavy emphasis on traditional texts and high-stakes exams in the current curriculum does little to bridge the gaps. In fact, it often amplifies them."
In Schools Week, Leandri Dannhauser, Network Lead for English, explores how we can develop a more inclusive curriculum.
🔗 tinyurl.com/mwztkjhu

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Aug 5

🎉 We're delighted to be awarded Research Mark Plus - the highest recognition for schools and trusts with a deeply embedded research culture.
This @collegeofteaching.bsky.social accreditation reflects Ark's commitment to evidence-based practice, strong CPD and sector-leading collaboration.

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Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Jul 16

✨Ark primary schools achieve excellent SATs outcomes✨
Across the network, 78% of pupils achieved the expected standard or above in reading, writing and maths - 16 percentage points higher than the national average of 62%.
➡️ tinyurl.com/mr3bx4v3

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Jul 11

🎉We’re delighted to announce that Ark has been recognised in this year's @thetimes.com 'Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers' - the only multi-academy trust in the UK in the rankings.
Discover more: tinyurl.com/4maj5za8

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Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Jul 11

📱In partnership with Life Lessons, we’re piloting a new PSHE curriculum that helps our youngest pupils develop responsible, age-appropriate digital behaviours.
In @tesmagazine.bsky.social, Daniela Grasso shares five steps primary schools can take to support early intervention.
tinyurl.com/bj2unh67

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Jul 4

In @nurseryworld.bsky.social, Sarah Charlton, Head of Teaching and Learning at Ark Start, and Rachael Gillies, Assistant Principal at Ark Byron Primary Academy, share how a strong start in Reception lays the foundation for success in Year 6 and beyond.
tinyurl.com/3wfyw68h

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Jul 4

Today, 3,500 colleagues from across the Ark network came together to focus entirely on professional development✨
Our PE teachers brought energy and innovation to Ark Acton Academy, where they explored new ways to engage students through touch rugby, cricket, and even pickleball!
#ArkNetworkDay

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Jul 1

🎓 Class of 2025 – congratulations!
Last week, more than 180 new teachers officially completed the Ark Teacher Training programme. Trainees came together at King Solomon Academy to celebrate and reflect on their journey so far. We’re so excited to see what they achieve.
🔗 tinyurl.com/4m2wmrkj

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St Anne's College, Outreach @stannesoutreach.bsky.social · Jul 1

We spent a hot morning at @arkschools.bsky.social Ark All Saints running yesterday running sessions on higher education explained with their Year 7s, and university and future choices for Year 10 - thank you for having us 🌞 #OxOutreach

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Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Jun 25

Ark is the top-performing large multi-academy trust (MAT) for A-level progress, and the highest-performing MAT of any size for Applied General progress at key stage 5.
In @schoolsweek.bsky.social, James Lovell outlines the key drivers for success in post-16 education.
🔗 tinyurl.com/42p6356y

Ark Schools @arkschools.bsky.social · Jun 16

⭐️Huge congratulations to Kate Donovan, Teaching Assistant at Ark Dickens Primary Academy, who has received the Inclusion and Diversity Award at the Teach Portsmouth Awards 2025!⭐️
Discover more: tinyurl.com/mshtpazh
#TeachPortsmouth

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EdCity @edcity-uk.bsky.social · Jun 5

📚 Are you leading primary English across a multi-academy trust?

Join @liftschools.org and @arkschools.bsky.social for their first in-person networking event - designed specifically for trust-wide English leads.

🗓️ Friday 11 July | 📍 EdCity
🔗 rb.gy/2tzofv

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