Where people belong.
Where people belong.
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Linda
Branch Manager
Hollie
Part-time Teacher
Julia
Assistant Teacher
Linda
Branch Manager
Hollie
Part-time Teacher
Julia
Assistant Teacher
Linda studied Art and design and has worked in various creative industries ranging from graphic design, make-up artistry, illustration and set design, but her true love is teaching art. Prior to joining our team, Linda was teaching Art at a school in Dubai. Linda loves being back to visit the wonderful art museums of London and of course multiple trips to the West End to experience her other passion, musical theatre.
Hollie studied Fine Art and Art History at Oxford Brookes University and is an illustrator in her spare time. She also works in the West End as a Box Office assistant when not teaching. She believes everyone has a creative bone in their body and it’s just a case of finding what you love best!
Julia is a multidisciplinary artist particularly interested in painting, clay and textiles, passions present since childhood. This led to Art and Design Studies alongside oil painting mentoring. Prior to joining Art-K, she had been working with art commissions, from murals to portrait paintings. Being a big sister, working with kids comes naturally and joyfully, making this role perfect for her!
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Redefining What it Means to Learn Through Art
At art-K, we are passionate about nurturing creativity and building confidence through artistic expression. Our engaging weekly classes, workshops, events, and parties provide a supportive environment where students can grow in their artistic skills while embracing their unique abilities. We celebrate each student’s journey, fostering a community that values collaboration, self-discovery, and mutual support.
Our personalised teaching approach adapts to each student’s age, ability, and interests, ensuring that every individual feels seen and valued. We believe that art education goes beyond technique; it’s about instilling core values, enhancing self-esteem, and encouraging a sense of belonging. By celebrating our students’ successes together and welcoming their outside creations, we cultivate a culture of continuous learning and joy. At art-K, we’re redefining what it means to learn through art, and we’re dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of our students. Join us in discovering the transformative power of creativity!
What Sets Our Teachers Apart
We take great pride in ensuring that our teachers are highly qualified and trained to provide a safe, enriching environment for children. Our teachers are carefully selected for their qualifications and passion for art education, and they undergo extensive training to maintain a safe, welcoming environment.
Every staff member undergoes an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, so you can feel confident in the safety and trustworthiness of our team.
Our lead teachers are trained in first aid, ensuring that they can respond quickly and effectively to any minor incidents or emergencies that may arise during classes.
We follow a rigorous safer recruitment process, ensuring that only the best, most responsible individuals are selected to work with children.
Our team consists of educators with core skills in art education, many holding PGCEs (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) or QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
In addition to internal training, our staff work with both internal and external safeguarding consultants, ensuring that they can protect and support children in their care.
We work closely with occupational therapists and complete online training programs, equipping our staff with the knowledge and skills needed to support children with additional needs.
Inspiring Creativity and Achievement
Our Badge Programme, For the Love of Art, encourages students to take their creativity to the next level! Through fun and engaging challenges, children can earn badges as they master new techniques, show off their leadership, learn about new artists or visit galleries outside of class.
It’s a great way to motivate our students to grow their skills and showcase their achievements, all while having fun with art!
OFSTED Registered - Childcare Vouchers
To pay using Childcare Vouchers, please book by selecting Childcare Vouchers with PonchoPay on our booking platform (check the list of the current vouchers schemes we accept here below for further instructions). Please do not pay on booking if you intend to use Childcare Vouchers – we are unable to offer refunds.
Booking is automatically reconciled by PonchoPay system after 3-5 business days upon payment through parent’s scheme account:
- Care-4 – search by postcode (KT21 1AZ)
- Computer Share – search by account number: 0026674820
- Eden Red – search Carer Account P21293761
- Kiddivouchers – search by club name/postcode
- Sodexo – search by postcode or Carer ID: 910143
- Tax-Free Childcare/Government Childcare Choices/HMRC – search by postcode
Booking is manually reconciled by art-K Credit Control department, which might take 2-4 calendar weeks:
- Apple – Carer ID: CA00012398
- Busy Bees/Bravo Benefits – search by Ofsted Registration Number (2618788)
- Caboodle – search by postcode
- Enjoy Benefits – search account number: 27840
- Fair Care – search by account number: ARTKA721
- Fideliti – search by account number: ART019C
- Gemelli – search by Carer ID: AR6181
- Midcounties Cooperative (Coop) / ‘Flexible Benefits’ / Salary Extras – search by account number: 85121604
- Reward Gateway – search by Carer ID: 51035529180
PonchoPay will request to enter your card details during the process, but it won’t charge you unless you do not pay on time via your childcare voucher scheme user account.
If you are registered to another scheme not listed here, please get in touch at admin@art-k.co.uk
Please note, we cannot always guarantee that we can provide refunds for payments made using childcare vouchers – Selected providers such as Eden Red and Fideliti do not offer refunds. If in doubt, check with your childcare voucher provider before booking.
