At Hartcliffe Nursery School and Children’s Centre we believe all children and families have the right to be

Happy, Healthy Enthusiastic and Confident

At Hartcliffe Nursery School and Children’s Centre we believe all children and families have the right to be

Have high aspirations for themselves and expect the very best from us

Free Two-Year-Old Places

We have a number of free two-year-old places.

If you think your child is eligible for a free 2-year-old, 15-hour place please follow the link below and apply through the Bristol City Council website.

Register Your Interest for Children Aged 2-4

If your child is between 2 and 4 years old and you would like to find out more about what we offer, please contact us by phone (0117 903 8633) or email and arrange a visit or register your interest.

Welcome to Hartcliffe Nursery School And Children’s Centre

Welcome to the new Hartcliffe Nursery School and Children’s Centre website! Our nursery is a place where children can learn, grow, and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. We believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life, and we are committed to providing high-quality care and education to all of our children.

Our team of experienced and dedicated staff are passionate about what they do, and they work hard to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where children can feel happy, confident, and valued. We believe every child is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet each child’s individual needs. We are proud of our strong relationships with our families, and we look forward to welcoming you to our community.

A happy child, smiling.
A happy child, smiling.

Cate Peel, Headteacher

Meet the Team

Welcome to our amazing Nursery School, situated in the heart of Hartcliffe, in South Bristol.

We have a dedicated and caring staff who will get to know you and your child well. Each classroom provides an appropriately stimulating environment supported by carefully chosen resources and sensitive staff. Please do ask to come and take a look.

We really value ensuring each child has a voice and each parent feels heard. We have strong links with a range of other professionals to ensure your child has the very best experience at Hartcliffe Nursery School.

News and Events

Red Nose Day

Red Nose Day

We are celebrating Red Nose Day today at Hartcliffe Nursery School. Children are invited to wear red clothes or dress up, as part of Comic Relief's Do Something Funny for Money campaign. If you'd like to donate, you can visit: https://www.comicrelief.com/rednoseday/

World Book Day – Lisa as Mary Poppins

World Book Day – Lisa as Mary Poppins

In celebration of World Book Day, Lisa arrived at Hartcliffe Nursery School today dressed up as Mary Poppins! We were so impressed that we just had to share this photo with you. Learn more about our World Book Day celebrations here.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Learning Blog

Focus On: Mark Making

Focus On: Mark Making

In my last post, we explored the development of the physical skills needed to support early writing. These skills contribute to children’s ability to begin to make marks with confidence and control. In this post, we’re going to explore ‘mark making’, what it means and...

Advice and Support

SBCC Free Parenting Courses

SBCC Free Parenting Courses

South Bristol Children's Centres' Family Support Team are running several parenting courses at the Hartcliffe Family Hub. These free bookable courses are designed to support you during pregnancy and prepare you for birth and the post-birth period. Their various...

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