Spaces for September 2024
We have a few spaces remaining for 2-year-olds and 3-year-olds for September 2024, so please apply quickly to secure a place.
Please click here to learn more about how to apply for free childcare if you're working.
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.
Please click here to learn more about how to apply for free childcare if you're working.
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.
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
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease and Chicken Pox
We are writing to inform you we have received several confirmed cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) among children at Hartcliffe Nursery School. We understand this can be concerning, so we want to provide you with the latest information and advice. What is...
School Photos
School photographs will be taken on Wednesday, 4th December, from 8:00am. Siblings are welcome to come along and have their photos taken too.
Primary School Places for 2025
If your child was born between 1st September 2020 and 31st August 2021, you will need to apply for a school place by 15th January 2025. You can visit the Bristol City Council website to learn more and apply. If you have any problems, please pop in and see us, and we...
Hartcliffe Nursery School Newsletter – Issue 1 – September 2024
A big welcome back to everyone and a big welcome to you if you have just arrived! We hope you’ve all had a brilliant summer and made some lovely memories. We are looking forward to welcoming you all back to nursery and welcoming some new friends to come, stay and play...
Hot School Meals Menus – Autumn/Winter Term 2024
Early Years Catering, a local catering provider, provides lunches for Hartcliffe Nursery School and delivers hot meals daily. We serve lunches at the table with adults sitting alongside the children, and it is an excellent chance for the children to eat...
Community Learning Courses and Events – September 2024
Bristol Community Learning has a number of courses and events coming up in September and beyond. You can find more information on their website. Bristol Community Learning is part of Bristol City Council’s Employment, Skills and Learning team. They set up a wide range...
Upcoming Events
Learning Blog
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
Primary School Places for 2025
If your child was born between 1st September 2020 and 31st August 2021, you will need to apply for a school place by 15th January 2025. You can visit the Bristol City Council website to learn more and apply. If you have any problems, please pop in and see us, and we...
News From the Rooms
Owls Update – April 2024 (Terms 3 and 4)
World Book Day 2024 World Book Day is always an amazing day and this year our Owls came in all...
Hedgehogs Update – April 2024 (Term 4 Update)
Shhhhhh…. Peace at Last! This term we have been exploring the story ‘Peace at last!’ It’s about...
Woodpeckers Update – March 2024 (Term 4 Highlights)
In term four in Woodpeckers class we’ve been welcoming new friends, showing them all our current...
Squirrels Update – March 2024 (Developing Core Strength and Mathematical Language at the MUGA)
Squirrel class have had a wonderful time developing their core strength by pulling themselves up...
Butterflies Update – March 2024 (Term 4 Update)
Pancakes!!! To start Term 4, we celebrated Shrove Tuesday by making pancakes. We discussed why we...