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

Spaces for January 2025

Is your child turning 2 or 3 by December 31st? We have a few spaces remaining for 2-year-olds and 3-year-olds for January 2025, 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.

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

Positions Available: BG3 Early Years Support Workers

Positions Available: BG3 Early Years Support Workers

Hartcliffe Nursery School is a large and vibrant Early Years school in the heart of the community. We are looking to recruit  Early Years Support Workers to work alongside children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities. You will be a hard-working, caring, and...

Making Christmas Cards!

Making Christmas Cards!

All the children in Hartcliffe Nursery School have been getting festive and making their own Christmas cards this year! They were using paint, glue, glitter, and stickers. They created some beautiful Christmas tree cards. There was glitter everywhere! All the children...

Christmas Fair at The Gatehouse Centre

Christmas Fair at The Gatehouse Centre

The Christmas Fair at The Gatehouse Centre (BS13 9JN), aka Freeshop, will be taking place on 18th December, between 10:30am and 2:00pm. All families are welcome to attend the event, which will include a raffle, homemade gifts, Santa's grotto, and more. Free children's...

Our Children in Need Fundraising Result

Our Children in Need Fundraising Result

We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who helped us raise a fantastic £27.56 for Children in Need. The money will be used to help change the lives of children and disadvantaged communities across the UK. On Wednesday, November 13th, we invited all our...

Reminder: School Photos

Reminder: School Photos

A reminder that school photographs will be taken tomorrow, Wednesday, 4th December, from 8:00am. The photographers will be here all day, upstairs. If you would like photos with brothers and sisters, please come early, at 8:00am (morning session) and 12 noon (afternoon...

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

Primary School Places for 2025

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...

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