Spaces for September 2025
Last few spaces for September 2025! Please register your interest or come in to complete a registration form.
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
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
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...
Butterflies Update – November 2024 (Term 1 Update)
Butterflies class have been working on developing their skills with tools and combining materials since September. They have developed perseverance, hand eye coordination, fine motor skills and how to plan and make their ideas come alive! The children are learning to...
Our Christmas Tree
A huge thank you to B&Q for donating a beautiful Christmas tree to Hartcliffe Nursery School. We'll add some additional photos once the tree has been decorated.
Our Christmas Party
Come and join in the fun at our Christmas Party. Beginning of the week children and families are invited to attend on Wednesday 18th December, 10:00am - 11:00am, and end of the week children and families are invited on Friday 20th December, 1:00pm - 2:00pm. 30 hours...
Inset Day Reminder
Remember, next Wednesday, November 27th, is an Inset Day at Hartcliffe Nursery School. The nursery is closed to all children for the afternoon session. Find more information on our Term Dates page.
We support the ‘City of Sanctuary’ vision that the UK will be a welcoming place of safety for all, and we are proud to offer sanctuary to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We endorse the City of Sanctuary Charter and agree to act in accordance with City of Sanctuary values and apply the network principles within our work (as far as our specific context enables us to).
We recognise the contribution of people seeking sanctuary. Sanctuary seekers are welcomed, included and supported within our context.
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Squirrels and Butterflies Cooking
Squirrels and Butterflies have been cooking today, getting hands-on with natural ingredients and...
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