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
Come to Our Scholastic Book Fair!
We are excited to be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair at Hartcliffe Nursery School, running from Thursday 9th July to Wednesday 15th July at Reception. There will be a brilliant range of books available for all ages, and every book you buy helps earn free books for our...
Nursery Open as Usual This Week – Week of 3rd July 2026
We would like to reassure families that Hartcliffe Nursery School will remain open as usual this week, as there are currently no weather warnings in place. We are following all guidance on keeping children safe during hot weather and will continue to monitor the...
Free Summer Crafts at South Bristol Family Hub Hartcliffe
Starting on Friday 19th June 2026, come along to South Bristol Family Hub Hartcliffe (BS13 0JW) to join a free summer crafts course. We will decorate plates and planters, make candles, create rag wreaths and much more! The course starts at 9.15am and finishes at...
Free Supper Club at Hartcliffe City Farm
Hartcliffe City Farm runs a free Supper Club every Thursday during term time, offering a lovely after-school activity for families to enjoy together. Taking place in the Education Room at the farm from 3:30pm to 5:30pm, the evening gives children and families the...
Free Community Learning Courses and ESOL Assessment Day at South Bristol Family Hub
Community Learning is hosting a free information, advice and enrolment event at South Bristol Family Hub in Hartcliffe on Tuesday 14th July, from 8:30am to 2:30pm, giving local families a chance to find out about a wide range of free courses available in the area. The...
Join The Children’s Kitchen Food Sessions at Hartcliffe!
Are you finding it tricky to find healthy, affordable food that your child will actually eat? The Children's Kitchen is running weekly food sessions every Wednesday morning from 8.30 to 10am in the Badger Room, and we would love to see you there! Come and cook with...
Advice and Support
Reminder: 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...
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...
Solihull Approach Parenting
The Solihull Approach is about emotional health and wellbeing for all children, their parents, carers, and grandparents. They are passionate about sensitive relationships, early years support and understanding brain development to help nurture kind, emotionally aware...
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.
News From the Rooms
Focus Stories: Hedgehogs and Owls (May 2025)
In the Hedgehog and Owl Rooms, our next focus story is Shh! We Have a Plan. We will be sharing...
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Woodpeckers Update – March 2024 (Term 4 Highlights)
In term four in Woodpeckers class we’ve been welcoming new friends, showing them all our current...
From Seed to Sprout: Beech and Chestnut Explore Broad Beans
Beech and Chestnut Rooms at Hartcliffe Nursery School have been getting into gardening this week,...
From Seed to Sprout: Beech and Chestnut Explore Broad Beans
Beech and Chestnut Rooms at Hartcliffe Nursery School have been getting into gardening this week,...