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
Term 5 in Butterflies
In Term 5, the children in Butterfly Class became gardeners and explored how to grow seeds into plants. We explored seeds by cutting up fruit and vegetables and finding them inside. We then planted different seeds and thought about what they might...
5 to Thrive Group
The Family Support Team at Hartcliffe Children’s Centre are launching their 5 to Thrive Group on Tuesday 13th June. Each session will have a range of fun activities for you and your child to do together along with some easy to access content around your child's brain...
Family Support Timetable
Hartcliffe Children’s Centre provides family support services for communities in the Hartlciffe and Withywood areas in the South Bristol. Below is the latest Family Support Timetable with the groups, courses and events on offer. You can find additional information on...
Our Telephone Number
UPDATE - 11:29am: Earlier today, we were experiencing a fault with our main telephone number. This issue has now been resolved. You can now call us again on our usual number, 0117 903 8633, should you wish to phone us. You can also contact us by email through the...
Hats and Suncream
We are so happy to see the sun shining at Hartcliffe Nursery School. The children are having a lot of fun playing outside and exploring nature. However, we also want to ensure they are safe and comfortable in the warmer weather. That’s why we ask you to provide your...
Position Filled: Early Years Teacher
Update 9/6/23: This position has now been filled. Keep checking our website for further opportunities. Contract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Part TimeSalary: MPS Would you like to work with a motivated and forward looking team to make a difference to the children...
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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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