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
Hartcliffe Oak Room Explores Sensory Learning and Child-Led Discovery
Children in Oak Room have loved exploring the oats as part of our sensory story "Goldilocks and the Three Bears." They have been feeling the oats falling through their hands, using a range of different sized spoons and bowls to explore filling, tipping, and feeding...
Cherry Room Term Review and Looking Ahead
Cherry Room has been exploring paint using different tools including our bodies, starting to give meaning to marks we make whilst developing early mark-making skills. The children have been learning about mixing colours together to make new ones, discovering how...
February 2026 Half Term Break
A reminder to all parents and carers that half term is next week and Hartcliffe Nursery School will be closed. We will reopen on Monday, 23rd February. If you are looking for activities to do with your children, take a look at the half-term timetable from South...
Important Product Recall: Aptamil and Cow & Gate Infant Formula
The Food Standards Agency is asking parents, early years settings and caregivers to check their infant formula against specific batches of Aptamil and Cow & Gate products that have been recalled by Danone. The recall has been issued due to potential cereulide...
Directions Free Course
Feeling stuck? It can happen to anyone! This practical course will help you find your feet and a new DIRECTION. Healthy Eating and Cooking Staying healthy and keeping fit Stress management Wellbeing Friday mornings starting 27th February 2026 at Symes Resource Centre,...
Traffic Disruption – 23rd January 2026
Hartcliffe roundabout is closed due to flooding and is causing traffic disruptions. Please plan your trips accordingly when collecting your children.
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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
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...
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Growing Beans and Exploring Stories in Woodpeckers
The children in Woodpeckers have been busy planting and caring for their own bean plants. They are...
Nursery Rooms Explore Growing – Spring 2025
We have been exploring growing in the Nursery classes this term. We started with our core story,...
Nursery Rooms Explore Growing – Spring 2025
We have been exploring growing in the Nursery classes this term. We started with our core story,...











