Welcome to theBristol Nursery SchoolsWebsite
Bristol has twelve Maintained Nursery Schools, all of which are valued and held in high regard by their communities. Bristol is proud of its long history of Maintained Nursery Schools, some of which have served for the best part of one hundred years!
Nursery schools are a key element of the early year’s sector within Bristol’s education system offering exceptional provision, rigour and accountability within the areas of most need across the city.
Why choose aNursery Schoolfor early years education?
Expert Teaching, Exceptional Outcomes
Led by qualified teachers with specialized early years expertise, Bristol Maintained Nursery Schools provide exceptional early education that gives children a strong foundation for future learning. Research shows children who attend these nurseries achieve better outcomes, with many catching up to age-appropriate development despite entering below expectations. The high-quality play-based curriculum, delivered by passionate practitioners under teacher guidance, transforms children’s lives by focusing on individual needs and creating engaging learning environments.
Family-Centered Community Support
Bristol Maintained Nursery Schools excel at supporting the whole family, not just the child. Through strong partnerships with other agencies and early intervention approaches, they ensure families are heard, understood, and appropriately supported. Each nursery sits at the heart of its community, understanding local needs and offering individualized services tailored to each unique child and family situation. This community-centered approach creates an environment where lifelong learning is valued and nurtured from the earliest years.
A Heritage of Educational Excellence
With a proud history spanning nearly a century in some cases, Bristol’s twelve Maintained Nursery Schools contribute significantly to early years education beyond their own walls. They actively share expertise and best practices through professional development training, enhancing quality across all early years providers throughout Bristol. This commitment to excellence extends their impact locally, nationally, and even internationally, helping to establish Bristol as a leader in early childhood education innovation and quality.
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What's happening acrossBristol Nursery Schools
Developing Communication and Language Through Storytelling at Hartcliffe Nursery School
Hartcliffe Nursery School has developed a comprehensive storytelling policy and approach that places communication and language at the heart of children's learning. Communication and language is Hartcliffe Nursery School's priority and key to enabling every child...
Term 2 Learning at Cashmore Early Years Centre
Cashmore Early Years Centre children have been learning about Bonfire Night and Diwali this term, exploring stories, songs and creative activities across all groups. All groups have been learning about Bonfire Night and Diwali through hands-on creative experiences....
Mathematical Exploration and Creative Expression at St Philip’s Marsh Nursery School
St Philip's Marsh Nursery School children have been exploring mathematics, creative mark-making, seasonal changes and emotional development this month. Oak Class children have been exploring mathematics through engaging hands-on activities. Children have sustained...
Exploring Space in Beech and Willow Rooms at Filton Avenue Nursery School
Beech and Willow Rooms at Filton Avenue Nursery School have been learning about space through an immersive projection experience. The children watched a projection of space on the ceiling, creating an immersive experience that brought the wonders of the universe...
Clay Training Across Three Bristol Nursery Schools
Staff from The Limes Nursery School, Rosemary Nursery School and St Werburgh's Park Nursery School came together on Friday to attend training led by Pete Moorhouse on clay. Staff had an opportunity to learn more about how clay can be used with children in a variety...
Learning Through Play and Exploration at Knowle West Nursery School
Knowle West Nursery School children have been engaging in sensory exploration, seasonal observations and active physical play across all rooms this month. Fox Room has read the story "Peck, Peck, Peck!" and children enjoyed looking for the holes in each page,...
Birds of Prey Visit at Little Hayes Nursery School
Little Hayes Nursery School welcomed Paul from Birds of Prey Discovery with Flo the barn owl and Pip the little owl for an amazing and informative session. Paul brought Flo, the barn owl who is 15 years old, and Pip, the little owl, who is 8 years old. The children...
Exciting Owl Visit at Speedwell Nursery School
Speedwell Nursery School had an exciting day when Paul visited with his barn owl, Flo, and little owl, Pip, sparking curiosity and developing children's understanding of these fascinating birds of prey. The children had really interesting questions to ask about the...
Building, Creating and Exploring at The Limes Nursery School
The Limes Nursery School children have been engaging in construction projects, creative storytelling and mathematical exploration this month. Willow Room children showed an interest in building bridges with blocks and large loose parts, which was expanded by...
Spider Making Workshops at Ilminster Avenue Nursery School
Ilminster Avenue Nursery School has held spider making workshops across Star Room, Raindrops Room and Rainbows Room, bringing families into nursery to experience the learning their children are involved in. The spider making workshops provided an opportunity for...