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
Nature Exploration and Hands-On Learning at Rosemary Nursery School
Children across both classes at Rosemary Nursery School have been exploring the natural world and engaging in hands-on learning this month through outdoor discovery, sensory play and mathematical activities. In Class 1, children have been making the most of the...
Sensory Exploration and Cultural Celebrations at Redcliffe Nursery School
Children at Redcliffe Nursery School have been enjoying a sensory visit to Super Sense Bristol and celebrating Khmer New Year and Bangla New Year this month, exploring new spaces and learning about diverse cultural traditions. The nursery visited Super Sense...
Rich Curriculum Experiences at St Pauls Nursery School
Children at St Pauls Nursery School are experiencing a curriculum full of challenging projects and interesting tools this month, from out-and-about city trips to creative work with an artist-in-residence and exploration in a new music room. Out-and-about...
Builders at Work: Beech Class Gets Constructing at St Philip’s Marsh
Beech Class at St Philip's Marsh Nursery School has caught the building bug recently, with the team following the children's lead and making some exciting changes to the classroom. It all started with the bricks, with children building towers, giggling as they...
Keeping the Rhythm in Beech Room at Hartcliffe Nursery School
Children in Beech Room at Hartcliffe Nursery School have been enjoying playing instruments and singing favourite songs this month, having great fun experimenting with sound and keeping the rhythm as they played along. These musical experiences help children develop...
Henna, Saltdough and an Egg in a Welly Boot: Eid and Easter at Cashmore Early Years Centre
Children across all groups at Cashmore Early Years Centre have had a wonderful time this month celebrating both Eid and Easter through creative activities, storytelling and hands-on exploration. For Eid, the children have been creating glittery classroom...
Sensory Exploration in Bumblebee Room at Knowle West Nursery School
Children in Bumblebee Room at Knowle West Nursery School have been deeply engaged in hands-on sensory play this month, using their fingers to explore a wide range of materials whilst talking together about colour, texture, smell and how different materials make...
Outdoor Learning and Community Celebrations at St Werburgh’s Park Nursery School
Children at St Werburgh's Park Nursery School have been making the most of the good weather this month, enjoying outdoor play and learning alongside wonderful World Book Day and Eid celebrations. The children have been going on bug hunts, creating new obstacle...
Planting Sunflower and Carrot Seeds in Acorns Room at Filton Avenue Nursery School
Children in Acorns Room at Filton Avenue Nursery School have been sowing sunflower and carrot seeds this month, developing curiosity and understanding about growth and change over time. After planting the seeds, the children were keen to water them regularly and...
Speedwell Nursery School Shares Songs, Rhymes and Stories Resource
This month, Speedwell Nursery School is highlighting its Songs, Rhymes and Stories page, a rich online resource supporting music and language learning for children and families. The page brings together a wide collection of videos led by Ellie, the nursery’s...