Final Phase of Childcare Expansion: Get 30 Hours Childcare – Apply Now
From this September, 15 hours childcare for working families with children under 3 will expand to 30 hours, meaning eligible working families can now apply for 30 hours of childcare from the term after their child turns 9 months until they reach school age. This...
St Philip’s Marsh – Engagement on Emerging Ideas for Change – Open until 31st July
Bristol Temple Quarter are seeking feedback on ideas for how St Philip’s Marsh could change in the future. You can view potential scenarios and give feedback using the link below (open until the 31st of July). The team are also hosting pop-ups, community events and...
Muddy Fun and Healthy Smiles in Oak Room
The children in Oak Room have been thoroughly enjoying the recent spring rain and downpours, which have transformed our outdoor mud pit into an even muddier playground. This enhanced muddy environment has provided fantastic opportunities for rich sensory exploration,...
Free Parenting Support Groups Available in Bristol
Bristol Family Hubs are offering free parenting groups for families with children aged 0-8 years, including the "Parenting Puzzle" programme specifically designed for parents of 0-5-year-olds. These professionally led workshops cover essential topics such as...
Local Play Workshop Opportunity for Families
We're excited to share details of an excellent free workshop happening locally that might interest our families! The University of Bristol is hosting an interactive children's play workshop on Saturday, 14th June from 10 am - 2:30 pm at the Travelling Light Theatre...
Fir Class Explores Nature Through Gardening and Mini Beast Investigations
The children in Fir class have been deeply engaged in hands-on gardening experiences this term, developing their understanding of plant growth and life cycles. They have enthusiastically planted seeds, tended to their garden plots, and celebrated the successful...
Oak Room Explores Nature’s Treasures in Sunny Garden Adventures
The children in Oak Room at St Philip's Marsh Nursery School have been making the most of the beautiful sunny weather by exploring natural resources and creating stunning transient art and patterns in the garden. Using wooden cable reels as their canvas, our young...
Join the Big Brush Club Competition and Oral Health Webinars!
Big Brush Competition - Singing and Colouring for Healthy Smiles! St Philip's Marsh Nursery School is excited to share an opportunity for our families to participate in NHS England's Big Brush Club competition! This initiative aims to raise awareness about the...
Newsletter – May 2025
In this month's newsletter from St Philip's Marsh Nursery School, we celebrate the arrival of Term 5 and the signs of spring emerging in our garden. You'll find updates from all four classes - Elm, Beech, Oak, and Fir - where children have been enjoying Easter...
Working Parents: Unlock 30 Hours Free Childcare From September
Starting this September, 15 hours of childcare for working families with children under three will be expanded to 30 hours. Eligible working families can now apply for 30 hours of childcare from the term after their child turns 9 months until they reach school age...
Starting Reception – A Guide
Starting Reception has compiled a helpful guide for parents/carers of children starting school in September. Your child's journey to school starts at home We understand that all children develop at their own pace, and that we're all learning from birth. When it's time...
Oak Room News: Exploring Nature Through Minibeasts and Gardening
Minibeasts Galore! This term, the children in Oak Room have been immersed in the fascinating world of minibeasts! Our young explorers have been venturing into the garden, eagerly searching under logs and stones to discover the tiny creatures that call our outdoor...