Welcome to St Philip’s Marsh Nursery School

We are a lively, flourishing Local Authority Nursery School in Bristol, serving children from 2 to 5 years old and their families. Our school has become the heart of our community, welcoming families who travel from many areas across Bristol to join us. What makes us special is our deeply inclusive ethos – we celebrate the diverse cultures, languages and life experiences that every family brings, creating a vibrant community where everyone belongs.

Our experienced team includes a Headteacher, Deputy Head, qualified teachers, Early Years Practitioners and support staff who are passionate about early years education. Each child is supported by a dedicated key person who gets to know them and their family well. We place children firmly at the heart of everything we do, using their interests to guide our activities and helping them develop language, social skills, self-confidence and independence. Through our broad, balanced curriculum, creative indoor spaces and wonderful outdoor garden, we give children the security and freedom they need to explore, learn and thrive. Whether your child needs support through visuals, Makaton, or early intervention groups, our skilled team ensures every child makes progress from their own starting point, building a strong foundation for their future learning journey.

Shaun in the City

Shaun in the City

We would like to express our thanks to Burges Salmon LLP (Solicitors) who kindly donated a Shaun in the City schools sculpture to the School. During Term 5 the children explored the theme of 'opposites'.  Activities included weaving and sewing and learning new...

Visit from Maureen and AJ

There was great excitement yesterday when Miss Maureen Rowley (our Community Governor) popped in for a visit with AJ (her guide dog).  Miss Rowley talked about how AJ helps her in her everyday life.  The children had the opportunity to stroke AJ and throw his...

Shaun in the City has arrived

Shaun in the City has arrived

We would like to extend a huge thank you to Burges Salmon LLP (a local legal firm) for purchasing a Shaun in the City school sculpture for us.  The children will be decorating the baa-rilliant sculpture in due course. Shaun the Sheep is starring in two ewe-nique...

Forest School 2015

As a result of the very successful Forest School experience at Arnos Vale last year we are offering the children this year a chance to gain valuable learning opportunities at Forest School. You will be receiving a letter shortly containing information regarding the...

Children exploring the new mud kitchen

Thank you to parents/carers who donated equipment and staff who came in during the Easter holidays to make the mud kitchen.  The kitchen has been designed with work tops at different levels, cupboards, sinks, shelves, a table and chairs, boxes full of various dry...

Well-attended Easter sing-alongs

Well-attended Easter sing-alongs

Thank you to all the parents/carers who came to our Easter sing-alongs on Monday morning and Friday afternoon.  The children sang the Spring-themed songs (including actions) enthusiastically, especially St Philip's favourite, 'Little Green Frog'. To see the photo...

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