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.
Newsletter – October 2025
In October’s newsletter, you can read about how the children have been settling into their new key groups and exploring the nursery environment. We share highlights from each class, including favourite books, nature activities, and creative projects, along with key...
Toddler Talk with the Bristol Early Years Speech and Language Therapy Team
For parents with children under the age of 3 years old, join our free online session, exploring how we can support language development through songs, book sharing, play and routines. The next session is on the 24th of October 2025, starting at 1.30pm running until...
Autumn Adventures in the Oak Room
This term has been full of rich experiences and joyful learning in the Oak Room at St Philips Marsh Nursery School. The children have been settling into their key groups, building friendships and developing a strong sense of belonging—an important part of their...
We’re Hiring a School Meals Supervisory Assistant at St Philips Marsh Nursery School
Do you enjoy working with children? Do you have a little bit of time each day when you would be available to work? This is an excellent chance for someone within the community to join our friendly and supportive team. We are looking for someone to join the SMSA team,...
Newsletter – September 2025
Welcome to all our new children and families, and welcome back to our returners. We hope you enjoyed your summer holidays. The children are settling in well, making new friends, getting to know their key person and exploring their new environment. In this month's...
Important Health Notice: Measles Outbreak in Bristol
We've received an urgent letter from Bristol City Council's Deputy Director of Public Health regarding a recent measles outbreak in our area. Between January and May 2025, Bristol recorded 47 confirmed measles cases - more than any other area in England. The letter...






