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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 through activities such as leaf collecting, puddle jumping, and sensory play. The newsletter includes updates from each age group,...
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...
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,...
Cashmore Zebra and Tiger Group Term 1 Update
Hello to all returning children and a big welcome to all the new families! This term has been focusing on settling in and building relationships with key adults. We have been settling into the routines of nursery and exploring all the resources in continuous provision...
Cashmore Giraffe and Hippo Group Term 1 Update
Hello to all returning children and a big welcome to all the new families! This term has been focusing on settling in and building relationships with key adults. We have been settling into the routines of nursery and exploring all the resources in continuous provision...
Newsletter – September 2025
A very warm welcome to all children returning to nursery and to the children starting nursery for the first time! This term, our priority is to help children get to know their Key People and other children. Staff are helping the children to find what they need to be...
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...
Free Cooking Sessions – Perfect for Local Parents & Carers!
Looking for a fun way to learn new recipes and meet neighbours? These free drop-in cooking sessions are ideal for parents looking to expand their family meals or caregivers exploring dishes from different cultures. No booking needed - turn up any Thursday between...
Primary School Applications Now Open for 2026-2027
If your child was born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022, you'll need to apply for a primary school place by 15 January 2026. Bristol City Council's application guide covers everything you need to know about the process, from school visits to application...
Bristol Family Hubs Parenting Groups
Spaces are still available on upcoming Bristol Parenting Groups this term! See below some information from Bristol Children’s Centres about their FREE parenting programmes. Are you pregnant or a parent of a 0 – 8 year old? Would you like to add ideas and...
Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities Thursday Sessions at the Wellspring Settlement
Running every Thursday, starting on the 18th of September, at the Wellspring Settlement on Ducie Road, you can join a free, inclusive course to help parents and carers raise happy, confident children, from babies to teens. For more information or to book a space on...
Parenting Puzzle Free 4 Week Group
A parenting group for parents of children aged 0 – 5 years old, run by qualified staff at your local Children’s Centre. The group consists of four workshops covering a variety of subjects at The Wellspring Settlement on Ducie Road, starting on Thursday, the 25th of...