Starting Primary School
If your child was born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022 or your child has an agreement to delay entry to primary education until September 2026, you need to apply for a new reception school place to your home local authority. You need to apply by 15 January...
Important Health Notice: Measles Outbreak in Bristol
We are sharing an important letter from Bristol City Council's Deputy Director of Public Health regarding a recent measles outbreak in our local area. Between January and May 2025, Bristol recorded 47 confirmed cases of measles, making it the area with the highest...
Free Parenting Programme for Our Local Families
Bristol Family Hubs are offering a fantastic opportunity for parents and carers of children aged 1-3 years in our local area. The Incredible Years Toddler Programme is a free 12-week course running from 23rd September to 16th December at Oldbury Court Children's...
Digital Safety
In today's world, many of our early years children are already familiar with tablets, smartphones and other devices - whether they have their own or borrow from parents to play games, use apps and watch their favourite shows. While technology offers fantastic learning...
Keeping Your Child Safe During School Holidays
As the school holidays approach, we wanted to share a fantastic resource that can help parents and carers keep their children safe and engaged during time away from school. Staying Safe Out of School This comprehensive collection of resources offers practical guidance...
Local Family Support Programme – Strengthening Families
Parents and carers may be interested in a free, inclusive course starting locally this autumn. Wellspring Settlement is running "Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities" every Thursday from 25th September 2025 for 12 sessions at their Settlement Site on...
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...
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...
Young Children and Sleep Routines
We all know that a well-rested child is a happier, more engaged learner. Here at Little Hayes and Speedwell Nursery Schools, we often hear from parents about sleep challenges with their young children. Whether your child struggles to settle down at bedtime or...
The Big Brush Club Oral Health Webinars
The Big Brush Club are hosting live oral health improvement webinars during December and January for early years providers and parents/guardians. These sessions will provide valuable information on how to support children aged 0-11 years to have the best oral health...