Little Hayes
Welcome to Little Hayes Nursery School. We are one of twelve local authority-maintained nursery schools in Bristol offering high-quality early years education for 2, 3 and 4-year-olds.
Little Hayes has been at the heart of the local Fishponds community since 1957. The site was originally an open green space enclosed by a hedge, hence the name, from the old English word hayes for hedge. In its long history, the nursery has been attended by several generations of many local families and some of our staff were former parents and pupils. We are always excited to welcome back families, meet new siblings and offer fantastic learning opportunities to the next generation of learners.
We strive to provide a welcoming, nurturing, family centred provision and are proud of the role Little Hayes has played in the local community for over 60 years.
Contact Little Hayes Nursery School
Little Hayes Nursery School
Symington Road
Fishponds
Bristol
BS16 2LL
For queries and enquiries, contact the office
Email: littlehayesn@bristol-schools.uk
Tel: 0117 903 0405
Headteacher: Jet Davis
Chair of Governors: Jill Gettrup
SENDCo: Natalie Williams
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Tanya Tooby
The amazing staff have helped my child so much through her time at nursery. She’s a shy girl around new people and new environments, etc, and certain things can be hard for her to deal with; however, they have helped her grow so much, so I really appreciate all they do.
She is absolutely thriving now!
They have been so understanding and supportive and really allowed my child to be herself from day one. My child attended another setting previously and always asked not to go, since coming to Little Hayes she bounds in with a smile everyday (and asks to come on extra days!) I value how well staff know the children and how attuned they are to their needs.
News and Updates from Little Hayes Nursery School
In Willow Room We Are Learning… (September 2024)
We Are Learning... To Settle, Build Relationships and Find Out How to Learn in a Group. We have been busy re-settling returning children as well as welcoming new children and their families. We have been finding out which groups we are in and where we meet. We are...
Parent and Carer Survey
We really hope you and your child have enjoyed your time at nursery this year. We value your views and we use your comments and suggestions to improve our service and inform any future plans. We are trying a new way to gather views with a short parent and carers...
Little Hayes Nursery School Term 6 Newsletter
Dear Parents and Carers, It has been such a pleasure getting to know you and your children this year and being part of their learning journey. We really value your feedback and we would appreciate it if you could complete a short survey to help us be even...
Come and Join Our Bear Hunt Story-Telling Activity at Little Hayes
This term we have been reading We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. We have read the book, been on bear hunts in the garden and learned to retell the story using story maps. We watched the author Michael Rosen re-telling the story using sounds and actions. The children...
Imaginative play with The Travelling Light Theatre Company
Practitioners from Travelling Light Theatre Company (https://www.travellinglighttheatre.org.uk/take-part/schools/) have been at Little Hayes over the past few Mondays, delivering some creative arts and storytelling activities for the children. The project, called...
Music with Ellie
This term we are delighted to welcome Ellie, an early year's music specialist from Bristol Beacon. She is joining us on Thursday mornings for musical exploration in both Oak and Willow rooms. We are learning new songs, playing instruments together and dancing in lots...
Ofsted Inspection of Little Hayes Nursery School
Dear Parents and Carers, We are writing to let you know the outcome of the Ofsted inspection at Little Hayes Nursery School on 14th and 15th May 2024. The Ofsted inspectors recognised that there are many areas of good practice. They have reported: “The school is...
In Willow Room We Are Learning… (June 2024)
We Are Learning... To use Fine and Gross Motor Movements with Confidence, Purpose and Joy According to the Chief Medical Officer, children under 5 need 180 minutes of physical activity each day!This term we are getting active. We will be reading stories linked to...
Helpful Hints to Support Your Child’s Transition to Nursery and School
Some of our children will be moving on to reception in September. We will be reading books about starting school, finding out which school they will be going to and which friends will be joining them. We will be noticing similarities and differences between nursery...
In Oak Room We Are Learning… (Term 6, 2024)
We Are Learning... To use Fine and Gross Motor Movements with Confidence, Purpose, and Joy According to the Chief Medical Officer, children under five need 180 minutes of physical activity each day!This term we are getting active. We will be building and attempting...