We received this beautiful testimonial from a parent that we wanted to share... End of an era... And just like that… my darling Dixie’s nursery days are over. 🥹💖 She started in Raindrops back in April 2023, completely non-verbal — but she settled quickly and truly...
On Tuesday the 29th of July, come on down to the Knowle West Health Park Community Fun Day, running from 11:00am to 3:00pm! For a fun filled day, including face painting, craft activities and circus fun with Circomedia. There’s a free lunch from 12:30pm and drop-in...
Join in the fun at the Inns Court Summer Festival, running from Saturday the 19th of July up until Monday the 21st of July. There will be food, crafts activities, bouncy castles, games and circus skills. For more information visit the Boing Café or visit the Inns...
Please note, our last day of this term (and the 2024-2025 academic year) will be Friday, 18th July 2025, but we will be holding Stay and Play sessions on Monday, 21st and Tuesday, 22nd July from 10:00 am - 11:00 am for new and returning children. Our 2025-2026 Term...
Exciting news from Ilminster Avenue Nursery School! We are now proudly showcased on the newly launched Bristol Nursery Schools website, highlighting our city's remarkable maintained nursery schools. Since 1936, we've been champions of play-based learning in our...
The children at Ilminster Avenue Nursery School have been captivated by the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and their learning came to life in the most magical way. After carefully observing the transformation process, the children were thrilled to witness...
Welcome to Term 6! As ever, the year has sped away from us! Despite it all going in a flash, we truly love to watch your children grow and develop across the year. Although we know they will achieve great things, we are still always totally amazed at their amazing...
We're incredibly proud to share that our early years practitioner Jess Woodman recently completed a brave charity skydive, jumping from 15,000ft to raise money for Metabolic Support UK! Jess took on this challenge alongside her sister to support vital research into...
What is Loose Parts Play? Loose parts play is play with open ended resources that encourages children to use their imagination and creativity. It also encourages children to work together and solve problems. This play will support children to make plans and follow...
Welcome to Term 5! It’s going to be a super quick term with lots to pack in! We are excited to be introducing Loose Parts play in the garden (Click here to read through our blog post about Loose Parts Play), as well as introducing woodwork in Sun and Star rooms. The...