Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Family-Run Nursery in Bristol for Early Childhood Education
Woodland House Nursery House Nursery is a family-run nursery established in 2009 to meet the demand for quality childcare in Bristol. Our approach centres on creating a safe, nurturing environment where children aged 3 months to 5 years can thrive through play-based learning and innovative initiatives like our Beach School at Severn Beach. With a team of highly trained professionals, we prioritise continuous development to deliver exceptional early years education.Our partnerships with local authorities, schools, and organisations ensure we maintain best practices while fostering individual growth and lifelong learning habits. We pride ourselves on transparency, offering parents detailed insights into their child's daily experiences and dietary needs.
Services
Early Years Education
Beach School Programme
Nutritious Meal Provision
Parental Engagement Sessions
Forest School Activities
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer a unique Beach School programme at Severn Beach for experiential learning
- Our staff team includes award-winning early years professionals with 30+ years' experience
- We maintain 1:4 staff-to-child ratios for personalised care and development
- Our menus feature organic, locally-sourced ingredients prepared by a trained nursery chef
- We operate in partnership with local authorities and education experts for continuous improvement
Services
Beach School Programme
Our Beach School at Severn Beach offers hands-on learning through coastal exploration. Children engage in ecological investigations, creative construction, and physical development activities while building understanding of natural environments. The programme follows Forest School principles adapted for seaside settings, supporting curriculum objectives through experiential learning. Regular sessions include fire safety education, den building, and marine life observation.
Early Years Education
We deliver tailored early years education following the EYFS framework. Our base rooms cater to different developmental stages, offering age-appropriate resources and activities. Staff focus on individual learning journeys through skilful interactions and observation-based planning. The curriculum integrates creative play, literacy development, and foundational numeracy skills in a secure, stimulating environment.
Nutritious Meal Provision
Our trained chef prepares fresh, balanced meals daily using locally sourced ingredients. Menus include organic meat from Somerset farms and seasonal produce from Bristol suppliers. We accommodate dietary requirements with individual meal plans while promoting healthy eating habits. Cultural diversity is reflected through varied flavour profiles and traditional dishes from different cuisines.
Parental Engagement
We maintain open communication through daily updates and formal parent evenings. Parents can sample nursery meals prepared by our chef and discuss their child's progress with key workers. Our team provides guidance on home learning activities and developmental milestones. We encourage family participation in special events and environmental projects throughout the year.
Forest School Activities
Our outdoor learning extends beyond Beach School to include woodland adventures and natural environment exploration. Children develop resilience and creativity through supervised risk-taking, tool use, and habitat studies. The programme builds physical coordination, environmental awareness, and collaborative problem-solving skills in forest and meadow settings.
People
Rebecca Clevett
Managing Director
With over 30 years' experience in early years education, Rebecca leads our nurseries with a commitment to innovative childcare. As former Assistant Headteacher and Teacher of the Year, she develops programmes that exceed sector standards while maintaining a family-focused approach.
Sharon
Nursery Chef
Sharon prepares our nutritious meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With extensive catering experience, she creates balanced menus that introduce children to diverse flavours while accommodating individual dietary requirements through careful meal planning.
Christine James
Beach School Leader
Christine leads our pioneering Beach School programme, designing educational coastal activities that promote physical development and environmental awareness. She facilitates hands-on learning experiences that connect children with marine ecosystems and natural play opportunities.
Emma Base
Nursery Manager
Emma oversees daily operations while ensuring our educational programmes maintain high standards. She implements the Beach School philosophy, adapting Forest School principles to coastal environments and supporting staff development through professional training initiatives.
Susan Parslow
Founder
Susan established the sister nursery Archfield House in 1986, recognising the need for quality childcare in Bristol. Her legacy continues through our commitment to creating nurturing environments where children develop foundational skills for lifelong learning.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old, with age-appropriate environments and activities tailored to different developmental stages.
What makes your nursery unique?
Our Beach School programme at Severn Beach offers unparalleled coastal learning opportunities, combining physical development with environmental education in a natural setting.
How do you support dietary requirements?
We create individual meal plans for allergies and dietary needs, using fresh, organic ingredients from trusted local suppliers while maintaining nutritional balance.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
Our team includes Early Years teachers, qualified practitioners, and specialists in outdoor learning, with ongoing professional development to maintain sector-leading expertise.
How do you communicate with parents?
We provide daily updates on children's activities and hold regular parent evenings where you can meet staff and sample nursery meals prepared for your child.
What is your operating schedule?
We operate Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm, 51 weeks a year, with flexible booking options to accommodate working families' needs.
Reviews (3)
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Nov 02, 2021
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Ricky Williams
Mar 01, 2021
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Nothing but good things to say about this Nursery, great staff who really care about your children and in a lovely, welcoming environment.
Rebecca Thorpe
Jan 11, 2016
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Woodlands is fantastic. They are so much more than just a childcare provider. It really does feel like joining a happy family, all the children love it there. The grown-ups make a huge effort to make every child feel at home, and really encourage each individual child's interests. When I drop off my two boys before work I feel confident that they are in a loving, kind, nurturing environment all day.
