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East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School # East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · The Theatre, Middle Street, Bristol, BS40 6AZ · Bath and North East Somerset Number of places 39 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery East Harptree Nursery, a charitable trust overseen by a volunteer committee, is dedicated to fostering the individual potential of every child. They aim to deliver outstanding early education and care in a nurturing and stimulating environment year-round, as well as offering term-time only places. Operating from a renovated space within the East Harptree Village Hall complex since September 2022, the nursery is thoughtfully designed with underfloor heating and child-accessible areas. The setting features three distinct rooms catering to different age groups: babies (under 2s), toddlers (2-3 year olds), and preschoolers (3-4 year olds). An exclusive outdoor play area, including a covered section, ensures usability in all seasons. Furthermore, the preschool children participate in Forest School sessions every Friday morning at Harptree Court. The nursery prioritises building trusting relationships with both children and parents, recognising each child as unique and encouraging emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Their approach aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage principles, promoting active learning through play and celebrating diverse learning styles. The nursery welcomes families from the surrounding areas for children aged six months to five years. Our ethos East Harptree Nursery is committed to fostering the individual potential of every child by providing outstanding early education and care. Their approach aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage principles, promoting active learning through play and celebrating diverse learning styles. They also offer Forest School sessions, recognising each child as unique and encouraging their emotional, social, and intellectual growth. What it's like Children's care needs and well-being are very closely supported by thoughtful and attentive staff who offer reassurance and cuddles, settling them in sensitively. Staff use an 'All About Me' theme to introduce new concepts, helping children grow in confidence and inspiring them with resources and activities. Charitable trust Forest School Community-focused Play-based learning ## Pricing & funding - Deposit to secure a place £45 / session ## Key facts Opening hours 8-6 Monday – Thursday and 8-5 on Friday Age range six months to five years old Term time / All Year All Year Session types year-round care, term-time only places ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School Inspection date Sept 2025 Inspection no. 10407569 Lead inspector Rachel Howell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288156)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/133021) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://eastharptreenursery.org) The Theatre, Middle Street, Bristol, BS40 6AZ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.62428/51.29882/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bristol - [Day nurseries in Bristol](/search?q=Bristol) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=east-harptree-nursery-pre-school-and-forest-school-bs40-6az-133021) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School Last inspected 11 September 2025 · Rachel Howell Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children's care needs and well-being are very closely supported by thoughtful and attentive staff who offer reassurance and cuddles, settling them in sensitively. Staff use an 'All About Me' theme to introduce new concepts, helping children grow in confidence and inspiring them with resources and activities. Inspector highlights - Staff have expanded to three age groups and added a covered outdoor area. - Staff use a "plan, do, review" cycle to observe and assess children's abilities and support emerging gaps. - Children enjoy listening to stories and engaging in sensory play. - The nursery has very strong community links, including trips to festivals, the village shop, local parks, farms, and forest school sessions. - The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Areas to develop - 1 pick up on children's exploration more readily, channelling this successfully and developing children's understanding, attention and engagement further - 2 support staff to consistently reflect on their practice and adapt their teaching and practice more effectively. Inspection #10407569 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288156) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff lead targeted programmes of support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and build their attention skills effectively. They liaise closely with parents and other professionals, helping children gain any extra support they need to close these gaps and reach their potential. Outdoor space Staff have added a covered area outside to provide protection for children and enable them to be out in all weathers. Babies relish crawling around on the safe surfaces, and designated areas enable children to explore on trikes and scooters safely. Older children investigate with water outside, selecting resources independently, moving water around, mixing it with the sand and stones, also with leaves and flowers for imaginary potions. Older children enjoy forest school sessions in the local woodlands, developing their knowledge of the natural world very effectively. ## Parent Reviews of East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWFKxPGACWqD1Z2thYHgazxgsWnH5_nA8IxDV2qgUNnPFLB5GHQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Zoe Kay 2 years ago Wonderful nursery in a lovely setting with a great atmosphere and fab staff [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURsNUtmcXlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4872208b68a2cc5d:0x5c44826b8c462c38) Reviews from Google for East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6648582348332215352&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: September 2015 - September 2025 Good - January 2020 Good - September 2015 Good ## Frequently asked about East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School ### When is East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School open? ### What is the address of East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### Which curriculum approach is used at East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School? ### What kind of childcare setting is East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bristol Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School. - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.7 mi ### The Nursery at New Manor Bristol · BS40 6HW ](/nursery/the-nursery-at-new-manor-bs40-6hw-2835250) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Red Room Pre-School Annex Radstock · BA3 4LL ](/nursery/red-room-pre-school-annex-ba3-4ll-ey313518) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.9 mi ### Bishop Sutton Pre-School Bristol · BS39 5UU ](/nursery/bishop-sutton-pre-school-bs39-5uu-133009) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.9 mi ### Little Star Nursery Bristol · BS39 6TG ](/nursery/little-star-nursery-bs39-6tg-ey375318) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.0 mi ### Magna Minors Day Nursery & Pre-School Bristol · BS40 8UE ](/nursery/magna-minors-day-nursery-pre-school-bs40-8ue-2806606) - [ Awaiting first inspection 4.1 mi ### Little Lambs Nursery Bristol · BS39 6UB ](/nursery/little-lambs-nursery-bs39-6ub-2871597) [See all nurseries in Bristol →](/search?q=Bristol) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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