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The staff here are absolutely incredible always smiling, friendly and fantastic with the children, there is a real sense of family within the nursery and they really do go above and beyond. Each day the children go to nursery they are full of beans and can’t wait to get there, I have never had a single doubt or concern throughout the last 5 years and I trust the staff here as much as I do my own family. My youngest is leaving for primary school this September and we will all miss the nursery so much. 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Hillsides Secret Garden Day Nursery # Hillsides Secret Garden Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · 23 Gladstone Street, Staple Hill, Bristol, BS16 4RF · South Gloucestershire Number of places 30 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority South Gloucestershire 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 Hillsides Secret Garden Day Nursery, situated in Staple Hill, Bristol, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. This family-run nursery, originally established in 1998 as Hillside Day Nursery, was re-launched in 2013 under new ownership, now managed by two sisters and their mother. The nursery is housed within a converted 1930s residence and boasts expansive outdoor play areas. Their philosophy centres on fostering natural curiosity and a love for learning through play and investigation. The enchanted rooms are thoughtfully stocked with diverse materials including loose parts, authentic items, and natural objects to spark imagination. With a strong emphasis on personalised care, the nursery maintains a high staff-to-child ratio, ensuring individual attention for each child. They are Ofsted registered and committed to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) through a dedicated SENCO, individualised support plans, and close collaboration with families and external professionals. Hillsides Secret Garden views parents as primary educators and actively encourages their involvement in nursery life and their child's developmental journey. Our ethos Hillsides Secret Garden Day Nursery's philosophy centres on fostering natural curiosity and a love for learning through play and investigation, utilising thoughtfully stocked rooms with diverse materials like loose parts, authentic items, and natural objects to spark imagination. They view parents as primary educators and encourage their involvement, while also being committed to supporting children with SEND. What it's like Children enjoy their experiences at this welcoming and friendly nursery. They separate from their parents confidently and are greeted by warm and welcoming staff. Children swiftly settle because staff know them well and provide the nurturing care and encouragement that children need to thrive. Family-run nursery Large outdoor areas Learning through play and investigation High staff-to-child ratio Support for SEND ## Pricing & funding This nursery charges based on session types including half days, early days, midi days, and full days. Government funding is stretched over 52 weeks of the year and used in five-hour blocks. Meals are billed separately, though parents can opt out by providing a packed lunch. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Government funding is stretched over 52 weeks of the year instead of 38 weeks. - Funding can be used in 5-hour session blocks (8.00am-1.00pm or 1.00pm-6.00pm). - To avoid extra charges, limit weekly hours to 10 hours (for 15h grant) or 20 hours (for 30h grant). - Meals are charged separately, but parents can opt out by providing a packed lunch. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hillsides Secret Garden Day Nursery Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10236166 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50200494)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY461990) 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 [ Visit website ](https://hillsidessecretgarden.co.uk/) 23 Gladstone Street, Staple Hill, Bristol, BS16 4RF [© 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#/-2.50547/51.47457/14) [](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=hillsides-secret-garden-day-nursery-bs16-4rf-ey461990) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round, except for bank holidays Age range 6 weeks – 5 years (Leaving to start school) Term time / All Year All Year Established 2013 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hillsides Secret Garden Day Nursery Last inspected 24 October 2022 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 enjoy their experiences at this welcoming and friendly nursery. They separate from their parents confidently and are greeted by warm and welcoming staff. Children swiftly settle because staff know them well and provide the nurturing care and encouragement that children need to thrive. Inspector highlights - Staff support children's physical development well, with children enjoying fresh air and exercise outdoors. - The nursery offers freshly cooked meals, considering all dietary requirements, promoting healthy and balanced diets. - Staff encourage a love for reading, utilising a library for children and parents to select books to take home. - Staff and managers partner well with parents, communicating effectively through an online application and sharing learning updates. - Children behave well, share, take turns, and receive successful emotional development support from staff. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to further develop planned activities to help children remain engaged for longer periods - 2 provide further opportunities for younger children to develop their language skills Inspection #10236166 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50200494) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment positively about the online application and staff. > They appreciate receiving learning updates and staff sharing photos of their children playing. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children enjoy fresh air and exercise and love to explore the outdoors. Children ride and take turns on scooters in the garden as they negotiate around others, while others scoop mud into pots, exploring and looking for worms excitedly. ## Parent Reviews of Hillsides Secret Garden Day Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ5qe9LXXelP2TYSwN143HBIEiZrB5wBz6-6ZMCeeQFRXXbLA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sam Beese 5 years ago I cannot recommend this nursery enough both my children have attended here over the last 5 years and they have had an amazing time! The staff here are absolutely incredible always smiling, friendly and fantastic with the children, there is a real sense of family within the nursery and they really do go above and beyond. Each day the children go to nursery they are full of beans and can’t wait to get there, I have never had a single doubt or concern throughout the last 5 years and I trust the staff here as much as I do my own family. My youngest is leaving for primary school this September and we will all miss the nursery so much. If your looking for a nursery go and take a look around I promise you will not be disappointed. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM4dG9XaEx3EAE!2m1!1s0x48718ff12e28c66d:0x73b0544d6e73fa28) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL3xBwjO8OWE_YxOiXAO1RRwIsOxhvSW2INyPeL52O68LKwoA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jayson Hemmings 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ2OU0tR3BRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48718ff12e28c66d:0x73b0544d6e73fa28) Reviews from Google for Hillsides Secret Garden Day Nursery. 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