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Windmill Hill City Farm

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2025)
·Philip Street, Bedminster, Bristol, BS3 4EA · Bristol
Number of places
94 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2025
Local authority
Bristol

About this day nursery

Windmill Hill City Farm is a vibrant community charity located in the heart of Bristol. It serves as a welcoming space for people of all ages to connect with animals, explore beautiful gardens, and enjoy the outdoors.

The farm operates seven days a week, from 9 AM to 5 PM, offering a variety of services and activities. These include a children's nursery, farm adventurers' programmes, health and social care services, and educational visits for schools.

The farm also hosts a range of events, from arts and crafts to music and well-being sessions, fostering a sense of community and providing opportunities for personal growth and relaxation. Every visit contributes to the farm's mission of supporting people, animals, and the environment, making it a valuable resource for the local community.

They also have an on-site sauna for relaxation and engage in various community impact initiatives, such as improving volunteer mental health and providing a positive work environment for staff. The farm actively encourages support through donations, memberships, and volunteering, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and inclusion.

Our ethos

At Windmill Hill City Farm, we’re rooted in values of sustainability, inclusion, and community wellbeing. Your donation helps us care for the land, support local people, and keep this welcoming green space thriving for all.

What it's like

On arrival, children rush into the nursery, excited to see friends and find activities to play with. Staff support children to listen to music often, both indoors and outdoors, learning about songs, tone and rhythm. The nursery sits within a city farm and children hear cows mooing and ducks quacking as they play, regularly visiting animals.

Community CharityFarm AnimalsOutdoor EducationCommunity GardenOn-site Sauna

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
  • Feed and care for a goat£10.00 / day
  • Animal care session for volunteer with mental health challenges£30.00 / session
  • Growing and cooking workshops for two local families in need£50.00
  • Candle Making Workshop£45.00 / session
  • Jumble Sale Item£2.00

Key facts

Session types

Nursery, Farm Adventurers, Workshops, Events

Opening hours

7 days a week: 9am-5pm

Age range

Not specified

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Food

Cafe on-site

Staff

Not specified

Waitlist

Not specified

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Windmill Hill City Farm

Last inspected 28 April 2025

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

On arrival, children rush into the nursery, excited to see friends and find activities to play with. Staff support children to listen to music often, both indoors and outdoors, learning about songs, tone and rhythm. The nursery sits within a city farm and children hear cows mooing and ducks quacking as they play, regularly visiting animals.

Inspector highlights

  • On arrival, children rush into the nursery, excited to see friends and find activities to play with.
  • Staff support children to listen to music often, both indoors and outdoors, learning about songs, tone and rhythm.
  • The nursery has outdoor areas for different age groups, plus a large shared outdoor space, where children of all ages mix during the day.
  • Staff regularly take children to visit the animals, boosting their understanding of farm life and nature.
  • Children are encouraged to develop their independence skills.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the organisation of outdoor activities even more to enable children to fully participate in learning
  • 2engage younger children in conversations that support and encourage them to explore their ideas and interests even further, to benefit their communication skills.
Inspection #10388685 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

They praise the effective communication, saying they feel well informed about their children's activities and progress.

Parents comment that their children are happy in the nursery and develop strong friendships.

They report that staff support them in childcare matters.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

The nursery has outdoor areas for different age groups, plus a large shared outdoor space, where children of all ages mix during the day. Trained staff with outdoor learning skills guide older children as they play in a small woodland area, where children discover insects and learn about birds.

Inspection history

Date: March 2007

  • May 2025Good
  • April 2025Good
  • August 2019Good
  • July 2019Good
  • May 2016Good
  • April 2016Good
  • June 2015Requires improvement
  • June 2012Good
  • March 2007Good

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