Rocking Horse Children's Nursery Kingswood Bristol

An independent 57 place day nursery for children from 6 weeks - 4+ years old. All staff qualified level 3 and above. Email: [email protected]

We are divided into five groups:
Baby room- 6 wks-approx 1yr old (1.3 ratio)
Toddler room- approx 1yr old (1.3 ratio)
Yellow group- 2 yr olds (1.4 ratio)
Red Group- 2-3yr olds (1.4 ratio)
Pre-school- 3-4 yr olds (1.8 ratio)
Each group is managed by an experienced leader who is supported by one or two key persons depending on ratios. All staff are qualified to a minimum of level three with ¼ of sta

ff qualified to level 5 or above. Training is ongoing, including our own in-house training through inset days and professional development is encouraged. The staff team has been consistent with a majority of staff serving over five years. All are first aid trained and update every three years. Fees are based on an hourly rate giving greater flexibility of session times. They can be paid via standing order, childcare vouchers or through government funding schemes (2, 3 and 4 year old). We work with and follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (2014) the curriculum guidelines and statutory requirements set out by the government. We have a High/Scope approach and ethos that supports active learning. Resources are accessible and open ended giving children the freedom to explore, experiment and imagine with independence and confidence. We follow a plan-do-review cycle that promotes creative and critical thinking as well as enabling children to make choices and decisions that give a sense of control and responsibility that helps raise self-esteem and belief in themselves as competent learners. The day has several key components that includes: circle-time, used to meet and greet and start the session. Work-time, the longest part and used to follow plans, play and discover. Small group time, initiated and planned by adults to encourage new experiences and learning. Large group time, a fun experience for all the children and adults that includes stories, singing, games etc. Adults plan activities and resources taking into account children’s interests and needs. Learning and progress is recorded and documented through observations, learning stories and reviews. These are shared with children and their parents, giving both a voice and involving them in their learning. Parents boards, newsletters and the groups daily information boards provide information for parents. Individual ‘my days’ are given to parents of babies and toddlers. There are regular information evenings for parents/carers and meetings with staff who are also available daily for informal information sharing. Through questionnaires and feedback forms parents comment on our practice which enables us to continue improving.

31/07/2023

25/04/2023

We’re hiring 😊

10/03/2023

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11/08/2022

We are hiring

17/12/2020

Are you OK? Christmas toolkit
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? Sometimes things don’t feel quite right for a reason.
This Christmas, it’s more important than ever to check in with our family, friends and neighbours.
If you, or someone you know, isare struggling, find help: www.bristolsafeguarding.org/areyouok
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Check in with your family, friends and neighbours this Christmas, to make sure they are OK.
Just a quick call or text can make a world of difference.
If you or someone you know is struggling, there's help at hand: www.bristolsafeguarding.org/areyouok
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For children and young people:
? If you need someone to talk to, there is help available. You are not alone. Chat to others about anything that’s on your mind at kooth.com.
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Are your friends OK? If you are worried a friend might not be feeling their best, why not give them a call or text. You can also suggest they contact kooth.com or www.childline.org.uk for extra support.
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Mental health:
? We may be in this together, but you might feel like you are completely alone.
If you are experiencing low mood, anxiety or other issues, please reach out to , open 7 nights a week, 7pm-11pm, call 0808 808 0330.
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11/12/2020

Here is our new Winter Menu. On Monday we will be on week 1. The only change is Wednesday 16th December which will be our Christmas Lunch. Unfortunately this is only available for children who already attend a wesdnesday lunch time session 🎅🏼

03/12/2020

This year we will be continuing to support our wonderful NHS so on Thursday 17th December will will be giving children and staff the opportunity to show their support by dressing up as an elf for the National ‘Elf’ Service. We appreciate the year has been difficult financially but any loose change you can spare will be greatly appreciated 🎅🏼

15/09/2020

Drop in sessions for Speech and Language sessions for this term.

15/09/2020

A reminder to all Pre-School parents that you will need to apply for your child’s school place by 15th January 2021. Here are some helpful things you may need to know.

06/05/2020

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Telephone

01179615071

Website

http://www.rockinghorsebristol.co.uk/

Address

Kingsway Centre
Bristol
BS158AF

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 6pm
Thursday	7:30am - 6pm
Friday	7:30am - 6pm