We all Matter - We all Belong
Welcome to Knowle West Nursery School
As one of the twelve local authority-maintained nursery schools in Bristol, we take pride in offering high-quality early years education within a beautiful and stimulating learning space.
At Knowle West Nursery School, we believe that every child matters and belongs. This core value is woven into the fabric of our inclusive culture, ensuring that each child is cherished, supported, and provided with the opportunities to flourish and achieve success.
Led by our Headteacher, Jenny McDonald, with over 13 years of commitment to the school, we continue to foster a family-centred ethos that prioritizes the well-being and happiness of every child.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our vibrant learning community. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you and your child to the Knowle West Nursery School family.
Are you looking for a Nursery place for September 2024?
We have 2, 3 and 4 year old places available. Please get in touch and come and visit our wonderful learning environment.
Please contact us by phone (0117 9030214) or use the Register Your Interest button below, if you could
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Latest News
Our End of Year Celebration Picnic – July 2024
Thank you to everyone who came to our ‘End of Year Celebration Picnic’ last Friday 19th July. It was wonderful to see so many families and friends enjoying the gorgeous weather and our lovely garden. Thank you to Bill for his wonderful music and singing and an extra...
More News from the Fox and Hedgehog Rooms – July 2024
Creating Art The children love getting arty. Being able to freely create any type of art is such a great activity for them. Whether it's painting with a variety of painting tools, getting messy with papier-mâché and balloons or glueing pom-poms and beads to make...
More News from the Ladybird and Bumblebee Rooms – July 2024
Outside in the Rainy Garden Even if the weather outside is wet and rainy the children from Ladybirds and Bumblebees still enjoy playing outside. Wrapped up warm in their raincoats, waterproof trousers and welly boots the children had fun splashing around in the bubble...
News from the Fox and Hedgehogs Rooms – July 2024
Strawberries! The strawberries in the garden were ready to be picked! So, the children grabbed a bowl and picked all the ones that looked juicy and delicious. The children then gave them a good wash and ate them up! They were really tasty! It was so great that the...
News from the Ladybirds and Bumblebees Rooms – July 2024
Making Pizzas! The children love to bake their own snacks, and they had an exciting time making their own pizzas. We used shaped cutters, such as stars, flowers, and hearts for the base of our pizzas, and then spread some delicious tomato sauce on top and finished it...
News from the Fox and Hedgehogs Rooms – June 2024
Bill the Music Man Bill the Music Man came to see us on Friday the 21st of June to sing songs and play instruments. We plucked the strings on guitars, banged on drums, tapped, and shook tambourines and enjoyed singing along to some of our favourite songs together....
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Headteacher's Welcome
It is a privilege to be the Headteacher of such a wonderful school, and I am proud to have been here for over 13 years as a room teacher, Deputy Headteacher, and SENCO. I am passionate about continuing our work for the Knowle West community, and I am joined by a dedicated and highly qualified staff team committed to giving children the best start in life to learn, grow, be heard, and be happy.
Our Vision and Values
Knowle West Nursery School is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive community where every child and family feels a sense of belonging and value. The school’s vision emphasises providing children with the best possible start in life, bridging the gap of disadvantage, and instilling skills, dispositions, and attitudes necessary for confident lifelong learning. Central to our ethos is the creation of a psychologically safe environment where respect, connection, kindness, safety, and authenticity are the guiding values, ensuring that everyone is heard, understood, and genuinely cared for.
Learning and Curriculum
Knowle West Nursery School offers a vibrant and nurturing environment where young children thrive through active engagement with the world around them. Following the Early Years Foundation Stage, KWNS emphasizes the Prime Areas of learning: Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Physical Development, and Communication and Language. These foundational areas foster a positive self-image, social collaboration, emotional understanding, physical activity, and communication skills.
Latest From the Rooms
More News from the Fox and Hedgehog Rooms – July 2024
Creating Art The children love getting arty. Being able to freely create any type of art is such a great activity for them. Whether it's painting with a variety of painting tools, getting messy with papier-mâché and balloons or glueing pom-poms and beads to make...
More News from the Ladybird and Bumblebee Rooms – July 2024
Outside in the Rainy Garden Even if the weather outside is wet and rainy the children from Ladybirds and Bumblebees still enjoy playing outside. Wrapped up warm in their raincoats, waterproof trousers and welly boots the children had fun splashing around in the bubble...
News from the Fox and Hedgehogs Rooms – July 2024
Strawberries! The strawberries in the garden were ready to be picked! So, the children grabbed a bowl and picked all the ones that looked juicy and delicious. The children then gave them a good wash and ate them up! They were really tasty! It was so great that the...
News from the Ladybirds and Bumblebees Rooms – July 2024
Making Pizzas! The children love to bake their own snacks, and they had an exciting time making their own pizzas. We used shaped cutters, such as stars, flowers, and hearts for the base of our pizzas, and then spread some delicious tomato sauce on top and finished it...
News from the Fox and Hedgehogs Rooms – June 2024
Bill the Music Man Bill the Music Man came to see us on Friday the 21st of June to sing songs and play instruments. We plucked the strings on guitars, banged on drums, tapped, and shook tambourines and enjoyed singing along to some of our favourite songs together....
More News from the Ladybirds and Bumblebees Rooms – June 2024
Keeping Cool It has been rather hot lately, so we have done our best to keep cool while playing outside in the garden! The children have made dens using blankets and throws to create a lovely shady spot to sit and read their favourite books. Another great way the...
News from the Ladybird Room – June 2024
Making Splodge Cakes We've been making some splodge cakes! They are made from rice crispies and to make them sticky and splodgy, we added some honey and then some tasty banana! The cakes were really delicious! And great fun to make to! The mixture kept sticking to our...
News from the Fox Room – June 2024
Fox's Trike School The children in Fox room have been learning how to safely ride their trikes and scooters. Making sure to slow down for the corners on our wobbly chalk road, and making sure they are steered carefully using the handlebars being careful not to bump...
News from the Ladybird and Bumblebee Room – June 2024
Playing In The Garden Together The children from the Ladybird Room and the Bumblebee Room have been spending a lot of time playing outside together recently. Being able to interact and socialise with friends from the other rooms is such a lovely thing to be able to...
More News from the Ladybird Room – May 2024
Growing our Own Plants A couple of weeks ago we planted some seeds and the have just started to sprout! We've grown them in plastic containers and some old cardboard tubes, the tubes were a great choice for the plants as the tubes kept the soil nice and damp, perfect...
