Welcome to our wonderful Pre-School at

St Bernadette Primary School.

We aim to provide a welcoming, friendly and secure setting where your child can thrive and gain the important skills they need for life, skills such as learning to be independent, being kind and respectful of others and developing qualities such as perseverance, confidence and enthusiasm.

The children will learn through play and first-hand practical experiences and be offered the opportunity to take part in a variety of experiences that will enhance their skills and knowledge. Through the activities we provide, we want our children to discover and develop ways to express themselves, explore, experiment and have fun.

We have two intakes per year. 

1. Start of term one in September
2. Start of term 5 in April.

Your child will become eligible for funding from the start of the term following their third birthday.

To qualify for the 15-hour free entitlement, children must be three on or before:-

• 31st  August for the autumn term  
• 31st  March for the summer term.

 15-hour funded child care sessions are as follows:-

• 15  hours: Monday, Tuesday, 9 am-3 pm, Wednesday, 9 am -12 pm  
• 15  hours: Wednesday 12-3 pm, Thursday, Friday 9 am-3 pm

We are pleased to offer working families 15 additional free hours if they meet specific criteria, giving your child a total of 30 free hours per week- Monday to Friday, 9 am -3 pm.

(Any changes to sessions booked will need a terms notice and are subject to availability)

If you would like to arrange a visit or view the Pre School, please use the contact form below or email preschool.stbernadettep@bristol-schools.uk