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Activities
Outdoor places for under-5s near Westbury on Trym
Our favourite local outdoor spots for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers around Westbury on Trym, Southmead and Henleaze, from woodland walks to dog-free playgrounds.
19 October 2026
Settling In
Settling in at nursery: how our two-week settling period works
What happens in each settling session at The Manor House, how we get to know your child before their first full day, and simple things you can do at home to help.
5 October 2026
Child Development
Free-flow play explained: why our children choose where and what they play
What free-flow play actually looks like day to day at The Manor House, how it changes from Wrens to Woodpeckers, and why children who choose their own play grow so much in confidence.
21 September 2026
Tips for Parents
Funded childcare in Bristol: how 15 and 30 hours work at The Manor House
Who qualifies for 15 and 30 funded hours in Bristol, when your child can start, the code deadlines to put in your diary, and the two ways families use their hours at The Manor House.
7 September 2026
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