Welcome to South Bristol Children’s Centres

We are South Bristol Children’s Centres and are here to support you. Please look at what we provide and the information on our web pages.

It could be that we might help you to find an answer or a service that you need right now, including:

  • Information and Support for Parents and Carers, including return to work, training, personal support, access to food and cooking, and parenting support.
  • Information and Support for children, including speech and language support, two-year Education, Healthy Start vouchers, activities for children including Forest school, group activities, and crafts (see our timetables for details).

Our Children’s Centres

At our five children’s centres, you can expect to receive a friendly and welcoming team. They will offer advice on your family’s individual needs and let you know what help and advice is available through our services.

Bristol City Council funds us, and we are part of both Early Education and Children and Families Services. We work in partnership with many different organisations and people to provide group and individual support in the communities in South Bristol.

Latest News

From our Website

New Breastfeeding Support Group Starting at Bedminster Family Hub

New Breastfeeding Support Group Starting at Bedminster Family Hub

Starting Friday 12th September 2025 Are you a local parent looking for support with breastfeeding, expressing, mixed feeding, or weaning? Join us for a welcoming new support group where you can connect with other parents and get the help you need. What's on offer:...

Free Summer Activities for Bristol Families

Free Summer Activities for Bristol Families

Hundreds of fully funded activities are now available for booking across Bristol this summer! Your Holiday Hub activities are completely free for children from reception to year 11 who receive benefit-related free school meals. Every activity includes a healthy meal...

Baby Communication Week 2025: Born to Connect

Baby Communication Week 2025: Born to Connect

We're celebrating Baby Communication Week 2025 this week, 23rd - 27th June 2025, with the theme "Born to Connect" - recognising that babies come into the world already equipped with exceptional abilities to form meaningful relationships and communicate with us from...

Hartcliffe Dads Rock: New 6-Week Music Group Launching This June

Hartcliffe Dads Rock: New 6-Week Music Group Launching This June

Join our FREE interactive music sessions designed especially for dads and their children (aged under 2) We're excited to announce the launch of "Hartcliffe Dads Rock" - a brand new 6-week music group programme starting this June at Hartcliffe Nursery & Children's...

New PEEP Group Programme – Bookings Open Now!

New PEEP Group Programme – Bookings Open Now!

We're excited to announce that bookings are now open for our PEEP Group at South Bristol Children's Centres. PEEP is a group that focuses on strengthening the bond between parents/carers and children whilst promoting early learning through stories, songs and play. We...

SEND Play and Learn Together Sessions

SEND Play and Learn Together Sessions

Free Sessions for Families with Children with Additional Needs Boing and South Bristol Children's Centres invite you to our SEND Play and Learn Together sessions, specially designed for families with children aged 0-5 years with additional needs. No diagnosis is...

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A glorious morning with all the families that attended, making bird feeders and using our binoculars to look for all the hidden birds. planting grass seeds, exploring and learning together.
Play And Learn Sessions here Every Friday 9.30am -10.45am
South Bristol family hubs Hartcliffe
#PlayIsPowerful
"Play is our brain's favourite way of learning
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New parent group -
A safe, fun space and welcoming group where you can connect with other parents who are navigating the joys and challenges of early parenthood. Whether you want to share your experiences, ask questions, or build relationships, this offers a supportive environment where you'll feel understood.
We'll cover: Introduction to solid foods - Five to thrive bonding - Sleep and home safety - Baby play and development - Wellbeing and looking after ourselves
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. To reserve your place please contact South Bristol family hubs: 0117 374 6362 Email: sbfh@bristol.gov.uk
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Play and learn drop in sessions here at south Bristol family hubs for parent/carers of children 0-5yrs old
Every Friday 9.30am-10.45am at Hartcliffe
Every Thursday 9.30am -10.45am at Stockwood
Every Wednesday 9.30am -10.45am at Bedminster

Through play, children learn about the world around them, themselves and others.

"Play is powerful."
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Drop in session for parent/carers of children aged 0-5yrs to come and explore, play, learn and have fun together.
Friendly, experienced staff are avalible throughout the session.
Every Friday 9.30am - 10.45am here at South Bristol Family Hub Hartcliffe
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WORLD BOOK DAY THURSDAY 5TH MARCH

If you are attending any of our groups on Thursday 5th March - World Book Day, costume will be welcomed but not essential.
We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.
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Baby hub 0-5yrs here at South Bristol family hubs Knowle
Every Tuesday 9.30am -11am
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👶 BABY HUB 👶

Tuesday 3rd March

📍 Bishopsworth Site

🕘 9:30 – 10:30

Baby Hub Session

✔ Health Visitors attending
✔ Speech & Language popping in
✔ Ask questions & get support

🍼 10:30 – 12:00

Infant Feeding Support

✔ Help with all infant feeding questions
✔ Friendly, informal advice
✔ Open to everyone

💬Drop in, no appointment needed
🤍All parents ans carers welcome
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RAINBOWS DROP IN HERE AT SOUTH BRISTOL HUBS KNOWLE
MONDAY MORNING 9.30AM - 11AM
Join our friendly, supportive sessions designed specifically for children (0-5yrs) with additional needs and their families. We offer a relaxed, safe and accessible space where your child is free to be themselves and explore a variety of sensory resources at their own pace.
(No diagnosis is required to attend.)
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South Bristol family hub Hartcliffe
Every Friday 9.30am - 10.45am Play and Learn
Check out some pictures from this mornings session -
exploring the magic of numbers through PLAY!

"Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning."
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