Essential Dates
Friday 23rd October 2026 Nursery School END of Term 1
Saturday 24th October 2026 Sudafest 12.00-18.00, Sparks BS1 3JA
Monday 2nd November 2026 Nursery School START of Term 2
Wednesday 18th November INSET afternoon MIDDAY CLOSURE (please note change of date previously 11/11/26)
Sudafest – Live Music, Sudanese Coffer Corner, Games, Craft, Stalls, Food
Isra has told us all about Sudafest:
“This celebration is very important to me because I believe we have a beautiful opportunity to show people the side of Sudan that is often unseen or overlooked.
Sudan is a country rich in history, culture, traditions, and beautiful values, yet there is so much about our country that people may not know.
For me, making and serving traditional Sudanese coffee is one of the ways I share my culture with love and pride. Sudanese coffee is more than just a drink; it represents our generosity, hospitality, and the warmth with which we welcome others into our homes. Every cup tells a story about who we are and the values we cherish.
Through Sudafest and other cultural celebrations, I hope we can bring people together, share our traditions, preserve our heritage, and help others discover the beauty of Sudan beyond what they may see in the news.
I am proud to be Sudanese, and it means a lot to me to be part of something that celebrates our culture, our identity, and the wonderful spirit of our people.”
If there is a celebration coming up for your family, your community, please come and tell us all about it.
News from the Room – Out Now
News from the Room is a way to celebrate and share learning across the Nursery School and Children’s Centre. From Belonging and Connecting, to Block Play and Early Maths, from Sensory Scientists to Puddle Jumping…find out about projects and provocations, interests and ideas children have been exploring.
News and Dates – St. Pauls Nursery School and Children’s Centre
Bristol Family Hubs – Support in the Holidays
Family Hubs offer information, advice and help to all families in Bristol.
Call Yvonne on 07393 902 844 AND join the WhatsApp Community
https://www.bristol.gov.uk/bristol-family-hubs
