Meadowside Preschool

West Leigh County Infant School, Westfield Drive, Backwell, Bristol BS48 3NG
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  • Meadowside Preschool, Bristol
Meadowside Preschool offers children aged 2 to 8 years a setting where they learn through play and where they can explore and experience the outdoors on a daily basis.

The preschool is situated in the heart of the community on the West Leigh Infant Primary School grounds in Backwell, which gives children direct access to the school playing fields and an undercover classroom attached to the nursery.

Meadowside and its caring, passionate and skilled staff create a stimulating environment for all children where they can learn and grow through a child-led curriculum based around being outdoors. Their approach to outdoor learning enables children to experience the world first-hand, regardless of weather, which lets them to develop their imagination, curiosity and senses whilst staying physically active.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Bridie Marsh (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 5

Total Places for Children

  • 20

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Hourly rate for privately paid fees is £6.50 per hour (excluding 7.30am- 8.00am as this is charged at £6.50 for 30 mins).

  • We accept Early Years Universal and Extended Funding, as well as Tax-Free Childcare and Childcare vouchers. Please speak to the Manager for more details.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-17:00
    Tuesday 07:30-17:00
    Wednesday 07:30-17:00
    Thursday 07:30-17:00
    Friday 07:30-17:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Meadowside Preschool Reviews (34)

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Meadowside Preschool has a Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Meadowside Preschool has 34 reviews.

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Review from A G (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest son has settled in so well to Meadowside and is excited to go each day! He loves telling us about the different activities he's been doing and speaks fondly of his new teachers. The regular photo updates and communication has been great and it's been the perfect transition for school next
year. He especially enjoys the outdoor classroom environment, recent obstacle course building and spending time going on bug hunts!
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of Meadowside. We are delighted to have your little boy with us and are so pleased he has settled so well. We are also glad that you appreciate…read more
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Review from A H (Mother of Child) published on 16 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have sent two of my children to meadowside pre school now before starting their school journeys. I can honestly say I've always been so happy! My youngest daughter has special needs and the staff have been nothing but amazing with supporting me and her on her hearing journey and making sure she gets
the extra support she needs before she starts school in September. The children are always doing fun and educational activities every day and my daughter LOVES attending pre school which is always a great relief as a working parent when sending them.
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is a pleasure looking after your little girl and it has been so lovely to see her confidence and development thrive. We are very glad that you have been so…read more
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Review from L R (Father of Child) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great setting. Our children have all been very happy at Meadowside. Fantastic staff and excellent level of care.
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you for your feedback. We are very pleased that you have all had such a great experience at Meadowside. We agree, the staff are fantastic and I will pass your feedback onto them. Many thanks.
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Review from Elizabeth W (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Meadowside Preschool staff have given our daughter a lovely warm welcome since she's joined this month, after having only ever known one other nursery. Moving house and pre-school is hard but she has settled really well at Meadowside owing to their care and provision of fun playing and learning
activities (and toast!)
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Early Years Education at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review. We are so pleased that your daughter has settled so well into the nursery and that your experience has been so positive. We pride ourselves…read more
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Review from Helen B (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has only been at Meadowside Preschool for a few weeks but has settled in so well, thanks to the efforts of the team. Everyone is friendly and helpful. There are varied organised activities every day, which are reported on an App so you can see what they've been up to. The space is well set
up for the group, with an outdoor classroom and a field which they seem to really enjoy running around in. Would definitely recommend based on our experience so far!
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you for your lovely review. We are very proud of the beautiful space that we have and our team are amazing, so I am pleased that your experience so far has been so positive and reflects this.…read more
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Review from Abigail L (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend this preschool enough! It makes me sad that this will be my child's last year here as he is moving to Reception. He gets excited to go there everyday and that as a parent is what you want. The staff have helped and advised on how to assist his progress with his speech to ensure we
as new parents are assisted as he has struggled with this. The staff are lovely and do their utmost to help your child feel comfortable and their progression, their communication is excellent! The updates and detail on the app daily are brilliant to keep you in the loop with your child's day. The setting is wonderful, I went to view other preschool prior to Meadowside and found Meadowside to be the most fulfilling, it has lots of space and a real happy feeling. The activities the children do daily are endless, and my child has brought home little cakes he has made/art etc, the little goodie bag he came home with at Christmas was especially lovely. I can only say I wish he attended sooner!
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our setting. We are so pleased that you have had such a positive experience at Meadowside! The team are amazing at what they do, so passionate and caring…read more
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Review from F C (Mother of Child) published on 31 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my Son and Daughter attend Meadowside Nursery and also attend the breakfast club. All the staff there are amazing and there are particularly 3 who stand out. They have all made both my son and daughter feel welcome and they put a lot of effort into creating fun activities, making cakes is one of
my daughter's favourites! We are always welcomed with smiles when dropping the children off, which makes us as parents feel at ease and know our children are in safe, capable hands. Both my children have come on leaps and bounds from attending this nursery. A big thank you to all the staff. It is definitely a nursery I would recommend to any parents.
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a lovely review of the setting and I am so pleased that you have had such a positive experience. We love having both your children at the setting,…read more
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Review from N E (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is very happy at Meadowside. The staff are fantastic with him and arrange multiple activities to support his development each day. I'm particularly pleased with the communication about him and enjoy seeing what he's been up to in the daily photo updates. There's outdoor space during wet weather
and the children have use of an expansive outdoor area when it's dry. Both my children have had positive experiences at Meadowside. It's inclusive and caring and I would strongly recommend it to others.
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We love having your son at Meadowside, he is always smiling and keen to join in with the activities on offer. Thank you for your…read more
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Review from Nigel A (Grandfather of Child) published on 24 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Three of my grandsons have attended Meadowside, one is still there at the pre-school, the other two have left for school but still go to the breakfast and after-school clubs, all enjoying their time there very much. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming. The boys are always so keen on going in
the mornings which is lovely. They seem to spend a lot of time in the beautiful outdoor area which is great.
I would highly recommend Meadowside.
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you so much for leaving us such a lovely review. It is so nice to get feedback from all members of a family and we know what a huge part you play in the boys' lives, so we appreciate you taking…read more
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Review from Leah K (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Honestly, where do I begin. This nursery is outstanding, from the moment my son started this nursery they have never failed to cater to his needs. Every single person who works in this nursery is so lovely and genuinely caring towards the children and parents. I've had worries about my son's abilities
and the staff have listened to my concerns and done their own work themselves, helping me and my son progress with his support that he needs and will continue to need in the future. They really know how to do their job properly, every time I see them in action they are always doing fun educational activities with the children and it's so nice to see the children enjoying themselves whilst learning at the same time. Such a lovely little setting, my son enjoys every moment here and gets upset to leave! He has come a long way in a short amount of time! I couldn't recommend this nursery enough, to anyone considering Meadowside from one parent to another, go for it. You will not be disappointed!
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you so much!! The staff work so hard to meet the needs of all children as individuals and we absolutely love having your little boy in the setting. He never fails to make us smile and he really…read more
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Review from R S (Father of Child) published on 24 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly and accommodating staff. Great range of activities on offer. My children always look forward to attending. Would recommend Meadowside to other parents who are looking for a safe, secure, and happy environment for their children.
Reply from Natalie Purkiss, Head of Childcare at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you for your lovely review. The safety and happiness of the children in our care is always our top priority, so I am very pleased that this has been your experience of the setting. The children…read more
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Review from Alexandra K (Mother of Child) published on 11 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child attended this nursery and the second child is due to start soon. Just wanted to take the time to leave a great review as the staff there are amazing. Very talented and suitable for their roles. I am not supposed to mention any names but I hope this is recorded just how pleased we were with
their attitude and work in general. One very happy and lovely nursery worker stood out in particular. The staff made the transition to nursery and school environment for my son so much easier and he's had his challenges.
Reply from Emily Glynn, Manager at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you for this lovely review.
We have loved having your son at the setting and I am so glad he has settled well at school, he has done amazingly. I have shared your review with the team, it…read more
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Review from Jessica H (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my daughters have attended Meadowside Preschool and I am so happy that we chose to send them there. It’s a lovely, friendly preschool. The team are wonderful and put so much effort into making the children’s time here special and fun. I really like how much time the children spend doing activities
outside and exploring their local surroundings and community. This really makes Meadowside stand out. I would highly recommend Meadowside to parents looking for a preschool. It is a lovely, caring and nurturing environment for children. Thanks for all your hard work Meadowside.
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Review from Tabitha L (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter (and I) love Meadowside Preschool. The staff are so friendly and have really made her feel welcome and helped her blossom. The setting is really lovely, with free access to the playing field and loads of outdoor activities like mud kitchens and raised beds to grow things in. The children
are involved in lots of activities such as football and baking. I can’t recommend it highly enough.
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Review from Irina R (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our twins currently attend Meadowside Preschool and really enjoy it. The team were really welcoming and they settled straight away, and have loved every day there. The outdoor space is lovely with large garden and countryside nearby. The team do a large variety of different activities with the children
and post lots of pictures for the parents which is nice, and they also do football coaching sessions. Couldn’t recommend Meadowside highly enough.
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Review from Chris B (Father of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child attends Meadowside for breakfast club and the occasional tea club. I couldn't be happier, my daughter loves attending and always wants to stay!
She has made friends with children she wouldn't otherwise have met and the staff are incredible making sure my daughter is always happy and well cared
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Review from Kate B (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter loves going to Meadowside Preschool breakfast club. She wakes up most mornings asking if it is the day to go to breakfast club. The staff are amazing. Our daughter would love to go to the breakfast club every day if she could.
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Review from Jessica K (Mother of Child) published on 14 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are friendly and attentive and really show care and develop individual relationships with the children. The environment is gentle and relaxed and with brilliant facilities, including the playing field and lovely nearby countryside. They are very helpful and communicative to parents and all in
all it is a delightful experience to send my daughter here. Thank you!
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Review from Harriet B (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not be happier with Meadowside as a childcare setting. The whole team are warm and friendly, and our daughter loves going. The daily updates are informative, and the team are so quick to respond to any questions you might have. The indoor and outdoor space is great, and the additional activities
like football are wonderful. The children are supported so well in their learning through play, and our daughter has thrived there.
Reply from Emily Glynn, Manager at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Meadowside and for the positive feedback you have given. We love having your daughter at the setting and I'm very pleased it has been a positive…read more
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Review from Jennifer C (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves Meadowside Preschool, and so do I. They have so much outdoor space, and they definitely make use of it. They have football coaches, who visit every week - taking advantage of the playing field. They go on walks through the village - across the field and to the shops, post office and
bakery for real-life experiences. We get an update of what the children have been doing every day, with photos and how it relates to their education. They respond really quickly to messages sent via their app. The staff are really lovely and handle the kids brilliantly. I am so glad I moved my daughter here. We also use the after-school tea club for both our girls, one of which, has SEND needs, and they handle her brilliantly. I can't thank them enough.
Reply from Emily Glynn, Manager at Meadowside Preschool
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. I am so pleased you are happy with the care and experience both your girls are given with us. It’s a pleasure having them at Meadowside.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.962)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10 for Meadowside Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.962 for Meadowside Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (127 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.962
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Meadowside Preschool is based on 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 20 number of registered child places is 4, which has been reached with 11 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Bridie

Bridie Gadd

Job Title: Manager of Meadowside Preschool Joined: 2025

Bridie is a passionate leader who has worked for YMCA Dulverton Group for nearly 9 years. During this time, she started as a practitioner and has worked her way up to manager.


Bridie took over the leadership and management of Meadowside in January 2025. Since doing so, she has been an inspiration to the staff and a huge support to the families and children. Her energy and enthusiasm are infectious, and this is reflected in the care and dedication of the team.


Bridie would love to introduce herself to you in person, so please get in touch should you wish to visit our beautiful setting for yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions about Meadowside Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Meadowside Preschool accepts?

Meadowside Preschool accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Meadowside Preschool Open?

Meadowside Preschool is open: Monday 07:30-17:00, Tuesday 07:30-17:00, Wednesday 07:30-17:00, Thursday 07:30-17:00, Friday 07:30-17:00.

How many Children does Meadowside Preschool have capacity for?

Meadowside Preschool has capacity for a total of 20 Children.

How far is Meadowside Preschool to the centre of Bristol?

7.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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