MSJ Minis

It all starts with MSJ Minis

Welcome to Nursery – a nurturing, fun and safe start to your child’s learning journey.

Our well qualified and experienced Minis Team will help your child take their first steps into education, focusing on their comfort and wellbeing as well as providing them with a varied and enriching pre-school curriculum including swimming, outdoor education and dance alongside the more regular Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) activities.

Taking their first steps into education

Our expert Early Years team draws on a rich range of early years pedagogies, from Steiner and Montessori to Froebel and Reggio Emilia. By thoughtfully selecting and blending the most effective elements of each, we create a distinctive MSJ experience tailored to every child. Our approach places strong emphasis on social, emotional and personal development, nurturing independence, confidence and collaboration – essential foundations for thriving at school and beyond.

With wraparound care from 8am–6pm, we warmly welcome Minis families at drop-off and pick-up each day. This ensures regular, direct contact with the team caring for your child, allowing for meaningful feedback, collaboration and reassurance. Together, we work to make your child’s early school experience both happy and fulfilling.

Small and nurturing

Committed to keeping our nursery intake small, we really get to know your child and this allows us to assist their personal and academic development at a pace which is right for them.

Using Tapestry Childhood Education Platform for EYFS, KS1, KS2 | Tapestry we track your child’s progress with pictures and information you can access at home, as well as contributing to the narrative in what will become a precious memory of their nursery experience at MSJ.

A balanced start to education

Children enjoy a varied and enriching pre-school curriculum that includes swimming, woodland school and dance, alongside plenty of time for child-initiated play. Our well-structured and welcoming classroom environment supports a balance of free play and carefully planned activities that build essential pre-literacy and pre-numeracy skills as children take their first steps in education.

Overall development is further supported through our exciting woodworking provision in the walk-through art room. Here, children safely use real tools to develop both gross and fine motor skills while exploring their creativity. They are encouraged to tinker, experiment and take pride in creating purposeful and satisfying pieces of work.

Discover the activities our Minis take part in:

Parent quote:

My child feels welcomed, loved and esteemed as part of MSJ Minis and this has been priceless, as well as refreshing and life-affirming.

Meet the Team

Mrs Healey

Minis Teacher

Miss Ross

Minis Teacher

Mighty Minis Nursery

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FAQs

Can I use my 15 hours government funding?

Yes, absolutely. All three and four year old children are eligible for 15 universal funded hours from the term following their 3rd birthday. Nursery Education Funding (NEF) can be used Monday to Friday from 8am to 3:30pm. We can discuss this further with you either in person or by phone call to find the best way to suit your individual requirements. This includes families who are eligible for a total 30 hours NEF.

For information on 30 hours eligibility please visit https://www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare

Can I use the NEF funded hours for Reception?

Yes, you can use the NEF funded hours up until the term they turn 5.

Do you accept Tax-Free childcare payments?

Yes, tax free childcare payments can be used for any billable hours for pupils under compulsory school age.

How many days per week can my child come to MSJ Minis?

We recommend a commitment of a minimum of two days per week to best support your child to settle, make friendships and establish a routine. There is an option to attend full-time with any unfunded hours chargeable at the MSJ Minis hourly rate. This rate represents very good value so please get in touch with Admissions for further information.

Is there any after school care provision?

Yes, your child can stay until 6pm Monday to Friday. We are here to support you with wraparound care which works around your needs. Non-funded hours will be charged at MSJ Minis hourly rate.

Is there a MSJ Minis uniform?

Yes, we keep uniform as simple and affordable as possible. Rising 4s are required to wear MSJ branded polo shirts and jumpers, together with unbranded plain navy joggers and shorts. Reception aged children are required to wear the standard MSJ Pre-Prep uniform.

Is lunch and snacks included in the fees?

Whilst not included within school fees, we advise that your son/daughter takes advantage of our fantastic hot lunch and snack offering. Our food is prepared by our spectacular catering team, who deliver healthy, nutritious and delicious meals. This is provided at a daily charge of £3 for both.

My child still has an afternoon nap, are you able to facilitate this?

If your child still requires rest during the day, we will be able to provide opportunities for ‘down time’ or a quiet area for a sleep. This will be discussed during our welcome meeting and will be tailored to your child’s needs.

Does my child need to be toilet trained?

Yes. All pupils need to be fully toilet trained so that they can make the most of the opportunities offered at MSJ Minis. We do not have facilities available for nappy changing but of course will be able to deal with the occasional accident.

I’m interested in a place for my child – what are the next steps?

To discuss a place in MSJ Minis for your child, please get in touch with a member of our friendly admissions team at admissions@malvernstjames.co.uk or +44 (0) 1684 892 288. We will be able to talk you through the next steps, whether that is a tour of the school or beginning the registration process.

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