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, outdoors education and dance alongside the more regular Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) activities.

Taking their first steps into education

With wrap around care from 8am – 6pm, we welcome Minis families into school at drop off and pick up, ensuring that you have direct contact with the people who are caring for your child during the day for feedback and collaboration to ensure their early school experience is 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.

Nursery Vouchers

We offer flexible nursery sessions designed to fit your family’s needs, with options for funded hours and extended care. Our goal is to provide a nurturing environment where your child can thrive while giving parents clear, transparent pricing and choices.

For more information visit our Fees page.

Discover the activities our Minis take part in:

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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

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Mrs Healey is our MSJ Minis Teacher, who grew up locally in Malvern. She studied Food and Nutrition at Sheffield Hallam University before completing her PGCE, which launched her into a diverse teaching career. With experience across primary, secondary, and special education settings, Mrs Healey has found a love for all things Early Years. She enjoys providing a caring, nurturing approach and a stimulating environment for all her young learners. Outside the classroom, she enjoys travelling and walking her black Labrador across the Malvern Hills. When she can she also loves to ski and enjoys swimming and yoga. She is passionate about good food and loves to cook and bake.

Miss Ross

Minis Teacher

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Miss Ross is our Malvern St James EYFS Teacher Assistant, who moved to Malvern 12 years ago. She studied Outdoor Education at Cumbria University before completing her BA in Primary & Outdoor Education at Worcester University. With many years of working in primary education and outdoor settings, Miss Ross followed her passion to teach in the Early Years. Her fondness for early years learning, professional approach and team player skills helps to assist and support young learners to explore the world around them in confidence. In her own time, Miss Ross loves to participate in various marathon events in the UK and abroad, as well as walking and playing with her golden retriever.

Mighty Minis Nursery

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FAQs

Can I use my 15 hours government funding?

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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 0800 to 1530. 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?

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

Do you accept Tax-Free childcare payments?

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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?

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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 do please enquire further.

Is there any after-school care provision?

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Yes, your child can stay until 18:00 Monday to Friday. We are here to support you with wrap-around care which works around your needs. Non funded hours will be charged at MSJ Minis hourly rate.

Is there a MSJ Minis uniform?

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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. We can discuss this further with you.

Is lunch and snacks included in the fees?

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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 £3.00 for both.

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

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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?

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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?

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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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