Nativities for Early Years

Our early years nativity plays offer perfectly-pitched, thoughtfully structured and highly versatile performances that will delight children and audiences alike. With simple EYFS nativity songs and an editable scripts available, these nativity plays are ideal for nursery and early years pupils.

It’s important to us that we make things as easy as possible for you, especially at such a busy time of year. Each early years nativity book contains plenty of guidance on how to approach the staging as well as the singing of each song. For more help and advice, we recommend reading our blog, which reveals some top tips on staging a nativity musical.

Click on a product below to hear our nativity for early years song clips and to read samples of the easy to learn scripts.

Preschool Nativity Plays

Our early years and nursery nativity plays reflect the true spirit of Christmas, celebrated throughout primary schools and nurseries across the country. These Christmas nativity plays for early years have their own unique story and songs to both entertain and teach. Whether you’re performing to other pupils, parents or filming your nativity performance this year, there’s something to suit all early years and nursery classes in this wide selection.

Popular nativity plays for early years:

1. Honky Tonky Donkey

Perfect for both small and large casts, this is a fun and energetic twist on the classic nativity tale and a staple favourite amongst early years.


2. Higgledy Piggledy Nativity

Ideal for smaller classes, this easy-to-follow tale follows the stable farm animals preparing to give the nativity characters a warm welcome upon their arrival.


3. The Little Blue Star

Focusing on celebrating our differences and individuality, this delightful early years nativity play carries an important and celebrated message.


4. Stable by Starlight

Perfectly pitched for preschool and early years, this nativity play provides flexibility in the number of roles and speaking characters so that you can adapt to the needs of the children.


5. Follow the Star

Full of lively songs and clever storytelling, this script is bound to be a hit with your nursery or early years group!

Ready to stage the perfect early years nativity? Browse our collection and choose the perfect production! If you have any questions, contact us; we're here to help every step of the way.

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