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School Nativity Plays, Christmas Musicals & Nativity Scripts for Schools

Find the Perfect School Nativity Play - Christmas Musicals, Scripts and Songs for Nursery & Primary Schools

Looking for a school nativity play? Browse a huge collection of Christmas musicals, nativity scripts and songs for nursery and primary schools. Discover the latest releases and popular classroom favourites from trusted publishers.

Find the best school nativity plays, Christmas musicals and nativity scripts for nursery, EYFS, KS1 and primary schools. Whether you're planning a simple early years nativity or a full Christmas musical production, you'll discover hundreds of scripts, songs and performance resources in one place.

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Choosing the right nativity script often depends on the age of your pupils.

Nursery and EYFS Nativity Plays: Nativity plays for younger children usually feature simple lines, memorable songs and lots of opportunities for children to take part as angels, shepherds and animals.

KS1 Nativity Plays: KS1 productions often combine a traditional Christmas story with lively songs and fun characters that children love performing.

KS2 and Whole School Musicals: Larger productions may include narration, humour and bigger casts while still keeping the message of the nativity at the heart of the performance.

Our Newest Recommended Nativity Plays and Christmas Musicals

Every year new Christmas productions are released for schools looking for something fresh and exciting. The newest nativity plays include modern storytelling, engaging music and flexible scripts suitable for a wide range of class sizes.

If your school performs a nativity every year, exploring the latest releases can bring new energy to your Christmas production.

Hushaby Nativity - By Niki DaviesHushaby Nativity
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Away On A Silent Night - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyAway On A Silent Night
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Camel-Ama-Ding-Dong - By Niki DaviesCamel-Ama-Ding-Dong
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Secret Angels - A Heavenly Nativity Musical by Niki DaviesSecret Angels
A Heavenly Nativity Musical by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

1 review

What On Earth Is Christmas - By Nick Haworth and Andrew OxspringWhat On Earth Is Christmas
by Nick Haworth and Andrew Oxspring
Ages 7 to 11

Hay Bale Hotel - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyHay Bale Hotel
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Beep Beep Bethlehem - A Lively Nativity Musical by Niki DaviesBeep Beep Bethlehem
A Lively Nativity Musical by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Bethlehem Ballroom - A Toe-Tapping Musical Nativity by Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyBethlehem Ballroom
A Toe-Tapping Musical Nativity by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Recent Best Selling Nativity and Christmas Plays


A Little Nativity - By John and Ruth KenwardA Little Nativity
by John and Ruth Kenward
Ages 3 to 7

5 reviews
Chilly Milly - Sara Ridgley and Gavin MoleChilly Milly
Sara Ridgley and Gavin Mole
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
Christmas Recipe - By Peter FardellChristmas Recipe
by Peter Fardell
Ages 5 to 11

7 reviews
I-SPY Christmas - By John and Ruth KenwardI-SPY Christmas
by John and Ruth Kenward
Ages 3 to 7

1 review

Jesus' Christmas Party - By Roger ParsleyJesus' Christmas Party
by Roger Parsley
Ages 5 to 11

6 reviews
Babushka (The Musical) - By Ruth KenwardBabushka (The Musical)
by Ruth Kenward
Ages 5 to 11

6 reviews
Noisy Nativity - By Gerry Page and Ruth KenwardNoisy Nativity
by Gerry Page and Ruth Kenward
Ages 3 to 7

Santa's On Strike - By Andrew OxspringSanta's On Strike
by Andrew Oxspring
Ages 5 to 11

9 reviews

Behind The Stable Door - By Sarah Baker and Andrew OxspringBehind The Stable Door
by Sarah Baker and Andrew Oxspring
Ages 5 to 11

7 reviews
Bethlehem Bake-Off - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyBethlehem Bake-Off
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Stable By Starlight - By Niki DaviesStable By Starlight
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Follow The Star - By Niki DaviesFollow The Star
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

1 review

How to Choose the Right Nativity Play for Your School

When selecting a school nativity play, teachers often consider several practical factors:

• The number of children taking part
• The amount of rehearsal time available
• Whether the script includes songs or backing tracks
• The size of the stage or hall
• Whether a narrator is included to guide the story

Many school nativity plays are written with flexible casting so that every child can have a role in the production.

Niki Davies Nativities for EYFS, Nursery and Primary Schools

Niki Davies is one of the UK's best-loved writers of musicals and plays for younger children. Her nativity plays are hugely accessible, great fun and demonstrate extensive writing expertise based on her own classroom teaching experience.

We're proud to present Niki Davies' nativity musicals, with stories that will both engage and teach children all around the country. Every pre-school and primary school nativity can be performed by small and large groups.

Camel-Ama-Ding-Dong - By Niki DaviesCamel-Ama-Ding-Dong
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Hushaby Nativity - By Niki DaviesHushaby Nativity
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Secret Angels - A Heavenly Nativity Musical by Niki DaviesSecret Angels
A Heavenly Nativity Musical by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
Boogie Woogie Nativity - By Niki DaviesBoogie Woogie Nativity
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7


Our primary school Nativity Plays (with nativity scene & characters) and Christmas Musical Plays (non-nativity) are simple to stage and have tuneful catchy songs which the children and adults will love.  Many also have flexible casts and adaptable parts plus a CD of vocal and backing tracks available for use in your rehearsals and performances too, enabling production and direction to take place without specialist musical expertise.

Starshine Music: High-Quality Primary School Nativities and Christmas Plays


Miracle Child - By Ruth KenwardMiracle Child
by Ruth Kenward
Ages 7 to 14

5 reviews
I-SPY Christmas - By John and Ruth KenwardI-SPY Christmas
by John and Ruth Kenward
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
Sleepy Stargazer, The - By John and Ruth KenwardSleepy Stargazer, The
by John and Ruth Kenward
Ages 5 to 11

5 reviews
Christmas Recipe - By Peter FardellChristmas Recipe
by Peter Fardell
Ages 5 to 11

7 reviews

Little Star's Story - By Nairne PageLittle Star's Story
by Nairne Page
Ages 5 to 11

6 reviews
Match Girl's Christmas, The - By Nick PerrinMatch Girl's Christmas, The
by Nick Perrin
Ages 7 to 11

3 reviews
A Way In A Manger - By Ruth Kenward and Caroline KimberA Way In A Manger
by Ruth Kenward and Caroline Kimber
Ages 5 to 11

4 reviews
Snow Child, The - By Judy LownSnow Child, The
by Judy Lown
Ages 5 to 11

6 reviews

A Little Nativity - By John and Ruth KenwardA Little Nativity
by John and Ruth Kenward
Ages 3 to 7

5 reviews
A Wriggly Nativity - By Peter FardellA Wriggly Nativity
by Peter Fardell
Ages 3 to 7

7 reviews
Raggedy King, The - By Veronica ClarkRaggedy King, The
by Veronica Clark
Ages 5 to 7

7 reviews
Donkey Seller, The - By Carrie Richardson and Clare JonesDonkey Seller, The
by Carrie Richardson and Clare Jones
Ages 5 to 11

3 reviews

Edgy Productions: Easy-to-use Nativity Play and Christmas Musical Production Packs


Baa Baa Bethlehem - By Daisy Bond and Ian FaradayBaa Baa Bethlehem
by Daisy Bond and Ian Faraday
Ages 5 to 11

4 reviews
Apprentice, The - By Daisy Bond and Ian FaradayApprentice, The
by Daisy Bond and Ian Faraday
Ages 5 to 11

3 reviews
Happy-Clappy Nativity, A - By Ian Faraday and Daisy BondHappy-Clappy Nativity, A
by Ian Faraday and Daisy Bond
Ages 5 to 11

1 review
It's A Nativity - By Andrew OxspringIt's A Nativity
by Andrew Oxspring
Ages 5 to 7

2 reviews

Behind The Stable Door - By Sarah Baker and Andrew OxspringBehind The Stable Door
by Sarah Baker and Andrew Oxspring
Ages 5 to 11

7 reviews
Bethlehem's Buzzin' - By Daisy Bond and Ian FaradayBethlehem's Buzzin'
by Daisy Bond and Ian Faraday
Ages 5 to 7

4 reviews
How Christmas Came To Be - By Andrew Oxspring and Ian FaradayHow Christmas Came To Be
by Andrew Oxspring and Ian Faraday
Ages 5 to 11

Stargazers - By Daisy Bond and Ian FaradayStargazers
by Daisy Bond and Ian Faraday
Ages 5 to 11

5 reviews

Stable Boy - By Daisy Bond and Ian FaradayStable Boy
by Daisy Bond and Ian Faraday
Ages 5 to 11

4 reviews
Out-Of-This-World Christmas, An - By Andrew OxspringOut-Of-This-World Christmas, An
by Andrew Oxspring
Ages 5 to 11

3 reviews
It's Chr-i-i-i-stmas! - By Andrew Oxspring and Ian FaradayIt's Chr-i-i-i-stmas!
by Andrew Oxspring and Ian Faraday
Ages 5 to 11

2 reviews
Aspects Of Christmas - By Ian FaradayAspects Of Christmas
by Ian Faraday
Ages 7 to 11

2 reviews

The School Musicals Company: Brilliant, Contemporary Nativity Plays for Schools and Drama Clubs


It's A Census, Get Me Out Of Here! - By Matthew Crossey and Tom KirkhamIt's A Census, Get Me Out Of Here!
by Matthew Crossey and Tom Kirkham
Ages 5 to 11

Hooray In A Manger - By Jane Carr and Geoff LawsonHooray In A Manger
by Jane Carr and Geoff Lawson
Ages 5 to 11

Bethlehem Bake-Off - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyBethlehem Bake-Off
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Beep Beep Bethlehem - A Lively Nativity Musical by Niki DaviesBeep Beep Bethlehem
A Lively Nativity Musical by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7


Boogie Woogie Nativity - By Niki DaviesBoogie Woogie Nativity
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Camel-Ama-Ding-Dong - By Niki DaviesCamel-Ama-Ding-Dong
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Bethlehem Ballroom - A Toe-Tapping Musical Nativity by Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyBethlehem Ballroom
A Toe-Tapping Musical Nativity by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Hay Bale Hotel - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyHay Bale Hotel
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11


Musicline School Musicals: Professional Quality Kids Nativity and Christmas Plays


Mend The Manger - By Dave CorbettMend The Manger
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

1 review
Census Sums - By Dave CorbettCensus Sums
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

3 reviews
Creepy Crawly Christmas - By Craig HawesCreepy Crawly Christmas
by Craig Hawes
Ages 7 to 11

3 reviews

Santa's Setbacks - By Dave CorbettSanta's Setbacks
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

1 review
Starlight - By Dave CorbettStarlight
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

2 reviews
Santa's Hat - By Dave CorbettSanta's Hat
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

1 review
Countdown to Christmas - Mike Smith and Wilf TudorCountdown to Christmas
Mike Smith and Wilf Tudor
Ages 7 to 11

3 reviews

Follow That Star - Gawen Robinson and Stephen RobertsonFollow That Star
Gawen Robinson and Stephen Robertson
Ages 5 to 11

1 review
Little Shepherd, The - Malcolm SircomLittle Shepherd, The
Malcolm Sircom
Ages 7 to 11

2 reviews
Christmas Is Forever - By Dave CorbettChristmas Is Forever
by Dave Corbett
Ages 7 to 11

5 reviews
Magical Christmas Box, The - By Craig HawesMagical Christmas Box, The
by Craig Hawes
Ages 5 to 11

4 reviews

Redhead Music: Irresistible Nativity and Christmas Plays by Sheila Wilson


Rock Around The Flock! - By Sheila WilsonRock Around The Flock!
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Gold, Frankincense And Mirth! - By Sheila WilsonGold, Frankincense And Mirth!
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Bethlehem Baby! - Sheila WilsonBethlehem Baby!
Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Holy Joe! (The Un-Sung Hero) - By Sheila WilsonHoly Joe! (The Un-Sung Hero)
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11


Christmas Presence - A Children's Nativity - By Sheila WilsonChristmas Presence
A Children's Nativity - By Sheila Wilson
Ages 7 to 11

Nativity Rock! - By Sheila WilsonNativity Rock!
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Scrooge ... A Ghost Of A Chance - By Sheila WilsonScrooge ... A Ghost Of A Chance
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 7 to 14

Little Angels! - By Sheila WilsonLittle Angels!
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11


jesus @ bethlehemstable.com - By Sheila Wilsonjesus @ bethlehemstable.com
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Peace On Earth! (Everyone's Christmas Wish) - By Sheila WilsonPeace On Earth! (Everyone's Christmas Wish)
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Christmas Stars! - A Nativity Musical by Sheila WilsonChristmas Stars!
A Nativity Musical by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

1 review
Do The Christmas Rock! - By Sheila WilsonDo The Christmas Rock!
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Sara and Gavin's Popular Nativity Plays and Christmas Musicals for Young Children


Chilly Milly - Sara Ridgley and Gavin MoleChilly Milly
Sara Ridgley and Gavin Mole
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
Tale of the Christmas Tree, The - Sara Ridgley and Gavin MoleTale of the Christmas Tree, The
Sara Ridgley and Gavin Mole
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
Shepherd Little - Sara Ridgley and Gavin MoleShepherd Little
Sara Ridgley and Gavin Mole
Ages 3 to 5

5 reviews
Shiniest Star, The - Sara Ridgley and Gavin MoleShiniest Star, The
Sara Ridgley and Gavin Mole
Ages 5 to 7

5 reviews

Kevin Mayhew: Charming Nativities and Christmas Plays


Knock, Knock! Who's There? - By Val HawthorneKnock, Knock! Who's There?
by Val Hawthorne
Ages 3 to 5

A Really Noisy Nativity! - Alison CarverA Really Noisy Nativity!
Alison Carver
Ages 3 to 7

Fleas' Christmas Story, The - By Ali DeeFleas' Christmas Story, The
by Ali Dee
Ages 5 to 11

Christmas Spies, The - Alison CarverChristmas Spies, The
Alison Carver
Ages 5 to 11

Nursery School and EYFS (ages 3-5): Newest Nativity Plays and Christmas Musicals


Hushaby Nativity - By Niki DaviesHushaby Nativity
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Camel-Ama-Ding-Dong - By Niki DaviesCamel-Ama-Ding-Dong
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Secret Angels - A Heavenly Nativity Musical by Niki DaviesSecret Angels
A Heavenly Nativity Musical by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
Beep Beep Bethlehem - A Lively Nativity Musical by Niki DaviesBeep Beep Bethlehem
A Lively Nativity Musical by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Primary and Infant Schools (ages 5-7, Key Stage 1): Newest Nativities and Christmas Plays


Camel-Ama-Ding-Dong - By Niki DaviesCamel-Ama-Ding-Dong
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Hushaby Nativity - By Niki DaviesHushaby Nativity
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

Away On A Silent Night - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyAway On A Silent Night
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Hay Bale Hotel - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyHay Bale Hotel
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Juniors (ages 7-11, Key Stage 2): Newest Nativity Plays and Christmas Musicals


Away On A Silent Night - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyAway On A Silent Night
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

Hay Bale Hotel - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyHay Bale Hotel
by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey
Ages 5 to 11

What On Earth Is Christmas - By Nick Haworth and Andrew OxspringWhat On Earth Is Christmas
by Nick Haworth and Andrew Oxspring
Ages 7 to 11

Christmas With The Krackers - By Lisa and Mark HiltonChristmas With The Krackers
by Lisa and Mark Hilton
Ages 7 to 11

School Pantomime Scripts and Plays


Ye-Ha! - By Craig HawesYe-Ha!
by Craig Hawes
Ages 7 to 11

7 reviews
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Camelot - By Mark And Lisa HiltonA Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Camelot
by Mark And Lisa Hilton
Ages 7 to 11

Fee, Fie, Fo, Fum! - By Andrew RichardsonFee, Fie, Fo, Fum!
by Andrew Richardson
Ages 7 to 14

9 reviews
Amazing Adventures of Superstan, The - By Craig HawesAmazing Adventures of Superstan, The
by Craig Hawes
Ages 7 to 11

5 reviews

Christmas Songbooks, Cantatas and Concerts for Schools and Children


The Golden Apple Christmas Songbook - Alison HedgerThe Golden Apple Christmas Songbook
Alison Hedger
Ages 3 to 11

Come On Christmas - Bright Seasonal Songs for ChildrenCome On Christmas
Bright Seasonal Songs for Children
Ages 5 to 14

4 reviews
One Night In Bethlehem - The Christmas Story in Nine Songs and ReadingsOne Night In Bethlehem
The Christmas Story in Nine Songs and Readings
Ages 7 to 11

1 review

Glad Tidings! - A Complete Carol ServiceGlad Tidings!
A Complete Carol Service
Ages 7 to 11

Noel! - A Complete Carol ServiceNoel!
A Complete Carol Service
Ages 7 to 11

9 Carols and Readings for Choirs - Carol Concert Package9 Carols and Readings for Choirs
Carol Concert Package
Ages 7 to 16

4 reviews

Sing a Christmas Cracker - Jane SebbaSing a Christmas Cracker
Jane Sebba
Ages 7 to 11

A New Nowell - Michael HurdA New Nowell
Michael Hurd
Ages 7 to 14

Manger Tom (Score/CD) - Richard Allain/Thomas AllainManger Tom (Score/CD)
Richard Allain/Thomas Allain
Ages 7 to 14

30+ Sing-along Carols and Christmas Songs - With 2 Backing/2 Vocal CDs + Music/Lyric Booklet30+ Sing-along Carols and Christmas Songs
With 2 Backing/2 Vocal CDs + Music/Lyric Booklet
Ages 5 to 16

2 reviews

Popular Christmas Songbooks and Music Books


Why Schools Love Nativity Musicals

Christmas musicals are popular because they create an exciting atmosphere for children and audiences alike.

A good school nativity musical often includes:

• Memorable songs that children quickly learn
• Humorous moments that keep audiences engaged
• Simple staging and costumes
• A clear retelling of the Christmas story

For many schools, the nativity play becomes one of the highlights of the school year.

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What age are school nativity plays for?

Most nativity plays are written for nursery, EYFS, KS1 or primary school pupils.


How long is a typical school nativity?

Most school productions last between 20 and 40 minutes depending on songs and narration.


Do nativity scripts include music?

Many Christmas musicals include backing tracks, lyrics and sheet music to make rehearsals easier.


How to find a suitable School Nativity Play

We have a superb choice of all the best and most popular entertaining children's school Nativity Plays and Christmas Musicals to be found anywhere in the UK on our website, many with simple and often humorous scripts with flexible casts and adaptable parts to suit small or larger casts.

You can browse them all by selecting from the categories above or, if you know the name or order code of the nativity play you're looking for, you may also use the search box at the top of this page.

Our nativities are conveniently arranged in Age Range/Key Stage groups in order for you to view just the plays which are suitable for your children or group.


Sample Scripts, Cast Lists and Sound Clips

Many of our nativity plays now have sample scripts, cast lists and sound clips for you to view and listen to online, helping you to decide which play would be suitable before you purchase. Just look out for the PDF logos and sound clip icons on the detail pages of each item, where available.


Do you accept School Purchase Orders for payment upon receipt?

Yes we do. If you are ordering from a UK School and would like to pay on receipt of your order, select the "UK School Purchase Order" box in the cart checkout payment options screen and we'll send you an invoice with your order.

(Please Note: We are only able to process orders for the "UK School Purchase Order" payment option where the invoice is addressed to your school.)

For more information on placing an order with us, please see our How To Order page.


Why buy from us?

We represent several different music publishers of nativities and Christmas plays throughout the UK and our website enables you to browse and purchase all your music in one place.

You don't have to set up an account with us first, just add the items to your basket and proceed straight through the checkout.


Who is buying from us?

We regularly receive orders from the general public, schools, pre-schools, music teachers and music co-ordinators, education authorities and non-specialist music teachers finding themselves responsible for music in school.


How can I contact you?

If you have any further questions regarding ordering from us or would like to discuss your specific music requirements with us in more detail, then please contact us and we'll do our best to help (we have several years experience in music teaching, music theatre and musical productions).

For more information on placing an order with us, please see our How To Order page.


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