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School Nativity Play Ideas, Musicals and Songs for Christmas

Dotdismus is the UK's No.1 place for the very best selection of School Nativity Plays, Christmas Musical Plays and Christmas Songs for nursery schools, primary schools, churches and young children.  You'll also find all the brand new nativity plays and Christmas musicals for from the most respected publishers and authors of children's school musical plays, all here in one place.

Find the perfect School Nativity script or Christmas musical play by selecting from the options in the box below, or scroll down for more Christmas play ideas and information:

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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.

Christmas Songbooks, Cantatas and Concerts for Schools and Children


True Saint Nicolas, The - By Martin Neill and Ruth KenwardTrue Saint Nicolas, The
by Martin Neill and Ruth Kenward
Ages 7 to 16

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
Merry Christmas Carols - Book and CDMerry Christmas Carols
Book and CD
Ages 3 to 7


Carols For Young Choirs - By Alison CarverCarols For Young Choirs
by Alison Carver
Ages 7 to 14

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

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
Seven Lessons and Carols - Sheila WilsonSeven Lessons and Carols
Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11


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

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

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

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

Our Newest Recommended Nativity Plays and Christmas Musicals


Easy Peasy Nativity - By Dave CorbettEasy Peasy Nativity
by Dave Corbett
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
Jingle Book, The - By Mike Horth and Jan PorterJingle Book, The
by Mike Horth and Jan Porter
Ages 7 to 11

1 review
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


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

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

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

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

Recent Best Selling Nativity and Christmas Plays


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

3 reviews
6 Minute Nativity (A Mini-Musical) - By Sarah Watts and Rowena Gibbons6 Minute Nativity (A Mini-Musical)
by Sarah Watts and Rowena Gibbons
Ages 5 to 14

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

Gabriel's Big Break - By Daisy Bond and Ian FaradayGabriel's Big Break
by Daisy Bond and Ian Faraday
Ages 5 to 11

4 reviews

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

Christingle Rock! - By Sheila WilsonChristingle Rock!
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

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

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

9 reviews

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

1 review
Stars Come Out For Christmas, The - By Andrew OxspringStars Come Out For Christmas, The
by Andrew Oxspring
Ages 7 to 11

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

5 reviews

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


Nativity Plays with new AudioScript* option


* AudioScript is an "Audio Book" style read-through of the entire show performed by professional voice actors. The AudioScript is supplied on a CD and teaches each child their lines, when to perform them and most importantly, HOW to perform them. The copy and repeat method is simply the best and quickest way to learn. You can listen to samples of each AudioScript in the Contents/Songlist section of each show.


Bethlehem Bootee Company, The - By Dave CorbettBethlehem Bootee Company, The
by Dave Corbett
Ages 7 to 11

Camel's Arms, The - By Dave CorbettCamel's Arms, The
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 11

Bethlehem Bandits - By Dave CorbettBethlehem Bandits
by Dave Corbett
Ages 7 to 11

1 review
Shepherd's Delight - By Dave CorbettShepherd's Delight
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

1 review

Who? - By Dave CorbettWho?
by Dave Corbett
Ages 7 to 11

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

3 reviews
Jesus In The Manger - By Dave CorbettJesus In The Manger
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

1 review
Rock Around Christmas - By Dave CorbettRock Around Christmas
by Dave Corbett
Ages 7 to 11

1 review

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


Home For Christmas - By Jo Sands and Ruth KenwardHome For Christmas
by Jo Sands and Ruth Kenward
Ages 7 to 14

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

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

This Way To Bethlehem - By Sarah Cant and Mark DickmanThis Way To Bethlehem
by Sarah Cant and Mark Dickman
Ages 3 to 7


Snow Child, The - By Judy LownSnow Child, The
by Judy Lown
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 Wriggly Nativity - By Peter FardellA Wriggly Nativity
by Peter Fardell
Ages 3 to 7

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

6 reviews

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

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

7 reviews
Magical Christmas Journey - By Sarah BakerMagical Christmas Journey
by Sarah Baker
Ages 5 to 11

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

6 reviews

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


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
Gimme, Gimme, Gimme! - By Lou Gardiner and Andrew OxspringGimme, Gimme, Gimme!
by Lou Gardiner and Andrew Oxspring
Ages 7 to 11

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

3 reviews

Stars Come Out For Christmas, The - By Andrew OxspringStars Come Out For Christmas, The
by Andrew Oxspring
Ages 7 to 11

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

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

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

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

3 reviews
Mr Humbug Sees The Light - By Andrew OxspringMr Humbug Sees The Light
by Andrew Oxspring
Ages 7 to 11

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

4 reviews

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


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

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

Cheeky Cherubs (An Angelic Mini-Nativity) - By Niki DaviesCheeky Cherubs (An Angelic Mini-Nativity)
by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 5

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


Twinkle Town (A Sparkling Mini-Nativity) - By Tom Kirkham and Matthew CrosseyTwinkle Town (A Sparkling Mini-Nativity)
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

Snuggle Up Stable - A Cosy Nativity Musical by Niki DaviesSnuggle Up Stable
A Cosy Nativity Musical by Niki Davies
Ages 3 to 7

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


Musicline School Musicals: Professional Quality Kids Nativity and Christmas Plays


Bethlehem Bootee Company, The - By Dave CorbettBethlehem Bootee Company, The
by Dave Corbett
Ages 7 to 11

Having Fun At Christmas - By Les TitfordHaving Fun At Christmas
by Les Titford
Ages 5 to 11

1 review
Sugar Plum - By Dave CorbettSugar Plum
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

1 review

Jesus In The Manger - By Dave CorbettJesus In The Manger
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

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

4 reviews
Manger Mouse - By Dave CorbettManger Mouse
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

1 review
Bethlehem Bandits - By Dave CorbettBethlehem Bandits
by Dave Corbett
Ages 7 to 11

1 review

Camel's Arms, The - By Dave CorbettCamel's Arms, The
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 11

Sulky Santa And The Boy Who Didn't Believe - By Musicline PublicationsSulky Santa And The Boy Who Didn't Believe
by Musicline Publications
Ages 7 to 11

3 reviews
Census Sums - By Dave CorbettCensus Sums
by Dave Corbett
Ages 5 to 7

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

1 review

Redhead Music: Irresistible Nativity and Christmas Plays by Sheila Wilson


Nativity Party!, The (Bring Your Own Lamb) - By Sheila WilsonNativity Party!, The (Bring Your Own Lamb)
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 3 to 7

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

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

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


Christingle Rock! - By Sheila WilsonChristingle Rock!
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Pop-Up Nativity, The - By Sheila WilsonPop-Up Nativity, The
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 3 to 7

Christmas Code, The - Sheila WilsonChristmas Code, The
Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11

Mary, Mary! - By Sheila WilsonMary, Mary!
by Sheila Wilson
Ages 5 to 11


Nativity ... it takes a village - By Sheila WilsonNativity ... it takes a village
by 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

Star Attraction, The - By Sheila WilsonStar Attraction, The
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

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

Drummer Boy, The - By Ali DeeDrummer Boy, The
by Ali Dee
Ages 7 to 11

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

Carol Singers, The - By Val HawthorneCarol Singers, The
by Val Hawthorne
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

Easy Peasy Nativity - By Dave CorbettEasy Peasy Nativity
by Dave Corbett
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
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

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


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

Easy Peasy Nativity - By Dave CorbettEasy Peasy Nativity
by Dave Corbett
Ages 3 to 7

1 review
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

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

Jingle Book, The - By Mike Horth and Jan PorterJingle Book, The
by Mike Horth and Jan Porter
Ages 7 to 11

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

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

Rock Bottom - By Craig HawesRock Bottom
by Craig Hawes
Ages 7 to 11

4 reviews

Popular Christmas Songbooks and Music Books


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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.)

Alternatively, you may post or fax an Order Form (PDF) to us.


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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