A Gorgeous Welcome: School Reception Starters Session at Minikin

Helping Children Feel Excited, Confident, and Ready for Big School!

Starting school is a huge milestone — and here in Manchester, we’ve created a heartwarming, confidence-boosting experience just for Reception starters. Whether your child is bursting with excitement or feeling a little nervous, our Reception Starters Sessionis designed to make their transition into school life joyful, memorable, and magical.

What Happens During Our Reception Starters Session?

In a safe, warm and creative setting we’ll read a lovely story together all about starting school — from hanging up coats on their name pegs to making new friends and playing in the outdoor area. Children quickly see that school can be fun and full of adventure.

To make the day even more special, each child gets to:

• Paint their own school memory tile – a unique keepsake to treasure forever.

• Decorate a delicious biscuit with icing and sprinkles (yum!).

• Enjoy a drink of juice while chatting with new friends and parents.

These creative activities aren’t just fun — they also help children express their feelings about starting school and build confidence as they try something new in a gentle, playful way.

Why Choose Our Reception Starters Session?

Our gorgeous session is more than just a playgroup — it’s a thoughtful introduction to school life, crafted with care. We’ve welcomed hundreds of little ones across Manchester, helping them to feel ready, excited, and proud to take those first steps into Reception class.

Whether your child is feeling eager or a little unsure, they’ll leave our session smiling, with new memories, new friends, and a beautifully painted tile to remember this important moment.

This session is ideal for:

• Children starting Reception in Manchester this September

• Parents looking for school transition activities

• Families wanting a keepsake memory of their child’s school journey

• Anyone wanting a gentle, creative introduction to school life

Book Your Place Today

Spaces fill quickly for our Reception Starters Session at Minikin in Sale, Greater Manchester, so don’t wait! Give your child a gorgeous, memorable experience as they prepare to start school.

Let’s celebrate the beginning of their school adventure — together.