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UK guidance recommends that children under five should be active for at least three hours each day.
Nurseries can support this by including:

-Active play throughout the day

-Outdoor play opportunities

-Structured physical development sessions

SportyMinis sessions contribute towards this daily target by providing expert-led movement sessions focused on fundamental skills.

Before starting school, children benefit from developing fundamental movement skills such as:

• running
• jumping
• hopping
• balancing
• throwing
• catching
• kicking

These skills help children build confidence in movement, which supports physical activity, play and participation in sports later in life.

SportyMinis sessions focus on developing 21 fundamental movement skills in a progressive way.

A strong nursery physical development programme should include:

• daily opportunities for movement

• structured skill development

• activities that build coordination and balance

• opportunities for teamwork and social interaction

• activities that are fun and engaging

SportyMinis provides structured sessions designed specifically for early years children.

Yes, when the coaches understand early childhood development and the EYFS framework.

Specialist early years physical development coaches can bring expertise, structured programmes and new ideas that support nursery staff and enhance children’s learning.

SportyMinis coaches specialise in delivering age-appropriate physical development sessions for young children.

SportyMinis sessions can be delivered in spaces as small as 10 metres by 5 metres.

Sessions can take place:

• indoors
  
• outdoors
  
• in halls
  
• in classrooms
  
• in playground areas
  

Activities are adapted to suit the space available.

No.

SportyMinis coaches bring all the equipment needed for each session, including balls, cones and coordination equipment.

There are no equipment costs for the nursery.

Each SportyMinis session lasts around 30 minutes, which is ideal for young children’s attention span.

This allows children to stay engaged while practising movement skills.

Most nurseries run weekly sessions.

However, some nurseries also book:

• half-term programmes
  
• special sports days
  
• seasonal sessions
  

We work with nurseries to find a schedule that fits their routine.

Physical development helps children build:

• strength and coordination
  
• balance and stability
  
• confidence in their bodies
  
• concentration and focus
  
• social interaction through play
  

It is also one of the prime areas of learning in the EYFS framework.

Yes.

Movement helps stimulate brain development and can improve:

• attention
  
• listening skills
  
• memory
  
• problem-solving
  

Short bursts of physical activity can help children return to learning activities feeling more focused.

When children learn new movement skills, they experience small achievements that build confidence.

This helps them:

• try new challenges
  
• participate in group activities
  
• develop resilience
  

SportyMinis sessions focus on positive encouragement and achievable goals.

SportyMinis sessions are designed to be inclusive and supportive, rather than competitive.

Children participate at their own level and are encouraged to enjoy movement rather than compete.

This helps children who may be less confident gradually develop their skills.

Movement plays an important role in early childhood learning.

Physical activity can support:

• brain development
  
• communication skills
  
• emotional wellbeing
  
• social interaction
  
• problem-solving
  

Active play helps children learn through experience.

Yes.

SportyMinis focuses on teaching the fundamental movement skills that form the foundation of all sports and physical activities.

These skills support lifelong physical confidence.

Yes.

Sessions are designed to be:

• playful
  
• energetic
  
• encouraging
  
• engaging
  

Children learn through games and challenges that make movement fun.

Yes.

All SportyMinis coaches are DBS checked and follow safeguarding procedures when working with children.

Yes.

Activities are designed specifically for early years children and focus on safe, age-appropriate movements.

Coaches ensure that sessions are structured and supervised carefully.

SportyMinis coaches have training and experience in working with young children and delivering physical development activities in early years settings.

Yes.

Nurseries can arrange a free taster session to see how the programme works before making any decision.

Booking is simple:

1. Contact SportyMinis
   
2. Arrange a free taster session
   
3. Choose a suitable day and time
   

Begin regular sessions

In many cases, sessions can begin within a few weeks depending on availability in your area.

If the weather is unsuitable for outdoor activities, our coaches only require a small indoor space to deliver a safe and engaging session. If an indoor space is not available on the day, we will arrange a make-up session within one month so the children do not miss out.

Our standard rate is £75 per hour.

For new settings, we offer a free taster session so you can see how the programme works. This is followed by a five-week introductory term at a reduced rate of £60 per hour.

We offer two flexible payment options:

Nursery Invoicing
We invoice the nursery directly for the sessions. Payments can be made monthly, half-termly or termly, depending on what works best for your setting.

Parent Pay Option
We provide a simple registration link through ClassForKids, which you can share with parents. Parents then register and pay for their child to take part in the sessions.