York Minster is a place where children, parents and families can feel at home. Whether joining us for worship, or heading to Sunday School, this page provides you with all you need to know to ensure your time with us is fruitful for all.
Sunday School
During the 11am Eucharist, the second Sunday of the month
Minster Angels – under 5s: Activities include play, bible stories, and songs. This group is for babies and children up to school age. Parents and carers should accompany their children to the group.
Minster Pilgrims – 4 – 11s: Activities include bible stories, discussions, games, songs and usually a craft. This group is for primary school aged children. Parents and carers must accompany their children to the Zouche Chapel and fill in a straightforward permissions form and let us know of any special requirements. The children must be collected at the distribution of the Eucharist.
Children's Corner
During the 11am Eucharist, when there is no Sunday School
Every week, when there is not a Sunday School, there is a Children’s Corner set up in the Nave with red floor mats, toys and books for families to use during the service.
Children of all ages are invited to use the space and families can stay for as long or as little as they like.
Minster Mice
Wednesday in term time at 9.30am
Minster Mice is a fun, weekly service aimed at babies and pre-school aged children and their parents/carers. The group meet on Wednesdays in term time in St Stephen’s Chapel for friendship, fun and spiritual support. Activities include play, songs and stories.
This service is free to attend, with no booking required.
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