Be prepared to hear from a diverse range of speakers, including leaders in early childhood, educators, academics, researchers and child development specialists.

You will have the chance to actively take part throughout the conference through discussions, networking, shared reflection and workshop activities.

Why should you attend The Voice of Early Childhood Conference?

• To hear about latest thinking, research and best practice around children's development and learning
• To hear from pioneering and well respected early childhood specialists and researchers, experienced educators and influential leaders
• To take part in shared reflection, discussion and building a wider early childhood community
• To network with educators, leaders, parents, academics, researchers and students
• To gain insight from our exhibitors on the latest resources and business solutions

Who shoud attend:

• Early childhood leaders, managers and owners interested in supporting and upskilling their teams, developing their leadership and ensuring they are delivering the best provision they can. 
• Educators, childminders, nannies and students looking to upskill themselves, gain up to date child development knowledge and ensure their work is research and theory informed.
• Academics, researchers, consultants and policy makers who are interested in the field of early childhood and gaining insight into current practice and latest research developments. 
• Parents, carers and family members interested in children's development and embedding research and theory into supporting the children in their care.

2025 conference themes:

• Actively supporting children's mental health: What can we do?
• Cultivating a critical approach: Targeting social justice & anti-racism
• Ofsted: What to expect on your inspection day
• Baby room leadership and latest research
• Inclusive beginnings: Nurturing every child with SEND
• Recruiting a diverse workforce & investing in staff retention
• Constructing an early years curriculum
• The power of networking & community building
• The essential neuroscience of humour & laughter
• Using stories to build confidence & improve oracy
• Early literacy through 'Songdrawing’
• A neuroscientific lens on the learning environment