Early Years Sector Events

Here’s where you’ll find details of early years sector events including conferences, workshops and exhibitions for early years childcare professionals. 

Award-Winning Childcare & Education Expo Returns to London in 2026

Friday 20 and Saturday 21 March 2026, London Olympia

 

Join over 3,000 early years professionals for two packed days of learning, networking and discovery at Childcare & Education Expo London, the longest-running and award-winning early years event, designed to inspire and empower early years professionals from every corner of the UK.

What’s New in 2026

Nursery Leaders Network
A membership community designed for Independent Nursery Owners, Nursery Group CEO’s and Senior Leadership Teams, designed to unite like-minded leaders, foster insight-driven innovation and accelerate sector-wide growth in early years, providing a platform where experience meets strategy and ambition meets support.

Business Stage

A brand-new content stream with targeted seminars dedicated towards leadership and business, ideal for Nursery Owners, CEO’s & Senior Leadership Teams.

Special Guest Early Years Minister, Olivia Bailey MP
The Early Years Minister will be attending to provide the latest insights across all areas of Early Years policy.

Why Attend?

  • Stay informedon key topics including SEND, behaviour, technology, play, communication, wellbeing and outdoor learning
  • Find solutionsthat genuinely work for your setting and budget
  • Connectwith fellow professionals to share experiences and build your network
  • Gain CPD with inspiring, practical sessions that support your professional development
Register for your free ticket today