Early years recognised across the New Year Honours list
Early years professionals have been celebrated in the New Year Honours list, highlighting the vital role they play in shaping children’s outcomes and futures. This year’s recognition spans practitioners, managers and nursery owners, reflecting the breadth of dedication and expertise within the sector.
These honours underline how nurseries are at the heart of communities, supporting families and providing inspiring learning experiences for our youngest children. They also demonstrate the incredible commitment of those working in early education and childcare to give children the best possible start in life.
Tim McLachlan, Chief Executive of NDNA, said:
“The recognition in the New Year Honours list for those working in early education and childcare shows how important our sector is for children’s future. It has been great to see honours for practitioners, leaders, managers and nursery owners, showing the breadth of the amazing work happening across early years.
“Nurseries are where the best start happens for hundreds of thousands of children across the country every day. They are at the heart of their communities, support families and provide inspiring learning experiences for our youngest children. These honours rightly recognise people who make our sector so special and so important.”
Honoured NDNA Members
We are proud to celebrate the achievements of NDNA members and their who have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to early years education:
- Indra Perera OBE – Early Years Leader at Rainbow House
- Susan Nichols OBE – Deputy Manager at Fledglings Day Nursery
- Emma Green OBE – Nursery Manager at Little Lane Nursery
- Neil Lewis MBE – Co-Founder of Tiny Toes Nursery, Southampton
- Sasha Lewis MBE – Co-Founder of Tiny Toes Nursery, Southampton
These honours reflect the passion and dedication of individuals who work tirelessly to ensure children have the best opportunities at the beginning of their life. Their leadership and commitment make a real difference to families and communities across the country.
- England
- childcare
- Children
- early education
- early years
- England
- NDNA
- nurseries
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