Our practitioners instil wonder, curiosity and a lifelong desire to learn which is so important for all children to thrive and reach their full potential. They offer them memorable learning opportunities which open up a world of possibilities. Purnima Tanuku OBE, Chief Executive of NDNA
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Conference – be part of the bigger picture
The greatest joy of conference for me is meeting old friends and making new contacts – but even more so this year with the chance to get together in person for the first time in three years. Talking with colleagues from across the country , sharing ideas and experiences with others from such a wide… Continue reading Conference – be part of the bigger picture
Join us at NDNA Conference
After two years of being unable to see one another face to face, now is the time to come together again and do what we do best: celebrate the amazing work and passion of our early years sector at NDNA Conference 2022. Our conference and awards is always the highlight of the year for me.… Continue reading Join us at NDNA Conference
NDNA Awards Winners
Congratulations to all of our awards finalists who we were delighted to see at our awards ceremony on Friday 24th June. We are thrilled to announce our 2022 awards winners below.
NDNATalk: On demand
Free webinar slides for NDNA members, accessible at any time. NDNATalk webinars NDNATalk Employment Rights update with Citation NDNATalk Cymru 2026 NDNATalk England: Spring 2025 NDNATalk Scotland: Spring 2026 NDNATalk Employment Rights update with Citation: Spring 2026
Activity and tip of the week
Disclaimer: Activities with children must always be risk assessed, including for allergies or choking. Children must always have adequate supervision. Resources and materials must always be appropriate for children’s age and stage of development.
NDNA appoints two new Directors
National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) has appointed a Director of Policy and Communications and a new Director of Business Development as part of plans to enhance the support and representation the sector needs at this critical time. As providers in the early years sector face challenges in delivering government funded childcare places and the uncertainties… Continue reading NDNA appoints two new Directors
Childcare Online Training Bundles: what is included?
The below courses are included in NDNA’s childcare online training bundles. The courses included are suitable for all nations unless otherwise indicated. The courses included in our core course bundles are: Mandatory training: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) – England only: Specialist topics: The courses included in our short bundle (UK) are: The courses included… Continue reading Childcare Online Training Bundles: what is included?
Nursery Inspections: Review of Quality Practice
What is included: NDNA offers an independent review of quality practice to help settings ensure the highest quality of practice across their provision. Each visit is carried out by an independent advisor who will spend time in your provision looking at all aspects of your practice. Review visits include: Bespoke visits may focus on: The… Continue reading Nursery Inspections: Review of Quality Practice
Live virtual childcare and early years training
Our live virtual classroom training and webinars are how we support members with training, when you don’t require an in-house session. Virtual classrooms are a more immersive alternative to online training, due to other participant involvement. All the below courses can be offered as twilight sessions in your nursery. You can call us with any… Continue reading Live virtual childcare and early years training
Nursery training: Brilliant Babies – working with birth-2 year olds
Every interaction counts – provide the highest quality care to babies and toddlers. Course details Duration: Full day Who should attend: Practitioners new to working with babies or those wishing to refresh their practiceLevel: Introductory What will I learn? This NDNA childcare course will show practitioners how they help babies make sense of the world around them. Your role is… Continue reading Nursery training: Brilliant Babies – working with birth-2 year olds
Supporting Staff Well-being and Resilience in Early Years training
Strategies for nursery managers to improve the emotional intelligence and well-being of your team. Course details Duration: Full dayWho should attend: Owners and ManagersLevel: Intermediate What will I learn? This leadership course will provide nursery managers with the skills and knowledge to encourage emotional intelligence and well-being within the staff team. You will learn how to develop a… Continue reading Supporting Staff Well-being and Resilience in Early Years training
Peer Observations nursery training
Observing your staff will improve interactions with children and the quality of your setting. Course details Duration: Full day Who should attend: Leaders and Managers Level: Intermediate What will I learn? Leaders and managers need to oversee teaching and learning to identify which staff need support; something that Ofsted will judge nurseries on. This managers’ course will give you… Continue reading Peer Observations nursery training
Nursery leadership and management training
Become an outstanding leader at your nursery. Course details Duration: Full dayWho should attend: Owners and ManagersLevel: Intermediate Please note this course is for experienced managers. For those new to management, please see our course, Effective Team Leadership. What will I learn? This course will equip early years managers and leaders with the skills and knowledge to lead outstanding… Continue reading Nursery leadership and management training
Nursery training: Induction, supervision and appraisal
Improve nursery staff performance and staff retention. A full induction for new staff and consistent supervisions are key components to improving staff performance and retention. This managers’ course will give you the key skills required. Course details Duration: Half day Who should attend: This course is suitable for those managing teams and early years settings including… Continue reading Nursery training: Induction, supervision and appraisal
Effective team leadership nursery training
An introductory course to becoming an effective team leader. Course details Duration: Full day Who should attend: Newly appointed team leaders or deputy managers about to be promotedLevel: Introductory What will I learn? This childcare course will cover the fundamentals of people management. Attendees will gain a professional awareness of their responsibilities and increase their confidence in their… Continue reading Effective team leadership nursery training
Developing high quality practice nursery training
Deliver high quality practice – learn what steps you and your team need to take. Course details Duration: Full dayWho should attend: This course is aimed at all childcare practitioners. It explains how all staff are involved in raising quality to high levels.Level: Intermediate What will I learn? The new education inspection framework emphasises the impact of leaders’… Continue reading Developing high quality practice nursery training
Nursery Baby Room Leader training
Lead your nursery team to high quality practice for babies and toddlers. Course details Duration: Full dayWho should attend: Those who are, or are aspiring to be in a leadership roleLevel: Introductory What will I learn? The EYFS states that the member of staff in charge of the under two year-old’s room must have suitable experience of working… Continue reading Nursery Baby Room Leader training
Terrific Two Year Olds training course
A full-day in-house training course for practitioners responsible for the care, education and development of two-year-olds. Duration: Full day Who should attend: Suitable for early years practitioners working with children aged two. What will I learn? Two-year-olds are terrific. They are inquisitive individuals, unique in their interests and developing abilities. Two-year-olds go through rapid phases of… Continue reading Terrific Two Year Olds training course