Events
National early years and childcare conference 2026
Date
23 September 2026
Member Price
Free
Non-Member Price
Free
Organiser
Social Care Wales
Location
Swansea.com Stadium, Swansea
Join Social Care Wales to hear from national early years experts, as well as practitioners from settings who will share how theory is translated into real-life practice. The day will offer valuable opportunities for professional learning, reflection and networking.
What the conference will cover:
- Anti-discriminatory practice – exploring how anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practice can be embedded in early years settings, including listening to lived experiences, reflective practice, partnership working and the challenges of creating meaningful, sustained change
- Leadership and management – looking at what effective leadership looks like in the sector and how it’s demonstrated in practice, including the positive impact on staff retention and wellbeing
- Introduction to the NEST framework – supporting the mental health and wellbeing of babies, children and young people
- Wellbeing – valuing and empowering staff and children and creating positive environments where everyone feels happy, safe and secure.
The conference is free to attend and is open to anyone with an interest in early years and childcare.
