Nursery World’s Big Day Out

14 May 2027 | Business Design Centre, London
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Don’t miss the UK’s largest early years festival!

Nursery World’s Big Day Out brought the UK’s largest early years festival to life in May 2026!

Our biggest year yet welcomed early years professionals, nursery practitioners, managers, educators and sector leaders for a packed day of CPD, learning, networking, expert speakers, interactive workshops and celebration.

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One big day

Visitors enjoyed…

  • Six live stages
  • 100+ expert speakers
  • Interactive workshops and experiences
  • One ticket with access to every session and workshop, subject to availability

We’ll be back on 14 May 2027 at the Business Design Centre, London for another big celebration of the early years sector.

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Build your perfect day

Explore topics that matter most to you

Discover practical ideas, expert insights and fresh thinking across the key issues shaping early years education today.

Learning & Development Innovations

Special Educational Needs (SEND)

Technology & Artificial Intelligence

Career Development & Leadership

Sustainability in Early Years

Ofsted Regulations & Government Policies

Our sponsors and partners

Meet the organisations supporting Nursery World’s Big Day Out.

Gold Sponsors

Media Partners

Children &
Young People Now

Experience Nursery World’s Big Day Out

Six live stages

Explore a full day of Early Years insight

Nursery World’s Big Day Out brings together expert-led content across six live stages, covering practice, people, careers, SEND, environments and the future of Early Years.

1

The Inspiring Practice Stage 3-5s

Practical sessions focused on supporting learning, development and high-quality practice for children aged three to five.

2

The Inspiring Practice Stage 0-2s

Dedicated insight for working with babies and toddlers, with a focus on early development, relationships and everyday practice.

3

The People and Careers Stage

Sessions exploring recruitment, retention, qualifications, leadership, workforce development and career progression.

4

The Environment Stage

Ideas and practical guidance for creating inspiring, safe, sustainable and engaging Early Years environments.

5

The SEND Stage

Expert support around inclusive practice, communication, behaviour, early identification and supporting children with additional needs.

6

The Future Stage

Forward-looking sessions on wellbeing, technology, policy, leadership and the changing future of the Early Years sector.

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Testimonials

What our visitors say

“
A must for all professionals working with Early Years pupils.
Louise Parr CEO, Astrum Multi Academy Trust
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A great opportunity for CPD and to network with like-minded individuals.
Charlotte Roles Manager, Dimples Day Nursery
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Inspiring seminars, enthusiastic exhibitors, a very worthwhile experience!
Jennie Taylor Pre School Manager, Pilgrims Pre Prep School
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For us, Nursery World’s Big Day Out is a day to recharge, reflect and return inspired.
Catherine Stoneman CEO, Kido
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A refreshing opportunity for our team to connect, learn and share ideas beyond their usual settings.
Kirstie O’Neill Early Careers Manager, Bright Horizons