The first 1,000 days of life, the time from conception to age two, are the most powerful window for brain development. What babies experience in these earliest days shapes their learning, relationships, and wellbeing for years to come.

In this thought-provoking session, Clare Stead (teacher, researcher, and creator of Oliiki baby Brain Building) will show why the tiniest routines such as feeding, nappy changing, settling, and play are not “just care,” but the very building blocks of learning. You’ll discover how leadership, culture, and simple changes in daily practice can transform your baby room, boost staff confidence, and help babies thrive.

You’ll leave with fresh insights, practical strategies, and a renewed sense of the extraordinary difference you and your team can make in those first 1,000 days.