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Nursery World's Big Day Out

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Karen Boardman - Edge Hill University

Karen Boardman

Head of Department, Early Years Education , Edge Hill University

Karen Boardman is the Head of Department for Early Years Education and the Director of the International Centre for Early Years Education at Edge Hill University.

Karen is a member of the Early Years Coalition and has worked on the Birth to Five Matters Non-Statutory Guidance for the EYFS (Early Education), leading on the mathematics section. Karen has also led on the ‘Playful learning from birth’ sections of Play Matters (Early Years Reviews) and literacy sections on the latest sector document School Readiness Matters – Embedded and Threaded Transitions (TACTYC).  

Karen is a published author. Her latest book ‘Early Literacy for Under-Fives’ (Sage) was shortlisted for the nomination of Nursery World Professional Book of the Year in 2025. Karen’s research is focused on literacy, play, provision for under-threes and research circles.

Testimonials
  • A must for all professionals working with Early Years pupils
    Louise Parr, CEO
    Astrum Multi Academy Trust
  • A great opportunity for CPD and to network with like-minded individuals
    Charlotte Roles, Manager
    Dimples Day Nursery
  • Inspiring seminars, enthusiastic exhibitors, a very worthwhile experience!
    Jennie Taylor, Pre School Manager
    Pilgrims Pre Prep School
  • For us, Nursery World's Big Day Out is a day to recharge, reflect and return inspired
    Catherine Stoneman, CEO
    Kido
  • NWBDO is a refreshing opportunity for our team to connect, learn and share ideas beyond their usual settings. The expert-led sessions inspired fresh thinking and showcased best practice across Early Years. Exhibiting also gave us the chance to showcase our work and build meaningful connections.
    Kirstie O’Neill, Early Careers Manager   
    Bright Horizons

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