Welcome to the Nursery Leaders Network!
This space is just for nursery directors, owners and senior leadership teams to connect with one another, share experiences and find support from people who truly understand the realities of running a nursery. Inside, you’ll find your member benefits, useful updates and opportunities to meet others in the community throughout the year.
As a member, you'll be added to an exclusive mailing list, where you'll receive updates and information about this page, event invites and discount codes. Please keep an eye on your inbox and check your junk folder. If you need to change any details, please email
If you ever need anything or have suggestions for the club, we’d love to hear from you, so we've included a form below.
Thank you for joining the Nursery Leaders Network. We’re delighted to have you here.
VIP Ticket at Childcare & Education Expo National
Childcare & Education Expo National is returning to Coventry Building Society Arena on the 2nd -3rd October, and as a Nursery Leaders Network member, you can attend as a VIP. This means you get a full day of learning, networking and VIP benefits all at no cost.
If you wish to register for your complimentary ticket, click the button below.
Resource Hub
As part of your membership, you get free access to exclusive resources including videos, articles, and speaker presentations. Click below to download resources.
- SEND Insights & Support
- Three Conversations Nursery Leaders Should Be Having Right Now
- Business Stage Takeaways for Early Years Leaders
- Advisory Board White Paper
- Main Stage Takeaways for Early Years Leaders
- Everything Early Years Leaders Need to Know about Ofsted's Renewed Inspection Framework
- Findings from the Childcare & Education Expo Advisory Board, May 2026
- Childcare & Education Expo London 2026 Speaker Presentation Slides
Calendar of Events
As a Nursery Leaders Network member, you'll be personally invited to all events closer to the time.
| Event | Date | Location |
| Childcare & Education Expo National | 2nd -3rd October 2026 | Coventry Building Society Arena |
| Early Years Breakfast Summit | 2nd October 2026 | Coventry Building Society Arena |
| SEND in Early Years Conference | 2nd October 2026 | Coventry Building Society Arena |
| Childcare & Education Expo London | 5th & 6th March 2027 | Excel, London |
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National Early Years Forum |
TBC | Coventry Building Society Arena |
Member Benefits
Event Invitations
Invites to the Childcare & Education Expo
Membership includes invitations to Childcare & Education Expo London & National. Plus, exclusive after-show parties, conferences and forums.
All Access Seminar Pass
Free CPD Seminars
All Access Pass to CPD seminars at each event, plus discounted seminars for your wider team
Tailored Supplier Introductions
Personalised meeting support
Benefit from our structured matchmaking service, where meetings are pre-arranged based on your needs.
Year-Round Learning
Year-Round Learning
Access content, insights, and videos designed to inform decision-making and inspire progress.
After Show Party
Exclusive Invite to our After Show Party
Invitation to our exclusive after-show party for more networking with peers and key suppliers in the sector
Sector Updates
What’s New in Early Years
Stay ahead with the latest trends, innovations and sector developments shaping the future of early education.
