The keynote presentation will be delivered by Laura Henry-Allain MBE, whose presentation will be followed by a discussion with a panel of invited guests. Laura will focus on why we should always keep the needs of children and their families at the centre of our practice and not get overly distracted by external factors such as legislation, guidance and politics. 

Topics to be discussed are likely to include (but not limited to) the following:

• SEND in Early Years  -  what do we need to know?
• Recruitment, retention and career development of staff
• Ratios / Qualifications
• Sustainability of nursery settings
• Building financial stability of nurseries