Baby Week National Conference 2026
Join professionals, practitioners, leaders, academics and community partners from across the UK at this free national conference exploring how everyday interactions help babies and young children learn, communicate and thrive.
Building the Best Start Together
Professionals, leaders, practitioners, policymakers, academics and community partners from across the UK are invited to attend the Baby Week National Conference 2026.
Taking place during Baby Week, this free national conference will explore this year's theme:
"Chat, Play, Read with Me: Together We Build the Best Start"
The event will focus on the everyday interactions that help babies and young children learn, communicate and thrive, bringing together professionals from a range of sectors to share learning, research and best practice.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 18 November 2026
Time: 9.00am to 3.30pm
Venue: Council House, Market Square, Nottingham
Cost: Free
Who should attend?
The conference is suitable for:
- Early years professionals
- Health practitioners
- Family support workers
- Educators
- Community organisations
- Policymakers
- Researchers and academics
- Anyone working to improve outcomes for babies, young children and families
Book your place
Tickets are free, but booking is essential.
Please register using the event booking page (link below) and share this opportunity with colleagues, partners and networks.
Find out more at: www.babyweek.co.uk
Booking is needed for this activity