2025 highlights

CST Early Years Summit 2025

Themed on ‘leading child protection through change‘, we explored how we can use agility and innovation to protect children in a changing political and social landscape.

101

delegates

16

speakers

8

sessions

"The whole day was very thought provoking and covered perspectives from policy to neuroscience. It was great to network with so many trust specialists from all over the country."
Juliet ClarkEarly Years Trust Director, Redhill Academy Trust
CST Early Years 2025
CST Early Years 2025
CST Early Years 2025
CST Early Years 2025
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Inspiring sessions

Throughout the day, delegates explored:

  • Balancing structured teaching with play
  • Preparing children emotionally for their future
  • The science behind brain development in early childhood

Focused insights

Discussions covered:

  • Defining ‘reception readiness’ and supporting all learners
  • How data-driven decisions can transform learning outcomes
  • Building emotional skills for long-term success

Making connections

Attendees had the opportunity to:

  • Participate in thought-provoking panel discussions
  • Exchange practical ideas and solutions with colleagues from across the country
  • Network with colleagues and leading suppliers to the sector

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Join us for 2026

We would love to see you at our next Early Years Summit, taking place on Tuesday 21 April 2026 at the Birmingham Conference and Events Centre.

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