National Early Years Teacher Day
15th April 2026
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What is National Early Years Teacher Day
Sponsored by Best Practice Network, National Early Years Teacher Day was created after realising something was amiss. The calendar was full of awareness days for a variety of causes but where was the recognition for Early Years Teachers and their invaluable contribution to our children?
National Early Years Teacher Day on the 15th April, 2026 is a celebration of the invaluable role that Early Years Teachers play in classrooms and settings. You can show your appreciation for the effort and commitment they devote to supporting teaching by getting involved and nominating a deserving colleague for the title of National Early Years Teacher of the Year!
Nominate an Early Years Teacher
Celebrate Early Years Teachers by nominating them for our 2026 National Early Years Teacher of the Year Awards!
Nominations for the 2026 awards are now open.
Build Baldwin a Home Competition
To celebrate National Early Years Teacher Day, Early Years settings and childminders across the country are invited to take part in a creative activity: Build Baldwin a Home.
Sign up to our webinars
Safe Spaces, Settled Minds: Supporting Emotional Wellbeing in Early Years.
Date: April 9, 2026
Time: 4pm – 5pm
The People Behind Early Years: Understanding the Roles That Shape Children’s First Learning
Date: April 13, 2026
Time: 4pm – 5pm
Developing Strong Early Years Teams: The Role of Early Years Teachers in Your Setting
Date: April 14, 2026
Time: 12pm – 1pm
National Early Years Teacher Day Celebration and Awards
Date: April 15, 2026
Time: 4pm – 5pm
OUR PARTNERS
National Early Years Teacher of the Year 2025 winners
Caitlin Atkins
Trainee Early Years Teacher Award
Donna Thompson
Early Years Teacher (QTS) Award
Marcia Riddle
Early Years Teacher (EYTS) Award
Simon Smith
Men in the Early Years Teacher of the Year Award
Zoe Avery
Expert Early Years Teacher Award
