Programme
CPD Seminars
Explore the Midlands 2024 CPD Seminar Programme!
Workshops
Explore the Midlands 2024 Free Interactive Workshop Programme!
Share & Support Hub
Explore the Midlands 2024 Free Share & Support Hub Programme!
Hear From Stephen Morgan MP
Join Stephen Morgan MP, The Minister for Early Education as he delivers a speech on his reflections and engagement with the sector.
When: Friday 27th September, 10.15-10.30am
Where: Wellbeing Workshop Area
NEW to Midlands 2024!
#Bring Your Team
Join us at Childcare & Education Expo Midlands 2024 with your colleagues through our ‘Bring Your Team’ scheme!
Register yourself and two or more colleagues to attend Childcare & Education Expo Midlands and we’ll upgrade you all to VIP’s, unlocking a range of brilliant perks. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, learn and grow together – all while enjoying our exclusive VIP experiences.
Meet our Special Guests
We have four amazing special guests who can’t wait to meet you at Childcare & Education Expo Midlands 2024!
Join Kate Silverton, Dr Alistair Bryce-Clegg, Alice Sharp & John Parnell for CPD Seminars, Workshops, Meet & Greets & Show Openings!
Start-Up Zone
Following it’s success in London, we’re thrilled to bring the Start-Up Zone to Midlands! Designed especially for emerging businesses in the early education sector.
Committed to supporting innovation in our sector, we’re giving small businesses the chance to shine. Head over to this area to explore their innovations, meet their teams and discover what they have to offer.
Little Learners LIVE
Little Learners LIVE, brought to you by YPO, is an immersive experience taking the very best activities from our free early years magazine.
Discover exciting zones focused on outdoor learning and sensory exploration, designed to provide engaging ideas for you to re-create in your setting.
Ofsted Advice Corner
Come and speak to the team about Ofsted’s work and ask us about how we inspect, the early years inspection framework, developments in the early years sector and more.
Speak to us about the curriculum, registering with us, what happens on an inspection or our strategy around ‘The best start in life’.
What’s My Why Wall
Embark on a journey of creativity and inspiration at the Childcare & Education Expo Midlands 2024 with our NEW ‘What’s My Why?’ Wall! Celebrate the vibrant early years sector by sharing encouragement and wisdom.
Your words can make a lasting impact – don’t miss this opportunity to spark inspiration in others.
Hoopmania: Fun with Britain’s Got Talent Star
Perfect your hula hooping skills with John, the Hoop Guy from Britain’s Got Talent Semi-Finals! Enjoy a lively demonstration and learn how hula hooping improves children’s mental, rhythmic, creative, and physical abilities.
Join John in the Interactive Workshop Area at 3:20-3:50pm each day for heaps of hula fun!
Morton The Bear’s Birthday
On Friday, 27 Sep at 11:00am, visit the Interactive Workshop area to grab one of 50 FREE goody bags and sing Happy Birthday to Morton the Bear as we celebrate 60 years of Morton Michel!
Don’t miss the chance to snap a selfie with Morton the Bear – he can’t wait to meet you!
Other Interactive Features
Breakfast Summit
The Christie & Co breakfast summit brings together owners and senior nursery group directors and managers to network and discuss the current topics and issues facing the sector.
It helps answer questions, offers thoughts and ideas on the topics and concerns that matter.
Morton Michel’s Summit
Solutions for the Sector, an experimental round table.
As a sector, we spend a lot of time talking about challenges and the systemic changes needed to solve them, but what can businesses do now to make a difference? Morton Michel hosts an experimental round table focussed on identifying immediate solutions, stopgaps, and ways forward for businesses in the now.
When: 13.30pm – 14.30pm on Friday 27th September
Book Signing
Join Ben Kingston-Hughes for your chance to buy exclusive signed copies of his books ‘A Very Unusual Journey into Play’ & ‘Why Children Need Joy’.
When: Saturday 28th September, 3.30pm-4pm
Where: Childcare & Education Expo Hub
Free Headshots
We’re offering you the opportunity to have a new professional headshot taken at the event for FREE! Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity and get your best smiles ready.
Meet the Exhibitors
Explore the latest innovations and resources shaping early education. Connect with industry leaders, discover cutting-edge tools, and join a community dedicated to creating a brighter future for the next generation.
Dive into a world of inspiration and collaboration – your gateway to excellence in childcare and education.
Exhibitor Competitions
Explore the exhibitors who are offering exclusive deals, discounts and competitions only available at the Childcare & Education Expo Midlands. From limited-time offers to exciting prizes, there’s something special waiting for you at the show.
