Childcare & Education Expo Midlands 2025 – Friday 26 and Saturday 27 September 2025, Coventry Building Society Arena

Join over 3,000 early years professionals for two packed days of learning, networking and discovery at Childcare & Education Expo Midlands, the award-winning event designed to inspire and empower those working across early years and primary education.

Event Snapshot

What: Free-to-attend exhibition and CPD event for early education professionals
When: Friday 26 and Saturday 27 September 2025
Where: Coventry Building Society Arena
Who for: Nursery Managers, Childminders, Teachers, Nursery Owners and anyone passionate about early education
Cost: Free entry. Register online to secure your place
Register here

What’s New in 2025

SEND in Early Years Conference
A brand-new conference, sponsored by Hope, offering practical strategies to foster inclusive environments. Designed for early years leaders, the conference runs alongside the exhibition and includes full access to both events.

Special Guest Michael Rosen
World-famous author and poet Michael Rosen will be joining the show on Saturday 27 September for two CPD seminars:

• Thriving in Early Years
• The Power of Story
  There will also be an opportunity to meet Michael and have your book signed

Key Features

• Over 30 expert speakers across three free seminar streams and CPD sessions
• More than 80 exhibitors showcasing the latest early years products, resources and services
• Hands-on workshops filled with practical tools to use in your setting
• Share & Support Hub: a collaborative space to tackle key sector challenges
• Early Years Breakfast Summit bringing together managers and directors to discuss key challenges.
• Interactive zones and engaging activities to spark new ideas

Why Attend?

• Stay informed on key topics including SEND, behaviour, communication, wellbeing and outdoor learning
• Find solutions that genuinely work for your setting and budget
• Connect with fellow professionals to share experiences and build your network
• Gain CPD with inspiring, practical sessions that support your professional development

Who Attends?

The event welcomes everyone working in the early years sector, including:

• Day Nursery Owners & Directors
• Day Nursery Group Senior Management
• Day Nursery Managers

• Pre-school Owners & Managers
• Heads of Early Years
• Day Nursery Deputy Managers & Room Leaders
• School Headteachers & Deputy Headteachers
• Childminders & Nannies
• Early Years Professionals & Consultants

Stay Up to Date

More features, speakers and updates will be announced soon.
Visit the website regularly for the latest news and programme details.