Advocate
Supporting children and families to access the help, interventions and services they need.
Why Early Years SENCOs Matter
Supporting children, families and practitioners every day
Early Years SENCOs play a vital role in helping every child access the support they need to thrive.
Leader
Driving inclusive practice and building confidence among colleagues.
Champion
Creating opportunities for children to flourish and reach their full potential.
Growing Demand
The need for Early Years SENCOs has never been greater
Increasing SEND Demand
More children than ever require specialist support and inclusive provision.
Earlier Identification
Early recognition and intervention can have a lifelong impact.
Growing Expertise
More settings are choosing to train multiple SENCOs to strengthen support.
Why Early Years SENCOs Deserve Recognition
Much of the impact made by Early Years SENCOs happens behind the scenes. They advocate for children, guide families, support colleagues and help create cultures where every child can flourish. National Early Years SENCO Day shines a spotlight on these professionals and celebrates the difference they make every single day.
National Awards
Nominate an outstanding Early Years SENCO
🏆 Early Years SENCO of the Year
🏆 Expert Early Years SENCO of the Year
🏆 Rising Star Early Years SENCO of the Year
🏆 Early Years SENCO of the Year BPN Award
🏆 Childminder Early Years SENCO of the Year
🏆 MITEY Early Years SENCO of the Year
Campaign Toolkit
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Become an Early Years SENCO
Interested in developing your SEND expertise and making a greater impact within your setting? Best Practice Network delivers the UK's only DfE-funded Early Years SENCO programme.
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Speak to our Early Years team
Want to discuss SEND training, funding opportunities or workforce development? Our specialists are here to help.
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Celebrate Early Years SENCOs this October
Help us recognise the professionals shaping brighter futures for children across England.
Nominate an Early Years SENCO →