Bright Start International Conference 2026
Where Research, Practice, Policy & Partnerships Unite
Join early childhood educators, researchers, school leaders, policymakers and innovators worldwide at Bright Start 2026.
Explore 110+ sessions connecting research, practice and global partnerships to advance education for children aged 0–8.
PREMIUM STRATEGIC PARTNER
Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) | United Arab Emirates
The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), United Arab Emirates, is the Premium Strategic Partner of the Bright Start International Conference in the UAE.
Supporting global knowledge exchange, research, innovation and international collaboration in early childhood education.
ABU DHABI — Online Conference with Global Live Transmission
Shape the Global Conversation
OECD High-Level Round Table and Action Dialogues
Help Shape the Global Call to Action at the Bright Start International Conference. Led by the OECD Network of Foundations Working for Development (netFWD), the High-Level Round Table and Global Action Dialogues will bring together governments, philanthropies, international organisations, researchers and education leaders to share perspectives, strengthen partnerships and explore practical solutions for the future of education.
The Global Research & Innovation Poster Gallery
GLOBAL POSTER GALLERIES | DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES • GLOBAL INSIGHTS
Explore research, innovative practice and emerging ideas from across the international early childhood community through the Bright Start 2026 Global Poster Galleries online & in person in London. Meet contributing authors, discover diverse perspectives and connect around research and practice shaping the future of early childhood education.
Join the Bright Start Foundation Community
🌟 Enter a global network of early childhood practitioners and researchers, united to drive positive change in early childhood care and education across the world.