2026 Bright Start International Conference
Early Years Excellence in Practice
November 19 -21, 2026
London & Abu Dhabi with
Global Live Transmission
The 2026 Bright Start International Conference invites educators, researchers, policymakers, educational leaders, foundations, NGOs, innovators, practitioners, and international organisations to contribute to one of the Conference's three international calls.
Whether your goal is to influence global policy, showcase research and innovation, or publish your work, Bright Start provides international platforms for collaboration, knowledge exchange, networking, and publication.
OECD High-Level Round Table and Action Dialogues
Help Shape the Global Call to Action
From wherever you are in the world, contribute your research, work in progress, partnership models, policy initiatives, or innovative practices and solutions to help shape international dialogue and future collaboration in early childhood education.
The Global Research & Innovation Poster Gallery
Present your research, innovative practice, emerging ideas, or work in progress through dedicated Online Poster Sessions or by presenting in person in London or Abu Dhabi.
Accepted poster authors will be featured in the Official Conference Programme and Conference App and will be eligible to publish a Presentation Summary in the 2026 Bright Start Conference Proceedings.
Poster Application Deadline: 11 September 2026
Following acceptance, authors will be invited to submit their final digital poster by 23 October 2026 in accordance with the Poster Submission Guidelines.
Journal of Early Childhood Research - Voices of Children Pedagogy™ Special Edition
Global Call for Papers
Researchers, neuroscientists, and educators worldwide are invited to submit original research, case studies, and innovative practice exploring children's voices, agency, creativity, and participation.
Authors are encouraged to complete the Journal Manuscript Submission Form as early as possible rather than waiting until the manuscript submission deadline.
Once the form has been completed, please submit your full manuscript (.docx) by 4 September 2026.
Why Apply?
By applying to participate in the 2026 Bright Start International Conference, you will:
- Present or publish your work on an international platform.
- Connect with educators, researchers, policymakers, foundations, and global organisations.
- Build new international collaborations and partnerships.
- Publish in the 2026 Bright Start Conference Proceedings (ISBN 978-2-8399-5151-7).
- Contribute to shaping the future of early childhood education worldwide.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are welcome from:
- Educators and practitioners
- Researchers and academics
- School and system leaders
- Policymakers and government representatives
- Foundations, NGOs, charities, and international organisations
- EdTech innovators and interdisciplinary professionals
- Health, therapy, and social care professionals
- Artists, designers, and creative practitioners
- Anyone committed to improving outcomes for children aged 0–8 years
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.