What is National Early Years Teacher Day?

National Early Years Teacher Day is a celebration of the invaluable role that Early Years Teachers play in classrooms and settings.

Best Practice Network created National Early Years Teacher Day after realising something was amiss. The calendar was full of awareness days for a variety of causes, but where was the recognition for Early Years Teachers and their invaluable contribution to our children?

Early Years Teachers work long hours caring for babies and children up to the age of five. Their input has a crucial effect on the development of children and has long been deserving of greater recognition. National Early Years Teachers’ Day is a way to show them our appreciation and celebrate the importance of their role.

How to become an Early Years Teacher?

To become an Early Years Teacher, a graduate practitioner needs to complete Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). You can visit the programme page on the Best Practice Network website to find out more: https://www.bestpracticenet.co.uk/eyitt-paths

When is National Early Years Teacher Day 2026?

National Early Years Teacher Day is held annually on the third Wednesday of April.

In 2026, National Early Years Teacher Day will occur on the 16th of April when nurseries and settings will celebrate the achievements of their Early Years Teachers.

Show your appreciation and celebrate your Early Years Teachers! If you’re sharing on social, use #EarlyYearsTeacherDay and #EYTD