Business Details
Trusted Early Years Support & Training
We are the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA), a dedicated charity supporting early years education across the UK. Established to empower nurseries and childcare providers, we offer expert training, legal advice, and advocacy to ensure high-quality care for children. Our team combines decades of sector experience with innovative approaches to address challenges in nursery management and education. We provide members with resources including policy templates, Ofsted support, and professional development opportunities.Through partnerships with governments and regulatory bodies, we champion fair funding and sustainable practices in the early years sector. Our services extend to international nurseries, reflecting our commitment to global childcare standards. With regional offices in England, Scotland, and Wales, we deliver tailored support to meet local needs. Recognised as one of the UK's Best Workplaces in the charity sector, we maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering a supportive community for childcare professionals.
Services
Training Programs
Legal Helpline
Consultancy Services
Membership Benefits
International Support
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years of specialist nursery sector expertise
- Our team provides Ofsted-recognised training programs
- We operate a dedicated legal helpline for childcare issues
- We maintain strategic partnerships with UK governments
- Our members receive exclusive policy and procedure templates
What people say
25 years of support
Expert legal advice
Ofsted preparation help
Regular policy updates
Professional development
Services
Training Programs
NDNA delivers high-quality training for early years practitioners across multiple delivery formats. Our programs cover curriculum development, safeguarding, and Ofsted compliance. Participants gain practical skills to improve nursery operations and child outcomes. Training includes both face-to-face workshops and virtual learning options.
Legal Helpline
Our dedicated legal helpline provides specialist advice on childcare regulations and business matters. Members receive immediate support for urgent issues and detailed guidance on policy implementation. The service helps nurseries maintain compliance with current legislation and regulatory requirements.
Consultancy Services
NDNA offers tailored consultancy to improve nursery operations and sustainability. Our experts provide strategic advice on funding, management practices, and quality improvement. Services include Ofsted preparation visits and bespoke business development plans for individual settings.
Membership Benefits
Membership provides access to exclusive resources including policy templates, legal updates, and procurement discounts. Members join a supportive network of 20,000+ childcare professionals and receive priority booking for training events. Additional benefits include marketing support and sector representation.
International Support
NDNA extends support to nurseries operating outside the UK through adapted resources and specialist advice. Our international services include cross-border regulatory guidance and adaptation of UK best practices for different jurisdictions. This support helps global nurseries maintain high-quality standards.
Questions
What specific training programs does NDNA offer?
NDNA provides Ofsted-recognised training in areas like EYFS compliance, leadership development, and curriculum design through various delivery formats.
How does NDNA support nursery business operations?
We offer legal advice, policy templates, funding guidance, and business consultancy to help nurseries maintain compliance and financial sustainability.
Can non-UK nurseries access NDNA services?
Yes, our international membership provides adapted resources and specialist advice for nurseries operating outside the UK.
What membership benefits include immediate support?
Members receive priority access to our legal helpline, discounted training rates, and exclusive policy updates to address urgent operational needs.
How does NDNA help with Ofsted inspections?
We provide inspection preparation services, including mock inspections, documentation reviews, and tailored improvement plans based on regulatory requirements.
