Centre for Research in Early Childhood
Through our research, consultancy work, postgraduate degrees and training & development programmes, CREC has been working to improve Early Years provision for over 25 years.
Our Services
Research Projects
With more than 25 years experience in the field, we aim to inform, develop and improve the quality of early childhood provision and generate knowledge which has applications for policy and practice.
Learning Partnerships, Consultancy & Evaluations
We provide support to evaluate effectiveness and impact, and to plan and implement change, develop policy or devise a completely new strategy.
Conferences & Keynotes
We speak at EY events across the UK, hosted by universities, professional bodies, local authorities, schools and PVI groups. We also host the BECERA and EECERA Conferences.
MA in Education
Our three-year part-time MA is designed to support and develop highly reflective early years practitioner researchers who can improve outcomes for children and families through their practice.
Initial Teacher Training
Our core aim is to help trainees become confident, knowledgeable and highly employable teachers with a passion for working with young children, to give them the best starting point in life.
CPD Courses
Our CPD sessions will be suitable as part of NQT support and for all current early years practitioners wishing to develop further their area-specific knowledge and practice.
Monday 29th April
Online via Zoom
Tuesday 30th April
Online via Zoom
Our Community & Partnerships
At CREC, we firmly believe in working collaboratively with our research community, other EY organisations and individuals to collectively support, inform, and develop the sector and individuals who strive for and work towards improving lives and prospects of children and their families.