We are delighted to invite early years practitioners, researchers, academics and students to submit their research proposals for presentation at the 16th annual BECERA Conference. This year’s conference will focus on “Childhoods in Transition”.

Transitions are not only confined to the process of moving to school but also include other series of experiences which demand attention and careful consideration, in terms of both continuity and change for the child and their family. The early childhood sector is uniquely placed to support these changes and has the capacity to navigate transitions with strength, agility and wellbeing for all parties. As we address the current realities and dynamics of our changing world, the 2026 BECERA conference seeks to reconsider and explore some of the most critical changes and transitions within the early childhood landscape.

BECERA is a forum designed for students, researchers and practitioners, to come together to network, present current and emerging research, and discuss new concepts and challenges relevant to their study and work with young children and their families. So join our Early Years community of research and practice on 16th February in Birmingham for a day of learning and dialog.

BECERA Conference has been held annually since 2010. It aims to stimulate, support, create and disseminate rigorous, grounded and conceptual knowledge and its applications to early childhood services.