School-based nurseries: creating child-centred environments at the heart of communities

21 Oct 2026

13:30 - 14:30

Build and Rebuild the Estate Stage

Department for Education Build & Rebuild the Estate Stage

Nurseries are at the heart of a vibrant community and vital for children and their families. This session will explore how we are achieving safe, sustainable and inclusive environments for our youngest learners.

Speakers

Jennifer Singer, Head of Technical Assurance (Design) - Department for Education

John Winstanley, Head of Delivery and Assurance - Department for Education

Samantha Powell, Head of Forward Planning - Department for Education

Dr Gemma Goldberg, Deputy Director ISEY (Institute for the Science of Early Years and Youth) - University of East London

Matt Carroll, Principal - Rushbrook Primary Academy

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Education Estates® 2026

School-based nurseries: creating child-centred environments at the heart of communities

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