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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.
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We are currently in the process of designing a programme of 70+ papers into symposia and poster presentations .We've already sold 80% of tickets so book yours quickly if you'd like to join us next month for a day of learning, dialogue and networking. www.crec.co.uk/becera-2026-...
#BECERA2026
BECERA 2025 Programme — CREC
Our 2025 annual research conference will be hosted at the Studio Birmingham on 17th February. Delegates will be able to attend keynote as well as symposia presentations focusing on this year’s theme:…
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January 28, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Kate Dudley explores transitions in her blog for BECERA 2026: Undoing the Expressive Child: Gender, Space, and the Transition from EYFS to Year 1.
Read the blog (and many others) here: www.crec.co.uk/becera-posts...
#BECERA2026 #EarlyYears #Transitions
Undoing the Expressive Child: Gender, Space, and the Transition from EYFS to Year 1 — CREC
In this guest post, Kate Dudley argues the implications of the Transition from EYFS to Year 1 reach far beyond pedagogy, pointing out that what is often undone in this process is not only play, but…
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January 26, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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In her guest post for #BECERA2026, Hannah McCormack explains what sparked her interest in and further exploration of the conflict between the policy and practice related to SEND provisions for young children with complex learning and medical needs. www.crec.co.uk/becera-posts...
#SEND #EYFS
A journey towards capturing the voices and lived experiences of our youngest children with SEND: A hermeneutic phenomenological study. — CREC
In her guest post, Hannah McCormack explains what sparked her interest in and further exploration of the conflict between the policy and practice related to specialist educational provisions for…
www.crec.co.uk
January 23, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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We've already sold 80% of tickets so book yours asap if you'd like to join us next month for a day of learning, dialog and networking! www.crec.co.uk/becera-ticke...
#BECERA #BECERA2026
January 21, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Calling all former BECERA attendees! What advice would you give an Early Childhood researcher, student or sector colleague who was joining the conference for the very first time?

Let us know in comments!

Join us in Birmingham this February. 🔗 www.crec.co.uk/becera-ticke...

#BECERA2026
January 19, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Planning your trip to #BECERA2026? 🚂

We’re returning to The Studio in the heart of Birmingham City Centre on Monday 16th February.

🔗 Secure your ticket here: www.crec.co.uk/becera-ticke...
Find out more about how to find the venue here: thestudio.co.uk/venues/birmi...

#BECERA2026
January 16, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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What does it mean to grow up in a world of constant change? 🌍

At #BECERA2026, we’re looking beyond the classroom gate.
Join us on Monday 16th February at The Studio, Birmingham.

🎟️ Book your place to join the dialogue: www.crec.co.uk/becera-ticke...

#ChildhoodsInTransition #EarlyYears
January 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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We are honored to welcome Professor Peter Moss (Emeritus Professor, UCL Institute of Education) as our keynote speaker for BECERA 2026!

📍 The Studio, Birmingham 🗓️ 16th February 2026

Don’t miss this chance to hear from a giant in the field. Register now: www.crec.co.uk/becera-ticke...

#BECERA2026
January 12, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Since 2010, BECERA has been a "warm and friendly forum" where research meets practice. It’s a space to:
🤝 Network with like-minded professionals.
🧠 Discuss challenges relevant to your work with families.
💡 Take home "food for thought"

Join us: www.crec.co.uk/becera-ticke...

#BECERA2026
January 9, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Our Keynote for BECERA 2026: Prof. Peter Moss
Emeritus Professor of Early Childhood Provision,
UCL Institute of Education.
Read more: www.crec.co.uk/becera-2026-...
#BECERA2026 #BECERA #EarlyEducation #EarlyChildhood
December 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Join our Early Years community of research and practice on 16th Feb in Birmingham for a day of learning and dialog. www.crec.co.uk/becera-ticke...
#BECERA #EarlyChildhood #EarlyYears #EYFS #EarlyLearning
December 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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About BECERA:
BECERA is an independent self-funding organisation run by the Centre for Research in Early Childhood (CREC) which has dedicated itself to improving services for young children and families in the UK for more than 25 years. www.crec.co.uk/about-becera

#BECERA2026
December 22, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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FINAL CALL: The BECERA conference paper submission deadline is tomorrow. We urge all prospective presenters to submit their completed work before the closing time. Thank you for your valuable contributions to BECERA2026!

Submit here: www.crec.co.uk/becera-confe...

#BECERA #BECERA2026
December 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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The countdown is nearly complete: just over 48 hours remain for the BECERA paper submission deadline. Please use this time for final quality checks and prompt submission of your research contribution.

Further information: www.crec.co.uk/becera-confe...

#BECERA #ResearchDeadline
December 13, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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A reminder that the deadline for BECERA paper submissions is in just three days. This is a key opportunity to present your findings to the international Early Years research community.
www.crec.co.uk/becera-confe...

#EarlyYearsResearch #AcademicConference #BECERA2026
December 12, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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With four days remaining, authors are encouraged to finalise their manuscripts and ensure adherence to all BECERA conference submission guidelines. Timely submission is highly recommended.

Access portal: www.crec.co.uk/becera-confe...

#BECERA2026
December 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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The submission window for the BECERA conference closes in five days. We invite researchers in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) to submit their scholarly papers.

Review submission details: www.crec.co.uk/becera-confe...

#BECERA #BECERA2026 #Conference
December 10, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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BECERA 2026 Final call for papers:
It's one week until the abstract submission deadline and places are filling up fast for our conference.
We hope you will join us to share your work and ideas in our critical but warm and friendly forum.

www.crec.co.uk/becera-2026-...

#BECERA #CallForPapers
December 10, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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We're calling all early years practitioners, researchers and students wishing to present their work to submit their proposals by Monday 15th December 2025.

Find out more: www.crec.co.uk/becera-2026-...
#BECERA2026 #BECERA #EarlyChildhood #EarlyYears
December 8, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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There is a wealth of posts from former #'BECERA presenters here: www.crec.co.uk/becera-posts
Have a read through and learn more about the type of research that is presented at the conference, and read some feedback from former presenters, as well.
Paper submissions are open until December 15th.
December 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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About BECERA:
BECERA is an independent self-funding organisation run by the Centre for Research in Early Childhood (CREC) which has dedicated itself to improving services for young children and families in the UK for more than 25 years. www.crec.co.uk/about-becera

#BECERA2026
December 3, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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BECERA 2026: Call for papers

We are delighted to invite early years practitioners, researchers and students to submit their research proposals for presentation at the 16th annual BECERA Conference.
Find out more here: mailchi.mp/4f635c3e8bf5...

#BECERA2026 #BECERA #CallForPapers
December 1, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Why submit and present your research at BECERA?

As Kay found during her first year of her MA with CREC, the whole BECERA experience was positive and enjoyable! We'd love you to take the plunge and submit your research, too.
Full details are available here: www.crec.co.uk/becera-2026-...

#BECERA
November 28, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Why submit and present your research at BECERA?🤔

Presenting your research is an opportunity for a critical peer review; it is a great way to get necessary feedback to improve, develop or validate your piece of work. Find out more: www.crec.co.uk/becera-2026-...
#BECERA2026 #BECERA
November 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Join our Early Years community of research and practice on 16th Feb in Birmingham for a day of learning and dialog. www.crec.co.uk/becera-ticke...
#BECERA #EarlyChildhood #EarlyYears #EYFS #EarlyLearning
November 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM