The Voices of Children project revolutionises early childhood education by placing young children's voices, experiences, and cultural diversity at its core while bridging the vital gap between awareness and practice. Central to its mission is the creation of a global pedagogical platform that fosters innovation and collaboration. The project includes comprehensive, high-quality training for educators, mentorship programmes supported by artists and researchers to champion child-centred pedagogy, and active engagement of parents and older family members through an intergenerational approach. Annual celebrations further elevate and honour young children's voices and perspectives, making them a driving force for meaningful change and educational transformation.
The 2024 Voices of Children Virtual Galleries showcased the artistry of more than 1,000 children from seven countries, launching in June and remaining accessible until December. These seven vibrant galleries reached audiences worldwide, inspiring children, educators, and families. Cross-border meetings brought young artists together, fostering pride, creativity, and global connections as they celebrated their accomplishments.
The 1st Voices of Children Pedagogy™ International Gallery took place at UCL East in London from November 22–24, alongside the 2024 Bright Start International Conference. This inspiring exhibition featured a selection of children's artworks and messages from eight countries, showcasing contributions from formal settings—preschools and early years centres—as well as informal settings, including the first children's museum and art gallery.
In June 2024, children in Voices of Children Creativity Centres around the world signed their first-ever Manifesto for Change.This historic document amplifies the collective voices of young learners, urging national leaders to take meaningful action on the issues that matter most to children.
The Manifesto for Change is a testament to the transformative power of children’s voices, showcasing their ability to drive progress, inspire leadership, and advocate for a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
Documenting its first year of implementation (January–June 2024) across diverse early childhood settings worldwide, this edition features compelling case studies that highlight the innovative practices, challenges, and accomplishments of educators and researchers as mentors integrating the evolving Voices of Children Pedagogy™ approaches into daily routines.
This publication introduces the first chapter of the evolving Voices of Children Pedagogy™ framework—a 17-stage, step-by-step guide designed to transform this vision into everyday practice.
Created in response to a global call from educators for actionable strategies to amplify children’s voices, the early implementations of this pedagogy have already delivered extraordinary results, demonstrating its ability to transcend cultural and national boundaries.
Discover inspiring narratives, unlock actionable insights, and become a key player in a global movement transforming early childhood education.
"Early Years Excellence in Practice" serves as the guiding theme of the annual Bright Start Conference, the flagship event of the Bright Start Foundation, uniting a dynamic community of international experts, leading educators, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and advocacy leaders. This dynamic gathering celebrates the power of innovation and shared expertise, championing the transformative impact of early childhood care and education to inspire meaningful change and uplift communities across the globe.
The 2024 Bright Start Conference, co-organised with UCL’s Institute of Education, Department of Learning and Leadership, was held in London and celebrated as a remarkable success, uniting participants from 43 countries. Click the button below to explore the final program and access the conference publications.
The 2025 Bright Start Conference will be held from November 13-15 in a hybrid format, offering both online and in-person attendance options in London, United Kingdom. The conference will center on the theme, "Championing Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice in Early Childhood Care & Education."
For further details visit the website:
''No child should be treated unfairly on any basis”
Inclusion is not just about a child with a disability, but an approach that ensures all children have opportunities to learn and be valued as unique individuals. The IECII offers high-quality, evidence-based training for educators and practitioners, from identification of early developmental vulnerabilities through to transition beyond the service. With adaptable topics and tools for various cultural contexts, our aim is to equip professionals to support every child in reaching their individual potential.
Adopting an integrated and comprehensive approach to strengthen vital connections among parents, early childhood practitioners, and educators. The overarching goal is to cultivate a supportive ecosystem, ensuring every child receives the essential nurturing foundation for a bright and thriving future.The intervention includes a population-based assessment of parenting practices, beliefs, knowledge, and competence and training and certifying parent educators, equipping them with the skills to empower and guide parents directly.
Bright Start Foundation's global presence spans across 64 countries, bringing our impactful initiatives and transformative projects to diverse communities worldwide. Our commitment to advancing early childhood education and nurturing the potential of young minds knows no boundaries.
Join us in this exciting journey where your voice matters, and your passion fuels the collective effort to revolutionise early childhood care and education across the world. Together, let's build a community that empowers, inspires, and shapes the foundation for a world where every child can truly shine.
Copyright © 2025 Bright Start Foundation - All Rights Reserved.
Powered by GoDaddy
Enter a global network of early childhood practitioners and researchers, united to drive positive change in early childhood care and education across the world.