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The ECSDN Awards 2027 Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1
What are the ECSDN Awards?
The ECSDN Awards support and promote the sustainability of high-quality early childhood courses across the UK and celebrate amazing students and the early years workforce as a whole.
Question 2
Who can be nominated for an ECSDN Award - 2027?
The awards are open to everyone in the early childhood sector, including students and service providers.
Question 3
How can I find out more about the award categories and core objectives?
The list of award categories and core objectives for each category of award can be viewed through the 'Categories' menu option above and the Categories booklet available on the categories page.
Question 4
How do I submit a nomination for an ECSDN Award?
You can submit a nomination by using the 'Nominations'
sub-navigation menu at the top of the page.
Question 5
How are nominations judged?
Winners will be chosen by a panel of expert judges drawn from across the early childhood sector.
Question 6
When do entries for the ECSDN 2027 Awards close?
The awards submission portal closes at the end of September and we will notify you of the specific timeline in due course.
Question 7
Who do I contact to discuss the awards?
Use the 'Contact' sub-navigation menu at the top of this page to reach out to the awards organising committee.
Question 8
Is there any costs associated with the ECSDN 2027 Awards?
There are no costs associated with nominating yourself or someone else for an award. However, there is a nominal cost of £20 to attend the awards ceremony.
Question 9
Can an individual be nominated for more than one category of award?
Yes. Individuals can be nominated to more than one category.
Question 10
Where and when will the ECSDN 2027 Awards be held?
The awards ceremony will take place on Friday 29 January 2027 at Northampton University.
Question 11
When do tickets go on sale for the event?
Tickets go on sale early November 2027. Please look out for announcements in newsletters and on our website.