Childcare & Education Expo London 2026: Where Safeguarding Leadership Takes Centre Stage

In early years education, safeguarding is not a department. It is a responsibility that shapes every decision you make.

That is why the Childcare & Education Expo London 2026 is more than just an industry event. It is where nursery owners, managing directors and early years leaders come together to strengthen standards, share best practice and future proof their settings.

And for Almas Industries, it is one of the most important dates in the calendar.

Why the Expo Matters to the Early Years Sector

The Childcare & Education Expo has become a flagship event for the UK childcare community. Bringing together thousands of nursery professionals, suppliers and thought leaders, it provides:

• Practical safeguarding and compliance insights
• Direct access to specialist solution providers
• Peer to peer learning and leadership inspiration
• Updates on regulation, inspection and sector challenges

In an environment where Ofsted expectations continue to evolve and parental scrutiny is higher than ever, staying informed is no longer optional. It is strategic.

For nursery owners and managing directors, this is not about browsing stands. It is about protecting reputation, strengthening compliance and demonstrating leadership.

Safeguarding Is Now a Strategic Priority

Across the UK, safeguarding standards are under the microscope. One serious incident can:

• Trigger inspection scrutiny
• Damage parent trust
• Impact occupancy and revenue
• Create long term reputational harm

The debate around surveillance and accountability is growing. In fact, we recently explored this in detail in our article:

👉 Should CCTV Be Mandatory in Nurseries?
https://almas-industries.com/blog/should-cctv-be-mandatory-in-nurseries/

The conversation is no longer theoretical. Nursery leaders are asking:

• How do we evidence best practice?
• How do we protect staff as well as children?
• How do we reduce reliance on memory, judgement and manual processes?
• How do we ensure every site in a group operates to the same standard?

These are exactly the conversations taking place at the Expo.

Why Almas Industries Is the Natural Partner for Nursery Security

At Almas Industries, we specialise in environments where safeguarding is non negotiable.

We design and install integrated systems including:

• Electronic access control
• Biometric entry solutions
• CCTV for safeguarding and evidence
• Lockdown alert systems
• Intruder detection
• Lone worker protection
• Time and attendance systems

But technology alone is not the differentiator.

What makes Almas different is our understanding of the nursery owner mindset.

You are:

• Accountable for child safety and staff wellbeing
• Responsible for Ofsted compliance
• Protecting brand reputation across one or multiple sites
• Balancing tight budgets with non-negotiable standards

Our role is to remove safeguarding uncertainty and replace it with confidence.

From fully integrated systems to proactive service and maintenance, we ensure your setting is inspection ready, secure and professionally managed.

What You Can Expect from Almas Team

When you visit us at the Expo, you’ll find our team of expert and friendly security consultants. Here’s how we can help:

• Practical advice around your safeguarding risks
• Insight into common gaps we see across multi-site nurseries
• Demos of integrated access control and CCTV systems
• Guidance on lockdown procedures and staff protection
• Advice on GDPR and communication with parents
• Pick ‘n Mix sweets and of course our now famous trolley-tokens!

Whether you operate a single nursery or a growing group, we help you move from reactive fixes to strategic safeguarding leadership.

From Caretaker to Strategic Leader

Many nursery owners tell us they feel:

• Anxious before inspections
• Unsure whether systems are truly robust
• Frustrated with multiple unresponsive suppliers
• Concerned about what would happen in a serious incident

After implementing a fully integrated security solution, the difference is transformational:

• Real time visibility across sites
• Centralised control
• Automated alerts
• Proactive maintenance
• Clear audit trails

You move from firefighting to forward planning.

And that is exactly the type of leadership the sector needs.

Join Us at Childcare & Education Expo London 2026

If you are serious about safeguarding, compliance and long-term reputation, this event should already be in your diary.

The Childcare & Education Expo London is where the industry gathers. It is where future standards are shaped. And it is where you can speak directly with specialists who understand the unique pressures of early years environments.

🎟 Book Your Free Place Today

Secure your place using our exclusive exhibitor link:
👉 https://forms.reg.buzz/childcare-expo-london-2026/?exhibitor-inviter=almas-industries-uk-ltd

We look forward to welcoming you, discussing your safeguarding strategy and showing you how Almas Industries continues to lead the way in nursery security.

Because when it comes to protecting children, there is no compromise.