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Helping children thrive: how do we drive a national focus on parenting

Nesta at Labour Party Conference

In A fairer start

28 Sep 2025 15:30 – 16:30

Pullman Hotel, Mersey Suite (secure zone)

Too many families don’t have access to the support they need to thrive – but effective parenting programmes can be transformative for children’s outcomes. In collaboration with Foundations, we’re hosting an expert panel to unpack what’s working, what’s missing and how a national focus on parenting support can help break down barriers to opportunity and give all children the best start in life.

This event is for policymakers, practitioners, local authorities and those passionate about improving childhood outcomes.

This event is taking place on Sunday 28 September in Pullman Hotel - Mersey Suite (secure zone) from 15:30-16:30 BST.

Helping children thrive: how do we drive a national focus on parenting

About Nesta

Helping children thrive: how do we drive a national focus on parenting

Event information

Identifying impactful programmes to support parenting and the home learning environment in the early years

Helping children thrive: how to drive a national focus on parenting

Tackling inequalities through proactive support during pregnancy

Helping children thrive: how do we drive a national focus on parenting

About Nesta

Helping children thrive: how do we drive a national focus on parenting

Event information

Also of interest

Identifying impactful programmes to support parenting and the home learning environment in the early years

Helping children thrive: how to drive a national focus on parenting

Tackling inequalities through proactive support during pregnancy