2023 Childcare Services Awards

Childcare Services Awards

Nurture your success with the 2023 Childcare Services Awards, proudly presented by Business Awards UK. In the critical and compassionate sphere of childcare services, an endorsement from our distinguished panel of experts can have a profound impact on your brand, distinguishing you in this nurturing field. Whether you’re shortlisted or ascend to the honour of Winner or Finalist, such recognition can significantly bolster your reputation and validate your commitment to shaping futures. Highlight your accomplishments and your dedication to the wellbeing of our younger generations. Time to make your mark; enter the 2023 Childcare Services Awards today.

Before You Enter: What You Need To Know

Free entry in all sectors and categories

We know that many small business owners, entrepreneurs and larger organisations don't like to pay up front for awards, where fees range from £99 to more than £250 per category. With us, all your entries are free.

You only pay a fee if you win an award

Unlike other programmes, you only pay a fee if you are selected as a winner. There's only one Award Acceptance Fee to pay regardless of how many awards you win, and 1x personalised Winner trophy is included*!

Publicity Package

As a winner or finalist, you get credible industry recognition & publicity from National press releases, Google and Yahoo! News features, content marketing and case studies.

Social Marketing

Social media marketing is important for all businesses, which is why we announce your accolades on social platforms, and regularly engage with you and your followers.

Interviews & PR

We can create quality, in-depth content with your team, making you a trusted voice in your industry, and highlighting the achievements & success of your business or enterprise**.

Fees

Winner

£375 +VAT

(Award Acceptance Fee)

Finalist

£0

(Free Forever)

Trophy

£99 +VAT

(per additional trophy)

* Trophy included: The Award Acceptance Fee includes 1x Winner’s trophy only. If you win multiple awards, additional trophies may be purchased at £99 +VAT.

** Interviews & PR: We will contact you regarding all publicity and PR opportunities based on the options you select in the entry form

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UK Business Experts

Our judging panel are business experts with a wealth of knowledge in various industries. They lend their experience and business acumen to the many award sectors we cover.

Our panel consists of dozens of private & public guest judges; below are a few of our business experts who will be selecting shortlists, winners and finalists in our awards!

Interested in being a guest judge? Contact us here.

Our Judges

I have a very strong digital marketing background which started at my parents' marketing agency in Germany. As a digital leader with more than twelve years of international digital experience, I have worked in almost any channel from PPC, Display, Social, Email, SEO etc. and have helped businesses to become more efficient whilst driving growth.I’m passionate about coaching and mentoring teams to perform at the top of the class to drive results & keep on improving and reimagining the digital landscape.

LinkedIn | Enesco

Founder and Managing Director of leading digital marketing agency Circus PPC. Rick founded Circus PPC in 2009 to tackle the growing need for businesses to have dedicated, highly trained, highly skilled professionals working on their digital marketing campaigns. Having taken his own agency from £0 to £15mil annual turnover he works tirelessly to help his clients achieve respective results, growing Sales, Revenue and Profit for all.

LinkedIn | Circus

I have worked in the Film & Television industry for over 19 years. I've had much experience on Film & Television Dramas, including Last of the Summer Wine, London's Burning, Rocket Man, Doctors and Films like Harry Potter & The Prisoner of Azkaban, Magicians, The Bourne Ultimatum, First Night and Ackley Bridge. I specialise in creating video content for businesses across the engineering, manufacturing, logistics and aviation sectors. This covers corporate video, testimonials, training, trade show films and many more.Recent work includes 360 VR with Thomas Cook Airlines, Video marketing training for SME's and our 6 part Documentary series The Inflight Food Trip.

LinkedIn | Albion Street Studios

Director & Founder of Spike. I have 10 years client side marketing experience, gave me the inspiration to set our agency up to be a driving force in class leading, strategic marketing. I have a real passion for SEO and digital innovation as a whole.

LinkedIn | Spike

Joanna is currently the Audience Manager at LGBTQ+ news publishers PinkNews. With over a decade in the marketing industry across content, SEO, social media and audience development, they have worked on award winning multichannel campaigns for globally-recognised brands.

LinkedIn | PinkNews

Jamie is the founder and Managing Director of Sculpt Digital, a boutique digital performance agency dedicated to helping businesses excel in the digital space. In addition to Sculpt Digital, Jamie is the proud owner of Blend Analytics, a digital analytics consultancy that specialises in providing data-driven insights to clients. With a wealth of experience working at global digital agencies, Jamie has held prominent positions, including serving as the Ex Dentsu Head of Digital for both iProspect and Carat brands. Jamie also played an instrumental role in leading the growth of the digital media team at Brass, further solidifying their reputation as a digital marketing leader. As an accomplished expert in the field, Jamie has been invited to judge at prestigious events such as the UK Business Awards, where they continue to make a meaningful impact on the industry.

LinkedIn | Sculpt Digital

Managing Director and founder of Velocity Academy. Velocity Academy is an independent training provider that delivers accredited apprenticeships into the IT, Data, Marketing, Management and Administration sectors. I have experience in gaining a number of government funded contacts and following standards and protocols set by the Skills Funding Agency to grow provision. Professional qualifications achieved in Management Accounting (CIMA), Data Analytics and Operational Management.

LinkedIn | Velocity Academy

Type	Category	Description / Criteria
Primary	Best Use of Educational Technology	Recognising the childcare service that has creatively and effectively utilised educational technology to enhance children’s learning experiences.
Primary	Outstanding Childcare Website	Celebrating the childcare provider with a website that excels in providing useful information, ease of navigation, and a positive user experience.
Primary	Exceptional Customer Service in Childcare	This award is for the organisation that consistently provides superior customer service, responding to parents’ needs and concerns with understanding and efficiency.
Primary	Best Child Safety Initiative	An accolade for the initiative that has demonstrated significant contributions to improving child safety within a childcare setting.
Primary	Excellence in Early Childhood Education	For the organisation that has exhibited consistent quality, innovation, and positive outcomes in early childhood education.
Primary	Most Innovative Childcare Programme	Showcasing the childcare service that has developed an innovative programme, enhancing children’s development and learning in a novel way.
Primary	Best SEN Support	In recognition of the childcare service that provides exceptional support for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment.
Primary	Best Childcare Management Software	This award is for the most effective and user-friendly childcare management software, streamlining operations and improving service delivery.
Primary	Exceptional Childcare Provider	An accolade for the childcare provider that consistently delivers high-quality care, fostering a positive and enriching environment for children.
Primary	Best Childcare Startup	Celebrating a new entrant in the childcare sector that has shown innovation, potential for growth, and a strong commitment to quality care.
Primary	Remarkable Marketing Campaign in Childcare	For the marketing campaign that has effectively communicated its message, engaging its target audience and driving enrolment.
Primary	Best Nursery Facility	This award is for the nursery that provides an excellent physical environment, equipped with appropriate resources that stimulate learning and development.
People	Best Apprenticeship Programme	In recognition of the childcare organisation that provides outstanding apprenticeship opportunities, nurturing the next generation of childcare professionals.
People	Childcare Leader of the Year	Showcasing the individual who has shown exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the childcare industry.
Primary	Diversity and Inclusion Champion	This award is for the company or individual that has made commendable strides in promoting diversity and inclusion within a childcare setting.
Primary	Best Health And Nutrition Programme	An accolade for the programme that effectively promotes healthy eating and physical activity among children in a childcare setting.
Primary	Outstanding Contribution to the Childcare Industry	Recognising the individual or organisation whose significant contributions have shaped and advanced the childcare industry.
Primary	Most Efficient Childcare Operations	For the childcare service that demonstrates exceptional efficiency in its operations, delivering high-quality care while effectively managing resources.
Primary	Best Sustainability Initiative in Childcare	This award is for the initiative that has significantly advanced sustainability within a childcare setting, from eco-friendly practices to teaching children about the environment.
Primary	Best Employee Training And Development	Celebrating the organisation that demonstrates a strong commitment to employee growth, providing excellent training and development opportunities.
Primary	Exceptional Childcare Curriculum Design	In recognition of the childcare service with a curriculum that stands out for its innovation, comprehensiveness, and alignment with child development principles.
Primary	Best After-school Programme	An accolade for the programme that provides high-quality, enriching activities for children after school hours, complementing their school learning experiences.
Primary	Most Influential Childcare Advice Website	Showcasing the website that provides the most insightful, reliable, and influential advice on childcare, helping parents and professionals make informed decisions.
Primary	Best Parental Engagement Practice	This award is for the childcare service that excels in involving parents in their children’s education and care, fostering strong partnerships for the benefit of children.