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Parent template letter for Universal Credit
We have been approached by a number of nurseries where parents have had their Universal Credit Childcare payments reduced due to updated charging guidance from DfE.
These settings report that parents are being told meals and consumables are optional charges and as a result, will no longer be accepted as part of their Universal Credit childcare payments.
Nationally we have taken this to officials in the Department for Education and Minister at the Department for Work and Pensions to urge them to resolve this situation.
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Vitamin Angels NDNA Programme Submissions 2025
Nurseries with over 50% of children from low-income families can apply to NDNA’s funded Vitamin Angels programme, providing fruit, vegetables and proteins. Apply by 20 August 2025.
Apply now
The NDNA Awards 2026 is open for registrations
NDNA Awards now open for applications across ten categories. We’re delighted to open up entries to our valued nursery members across the UK and internationally. The deadline for applications will be 5 December 2025.
Get ready to apply
Lead with confidence in your toddler room
Providing stable, emotional environments is crucial for a toddlers happiness and well-being.
Our Toddler Room Leader online course covers the skills and attributes required of good and effective toddler room leaders.
Key topics include:
- The key skills of being a good leader
- What communication skills leaders need
- The importance of reflection & evaluation to successful leadership
- Care routines to build respectful, trusting relationships with children
- Plus much more.
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Supporting nurseries across the UK and overseas
NDNA England
Supporting nurseries in England to provide high-quality, sustainable childcare.
NDNA in England
NDNA Scotland
We support Scottish nurseries and are a strategic partner to the Government.
NDNA Scotland: Scotland childcare and early years support
NDNA Cymru
NDNA has a committed and enthusiastic member base representing Wales nurseries.
NDNA Cymru – supporting nurseries in Wales
NDNA International
We support nurseries internationally. Find out more about NDNA international.
NDNA international membership
For support when you need it most…
NDNA gives you the reassuring, expert advice and time-saving resources that allow you to focus on what you do best, caring for children in early years.
Join NDNA for:
- A stronger voice on issues crucial to your business
- Time-saving resources and expert, reassuring advice
- Access to more information, plus training and ideas to help improve practice
- As well as great savings on nursery essentials.
