Play, Grow, Lead: The Summit for Child and Family Professionals

Sat Jun 06 2026 at 09:30 am to 04:30 pm UTC+01:00

Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport - Nec by IHG | Birmingham

Sam Ballington
Publisher/HostSam Ballington
Play, Grow, Lead: The Summit for Child and Family Professionals
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Be Part of a Movement that’s Changing the Landscape of Child & Family Practice. The Play, Grow, Lead Summit is a gathering of changemakers.
About this Event

Be Part of a Movement that’s Changing the Landscape of Child & Family Practice.

The Play, Grow, Lead Summit is a gathering of changemakers. On this day, child and family coaches, early years educators, social care professionals, play therapists, wellbeing practitioners, and parenting specialists will come together to connect, grow, and lead.

This event is powered by the Association of Child and Family Coaches (ACFC) — the UK’s growing professional body for coaching and therapeutic playful practice with children and families. We are proud to champion playful approaches, co-regulation, and evidence-informed support for families everywhere.

Opening speech: Dr. Sam Ballington, Speech: "The Hidden Child"

Keynote Speaker: Sekia Blye (Speech TBC) Inspiring insights from a leading voice in child and family support.

Informal Networking: Time to connect, reflect, and refresh.

Professional Panel: Live discussion with frontline coaches and other professionals on what’s working, what’s not, and what’s next for child and family support. Panelists to be announced.

Lunch & Table Networking: A chance to enjoy lunch, build community, and an oppprtunity to network.

Spotlight Sessions: Short, powerful talks from 3 voices in the sector.

Interactive Workshops: More information coming soon.

Recognition Ceremony: Celebrating the work of professionals working across the Child and Family sector making a difference across the UK. Special mentions and badges of recognition. No nominations - all guests will be considered via research.

Closing Remarks & Call to Action: Final words and invite continued connection.

The Association’s founder is Dr. Sam Ballington.

You can find out more information about Sam and about the Association on the following sites:

www.SamBallington.co.uk

www.childandfamilycoaches.org


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport - Nec by IHG, Coventry Road, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 25.00 to GBP 36.00

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