Our popular early years membership package offers excellent value and is suitable for pre-schools, nurseries, children centres and other Ofsted registered childcare settings.

Prices start from as little as £90.00 per year (inc. VAT). Membership costs £6 per additional site for settings or groups which operate from more than one premises.

Special offers and discounts

• 20% off our extensive range of acclaimed publications, resources and software.
• 25% off Reflecting on Quality, our leading accreditation scheme.
• Fantastic offers from top early years brands, including:
  • 10% discount off all orders made from the Galt Educational 2009/10 catalogue.
  • 10% discount off all Steadyco tableware products.
  • 5% discount off of all TTS educational products.
  • Special offers for groups on entry to Legoland, Alton Towers and Sea Life Centre.
• 35% off EY‑Essential Nursery Management Software.
• Discounts and preferential booking for Alliance run national events.

Guidance and support

• Access to comprehensive, competitive insurance, underwritten by RSA Insurance. Over 85% of current members already take advantage of this specialist service.
• Practical advice and individual support from a dedicated information helpline.
• Ten issues of Under 5 magazine, keeping you up‑to‑date with latest developments in the childcare sector.
• A confidential, 24-hour legal helpline for groups, offering advice on matters such as employment, tax, VAT, leases and premises hire.
• Access to a wide range of specialist training courses and adult learning opportunities.
• Strong regional network of local support, ensuring members’ views and interests are reflected and represented at all levels.
• Business support and consultancy service for organisations, groups and schools.
• Students receive careers advice, access to job opportunities and regular online updates via our popular Learning Zone.
• An opportunity to vote at the Alliance Annual Conference and AGM.

Find out more

To request a membership pack, click here or to renew your membership, click here
For more information, contact our Information Service team on 020 7697 2595