Sir Martyn Oliver Issues Stark Warning as Ofsted Chief Inspector Slams Nursery Safety Failures During NDNA Conference Speech in Liverpool

Sir Martyn Oliver addressed the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) Conference 2026 in Liverpool, where he highlighted significant concerns regarding safety failures in nurseries across the UK. In his speech, he emphasized the need for reforms within the inspection system to enhance early years provision. Oliver's remarks come in the wake of criticism from the Ofsted Chief Inspector, who has pointed out alarming deficiencies in nursery safety standards. The conference gathered nursery leaders at the historic docks, providing a platform for discussing the future of early childhood education and care.

Read More