Sep 17, 2021
Sarah Steel, CEO of The Old Station Nursery Group, Becomes Chair of National Day Nurseries Association

Our very own founder and CEO of The Old Station Nursery Group, Sarah Steel has become the Chair of National Day Nurseries Association.
Sarah Steel, who has been a member of NDNA’s National Policy Committee since 2011, is succeeding Sarah Carr, who has been a board member and Chair of Trustees since 2001. Sarah will take up the role from the 23rd November.
Commenting on becoming the Chair of NDNA, Sarah Steel said:
“I am delighted and incredibly proud to be taking on the position of Chair of NDNA at such a crucial time for children, families and providers in the early years sector. Sarah Carr has done an amazing job to build a great team at the organisation who have been crucial in standing up for the sector and providing the support and training opportunities that the early years needs.”
She continued:
“Coming from the sector, I am acutely aware of the challenges everyone is facing. Whether you’re a small family run nursery or a larger group, we will be in your corner and fighting for the things you need. I’m incredibly excited to be taking on this opportunity.”
NDNA’s Chief Executive, Purnima Tanuku, added:
“We’re delighted to have Sarah Steel as the new Chair. She is an exceptional business leader in the childcare sector with an understanding of the pressures our members face day in, day out.”