Tiny toes ballet from Essex Mid & South has been shortlisted as a finalist in the UK’s most prestigious children’s activities awards, the What’s On 4 Kids National Children’s Activities Awards 2025.
The much-loved awards, now in their 19th year, celebrate the UK’s very best children’s clubs, classes, leaders, venues and volunteers – and Natalie McCormack who runs tiny toes ballet Essex Mid & South will be representing Essex on the national stage.
Winners will be revealed at a dazzling, red-carpet event in Leicester on 27th November 2025, where 300 guests will step into a magical winter woodland setting filled with sparkle and snowy celebration.
This year, nominations and votes smashed records, with almost 100,000 parents and carers recognising the activity leaders who make a difference in children’s lives every day. Nominees were described as “outstanding”, “dedicated” and “just fabulous.”
The British Franchise Association (BFA) is proudly returning as Ceremony Sponsor for the third year, supporting an event that shines a national spotlight on the most inspiring individuals and organisations in the children’s activities sector.
Natalie McCormack from tiny toes ballet Essex Mid & South, who is a finalist in the Most Loved Activity Leader in East England category (sponsored by the British Franchise Association), said:
“I am incredibly proud to be a finalist in the awards – it’s a real honour and a reflection of the dedication and passion that goes into everything we do. For our tiny toes community, it’s a reflection of the quality and care they’ve come to expect from us, and their enthusiastic response and support have been both humbling and inspiring.”
The What’s On 4 Kids National Awards were the first awards in the UK dedicated to this inspiring sector and have both judged and voted-for categories. The 2025 event will once again be hosted by acclaimed actor, musician and presenter Jonathan Bremner, who has wowed audiences across the globe.
Founder of What’s On 4 Kids, Sam Godfrey-Moore, added:
“Once again, we are ready to delight our finalists, sponsors and supporters at our black-tie Aspen-themed extravaganza. We’re gearing up for a night full of sparkle – congratulations and good luck to every finalist!”