🌟 PlayMotion Impact Awards 2025
Celebrating Excellence, Innovation, and Impact in Child Welfare and Development
Every day, educators, caregivers, and enrichment instructors pour their hearts into helping children grow, learn, and thrive. The PlayMotion Kids Impact Awards were created to recognize and celebrate those remarkable individuals who make a difference in classrooms, childcare centers, and communities across the country.
These awards honor people who bring compassion, creativity, and connection to their work with children, the quiet heroes shaping brighter futures one moment at a time.
Award Categories
Early Childhood Educator of the Year
For teachers who inspire curiosity and create nurturing, inclusive learning environments in early education settings.
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Rising Star Award
For individuals with less than two years of experience in early childhood or enrichment fields who are already making a meaningful impact.
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Enrichment Instructor of the Year
For instructors leading music, movement, yoga, dance, art, mindfulness, STEM or fitness programs for kids.
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Community Impact Award
For individuals or small teams leading child-centered projects or partnerships that strengthen families and communities.
How It Works
✨ Nominations are open through December 15, 2025.
Anyone can nominate: educators, parents, administrators, or peers. Self-nominations are welcome, too!
A panel of judges will review submissions in December, and winners will be announced in January 2026 across PlayMotion Kids’ website and social channels.
Nominate your favorite educator at the link below!
Why These Awards Matter
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At PlayMotion Kids, we believe in celebrating the people behind the impact, those helping children day in and day out.
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Whether you teach in a preschool, lead enrichment classes, or champion children’s well-being in your community, your work matters. This is our way of saying thank you. 💛
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Important Dates
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Nominations Open: November 2025
Nominations Close: December 15, 2025
Finalists Announced: Early January 2026
Winners Announced: Mid-January 2026
Winners will receive a personalized digital certificate, a shareable winner badge, and a featured spotlight across PlayMotion Kids’ social media and podcast platforms.
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Finalists will also be recognized with certificates, digital badges, and a group announcement celebrating their contributions to children’s growth and well-being.
Questions?
Email us anytime at hello@playmotionkids.com.
Follow @PlayMotionKids for updates and winner announcements.