Day of the educator and all preschool workers
September 28, Sunday

Celebration Date
In Ukraine, the Day of Educators and All Preschool Workers is celebrated annually on the last Sunday of September. It is not an official public holiday, but it is widely observed in preschool institutions and educational organizations.
Main Goals
* express gratitude to educators and preschool staff;
* emphasize the importance of preschool education for child development;
* enhance the prestige of the educator profession;
* motivate teachers for professional development and improvement of teaching methods.
Traditions and Events
The holiday includes various activities:
* ceremonial meetings and congratulations in kindergartens;
* creative performances by children dedicated to educators;
* awards and acknowledgments for teachers for professional achievements;
* seminars, workshops, and methodological discussions to improve educators’ qualifications;
* open lessons and presentations of educational programs for parents.
Significance for Society
The Day of Educators and All Preschool Workers highlights the important role of the profession in shaping a child’s personality and developing social and intellectual skills. The holiday helps raise the prestige of work in preschool education and draws public attention to the issues and needs of educators.
Day of the educator and all preschool workers in other years
- 2022 September 25, Sunday
- 2023 September 24, Sunday
- 2024 September 29, Sunday
- 2026 September 27, Sunday