Welcome

British Paediatric Neurology Association is the professional organisation for medical professionals in the UK and internationally who specialise in the care of children with neurological disorders.

The BPNA is a charity (1159115) aiming to promote the health and well-being of children with neurological disorders through:

  • Training and education of professionals working in the field of neurosciences.
  • Research into neurological disorders affecting children & young people.
  • Improvement of knowledge of professionals, the public and patients and their families through scientific meetings.
  • Providing support to members to facilitate the delivery of the above objectives.  

Vision & Mission

BPNA Vision: To create a world where every child and young person with a neurological condition can access the care and support they need to reach their full potential.

BPNA Mission: To work in partnership with other organisations in advancing the health and well-being of children and young people with neurological conditions by:

  • Promoting equitable access to high-quality healthcare and resources. 
  • Supporting healthcare professionals nationally and internationally through training and education to improve clinical practice.
  • Fostering research initiatives that empower clinicians, patients, and families.
  • Championing healthy brain development through advocacy and collaboration.  

Training & Education for Professionals working in Paediatric Neurosciences
 
The BPNA delivers:
 
  • Short courses in: epilepsy, movement disorders, headache and neonatal neurology.
  • Paediatric Neurology Distance Learning: this covers all aspects of paediatric neurology comprehensively and systematically.
  • 3-day Annual Scientific Meeting: January each year.
  • Webinar Lectures Series


                         
All our courses and conferences are open to non-members
 
Click on 'Courses & Conferences' above.
For Webinar Lecture Series click here

News

July 2025
The BPNA remain deeply concerned about the ongoing Gaza conflict and particularly the impact on children and young people.
We fully support the RCPCH statement urging the UK Government to intervene in efforts to end the conflict and take a leading role in providing care for the children and families affected. Please find link below to the RCPCH Statement.

RCPCH statement - Click Here

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There has been a recent update on prescribing valporate. Please find downloadable document links below:

Priority Setting Project: The Top Ten UK research priorities for interventions in childhood neurological disorders.
Find an accompanying detailed downloadable document to read below:
Click here to download