I have a first degree in Language and Linguistic Science. Following graduation I completed a PGCE and entered into the primary teaching profession. During my career in mainstream primary schools in the North-East of England I specialised in early years teaching, with a particular interest in outdoor learning. I completed a Masters in Education in 2011 and, following that, began teaching on the North Tyneside School Centered Initial Teacher Training programme. I joined Northumbria University as a Senior Lecturer in 2016, I have led the BA (Hons) Primary Education programme, and currently lead PGCE School Direct. I was awarded a PhD in the field of initial teacher education in 2024.
My overarching research interests are forest school, outdoor education, PSHE education and child language development in the context of early years education. I recently completed a doctorate researching the impact of regular outdoor sessions (specifically, forest school) upon young children.
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