Emma Laurence Editor

Michelle Malomo is a senior lecturer in the Department for Children and Families within the School of Education at the University of Worcester. She currently lecturers on the Foundation Degree in Early Years (0-8, Professional Practice) and the top-up degree in Integrated Working with Children and Families. Michelle is also the partnership co-ordinator for the Foundation Degree in Early Years, supporting the delivery of higher education within local colleges. She is a qualified early years and playwork practitioner with experience in both the private and voluntary sectors. Her experience includes management within the early years sector, and youth and children’s development work within the voluntary sector. Michelle has worked in a range of settings and has been responsible for the development of social action projects with children, young people, and families.   

Emma Laurence is a lecturer in the Department for Children and Families at the University of Worcester, and is also studying there for a PhD in Educational Leadership. Her current research centres on how cluster groups of headteachers can provide a unique source of support. Prior to this she achieved a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood and an MA in Education before completing her PGCE with TeachFirst. Emma’s interest is in human development, both individually and communally, meaning her work spans education and care across all ages and well beyond the school environment. Emma has had work published internationally in academic journals and practitioner handbooks.