Laura Purser

Laura Purser is an experienced educational professional currently serving as the Academic Programme Director for the BA Primary Education QTS and a Lecturer in Education at the University of Reading since July 2022. Additionally, Laura holds the position of Co-Chair of Governors at Emmer Green Primary School, focusing on parent engagement, mental health, and early years foundation stage concerns. Previous roles include Head of Primary, Prep & EYFS at the University of Buckingham and various teaching and leadership positions in multiple primary and secondary schools, emphasizing inclusion and special educational needs. Laura's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from The University of Manchester, a PGCE from Birmingham Newman University, and ongoing Doctoral studies at The University of Buckingham in Education.