Alison Kington

Professor Alison Kington is a faculty member in the Institute of Education at the University of Worcester. Her academic work bridges educational psychology and social psychology, focusing on how educational relationships and identities shape classroom dynamics and teacher retention.

• PhD in Education and Social Psychology (University of Bristol, 2001)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (2014)
• BEd (Hons) in Primary Education and English (University of the West of England, 1994)

Her research explores teacher-pupil interactions, the impact of social contexts on education, and mixed-methods approaches. She has secured over £3.8m in funding from organizations like the Economic and Social Research Council and the OECD.

Alison’s publications include books on teacher effectiveness, classroom relationships, and research methodology. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary frameworks and practical applications in educational settings.

• Fellow of the Royal Statistical Society (FRSS)
• Fellow of the College of Teachers (FCollT)
• Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA)
• Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol)
• Chartered Scientist (CSci)

She holds leadership roles such as Chair of the Education, Culture and Society Research Ethics Panel and REF Lead for Unit of Assessment 23 (Education). Her grants and collaborations reflect a sustained national and international research profile.