Chris Clarke

Chris Clarke is an Assistant Programme Director at the University of East Anglia's School of Education & Lifelong Learning, specializing in Educational Psychology. He oversees fitness to practice and trainee wellbeing for the Doctorate in Educational Psychology program. Clarke is a registered Health Care Professions Council psychologist and chartered British Psychological Society member. His career spans local authority roles and leadership in inclusion/Special Educational Needs (SEND) practices within a multi-academy trust.

Clarke's research focuses on autistic young people's educational experiences, particularly autistic girls' sense of belonging, inclusion, identity, and playtime dynamics. He also explores evidence-based practices in educational psychology. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and inclusive societies.

Publications since 2017 emphasize autism education, behavioral interventions, and neurocognitive studies. Clarke accepts PhD students and collaborates with institutions like University College London's Institute of Education.