Fiona Byrne

Fiona Byrne is a Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Studies at the Department of Education, School of Childhood and Social Care, University of East London. With nearly a decade of practical experience as a primary school teacher, forest school leader, and Montessori teacher, her work bridges pedagogical practice and digital innovation in early years education.

• Research Focus: Multimodal methods, touch-screen technologies, and creativity in early childhood
• Current Project: ESRC-funded PhD research on tablets in preschoolers' home environments
• Consultancy: Multimedia collaborations with artists addressing childhood theories and gender

Her publications highlight intersections of digital media, critical thinking, and pedagogical frameworks. She contributes to academic discourse through seminars and module leadership in early childhood education.