Helen Rowe

Dr Helen Rowe is a Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead for the Children, Young People and Society program at York St John University within the School of Education, Language and Psychology. She transitioned to academia after initial careers in accountancy and recruitment sectors, bringing practical industry experience to her educational roles.

• Completed Doctorate in Education (2018) at Durham University
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PCET) from Huddersfield University
• MA in Early Years from Leeds Metropolitan University

Her research focuses on the intersection of reflective practice and metacognitive development in early childhood education. She employs mixed-method approaches to study how reflective dialogue and visual tools (e.g., children's work samples) facilitate metacognitive behaviors in young learners. Key themes include:

• Development of metacognitive knowledge in early childhood
• Application of sustained shared thinking principles
• Child-centered pedagogical approaches

Professional activities include serving as External Examiner at the University of Derby for Early Childhood Studies programs. She emphasizes practical application through internships and industry partnerships in her teaching philosophy.