Simon Bateson

Simon Bateson is a Research Fellow and Co-Director of Froebelian Futures at the Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh. He supports research and teaching on Froebelian pedagogy, social justice, and early childhood education while also working as a practitioner at Cowgate Under 5s nursery, Scotland's national Froebelian practice hub.

His educational qualifications include:

• Forest Kindergarten Leader, SVQF 8, FOLA (2020)
• Social Services - Children and Young People, SVQF Level 8 (2019)
• Certificate in Froebel and Early Childhood, University of Edinburgh (2019)
• Certificate in Leadership, Institute for Leadership and Management (2015)
• MA (Hons) in English Literature, University of Edinburgh (2004)

Bateson's research centers on advancing Froebelian pedagogy and leadership models with strong emphasis on social justice applications in early years education. His work integrates environmental education through forest kindergarten approaches and examines systemic equity in childhood development frameworks.

His distinguished recognitions include:

• Lifetime fellowship, The Royal Scottish Geographic Society (2017)
• Seedbed Fellowship for social change leaders (2016)
• The List “Top 100” cultural figures (Take One Action, 2018 & 2011)

No formal graduate advisees or research grants are documented in available materials. Bateson maintains active practice through Froebelian Futures—an international training initiative—and direct engagement at Cowgate Under 5s nursery, where theoretical frameworks meet practical implementation in Scotland's flagship Froebelian environment.