Alison Silby

Alison Silby is a Lecturer in Primary English Education at the University of Reading, affiliated with the School of Education and the Department of Primary English Education. Her research focuses on English pedagogy across educational stages, children's literature, and SEND integration in teacher education. She supervises PhD/EdD students and leads modules like Investigating Education (EDM007). Key research groups include the First Language and Language and Literacy in Education teams.

Her work explores writing strategies, creative arts in literacy, and inclusive teaching. Recent publications include a 2025 book on SEND pedagogy and a 2015 article on classroom writing strategies. She advises students on topics ranging from SEND policy to academic identity in higher education. No awards are explicitly listed.