Amanda Norman

Dr Amanda Norman is a Senior Lecturer in Early Years at the University of Winchester, part of the Faculty of Education and the Arts. Her roles include leading modules on infant pedagogies, historical play, and early childhood research. She has extensive experience in early childhood education, nursery management, and play therapy, with a focus on infant emotional care and historical childcare practices. Norman has authored numerous books and articles on topics like transitional objects, person-centered approaches, and maternal well-being. She actively contributes to professional organizations such as the International Froebel Society and the Children's Alliance.

Her research explores infants' emotional bonds, attachment theories, and the integration of creative methodologies in early years education. Recent work includes funded projects on transitional objects and narratives in nature. She supervises PhD/EdD students focusing on relational pedagogies and emotional health. Norman has presented at international conferences and participated in policy reports on children's mental health and well-being.

Key achievements include a Senior Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy (2022) and editorial roles in journals like Norland Educare. Her work bridges historical perspectives with contemporary practices, emphasizing holistic care and practitioner narratives.