Caron Carter

Dr Caron Carter is a Senior Lecturer in Childhood & Early Childhood Education at Sheffield Hallam University's Department of Education, Childhood and Inclusion. She holds a PhD from Sheffield Hallam (2013) and MA from Sheffield University. Previously, she served as a primary school teacher for 11 years, including roles as Acting Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher. Her research focuses on children's friendships, wellbeing, and pandemic impacts, emphasizing participatory methods to amplify children's voices. She leads modules on leadership and research methodologies in the Doctorate in Education program.

• Education: PhD (2013), MA in Early Childhood Education (Sheffield University), NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship)
• Research Projects: Children's Friendships Matter Podcast, Covid-19 Friendship Impact Study, Family Hubs Evaluation (DfE)
• Teaching: Leads UG modules on Early Childhood Leadership and EdD Research Methodologies

Her work bridges academic research and school practice, with current projects exploring post-pandemic friendship dynamics and wellbeing strategies. She supervises doctoral students in education and nursing contexts.