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Dr. Helen Demetriou is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Cambridge Faculty of Education, where she integrates psychological research with educational practice. A Chartered Psychologist (BPS) and Fellow of Homerton College, she serves as Undergraduate Tutor and Director of Studies, while also providing support for discrimination/harassment concerns.
- Education: MA (Hons) in Psychology (University of Dundee), PhD in Developmental Psychology (King's College London, Institute of Psychiatry)
- Professional Roles: Faculty member (1998-present), British Psychological Society accreditation program coordinator, Kazakhstan teacher development consultant
Her research explores children's social-emotional development, focusing on empathy, friendships, pupil consultation, and creativity in classrooms. Key projects include:
- OFSTED-funded studies on pupil progress
- QCA research on boys' MFL performance
- ESRC-funded pupil voice initiatives
- Gatsby Technical Education Project on teacher sustainability
- Collaborative work with Bill Nicholl on D&T classroom creativity
Recent publications emphasize intersections between empathy and innovation in educational settings. She contributes to parliamentary briefings and serves on editorial boards for Improving Schools, Social Development, and Educational Studies.
