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Richard Harley is a Senior Lecturer in Primary Education at Edge Hill University, with 25+ years of teaching and leadership experience in primary schools across northwest England. He holds an MA in Teaching and Learning (2021) and a Bachelor of Education in English from the University of Chester (1996). His current role includes leading the EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) curriculum strand and teaching on the BA (QTS) and Primary PGCE programs. He specializes in supporting trainee teachers in primary English, music, and social justice.
Education:
- MA Teaching and Learning, Edge Hill University (2014–2020)
- Bachelor of Education (English), University of Chester (1992–1996)
Research Interests: Primary music and English pedagogy, equity in education, addressing educational disadvantage via Pupil Premium strategies, and supporting career-changers and mature students in teacher training.
Advising & Roles: Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) and placement Link Tutor for trainees. Collaborates with primary English and music teams to design inclusive curricula.
Labs/Teams: Engages with cross-disciplinary teams focused on music, English, and social justice in primary education.
