Dr Kathryn is an Early Childhood Consultant, researcher and author, and founder of Nurturing Childhoods; support for parents and settings all over the world. Having worked with children for many years, Kathryn developed a particular interest in children’s need to access rich and meaningful experiences throughout their early years, and the impact the actions of well-meaning adults can have on them. The Nurturing Childhood accreditation for settings and the MICE (Method of Improved Child Engagements) for schools, Kathryn works to identify and celebrate the impact of effective childhood experiences as preparation for all of life’s learning. Kathryn also consults on projects, conducts research for government bodies and contributes to papers launched in parliament.