Event
TCELT book launch
It is our pleasure to invite you to the launch of two books that have focussed on the transitions of children and young people
Wednesday 25 February 2026
The event will feature short talks by the editors of the first and authors of the second book. After briefly sharing the process that they went through from proposal to manuscript, they will provide insights into the content of the books. There will be opportunity for discussion and Q&As.
Supporting Educational Transitions for Ages 3-19
This book offers research-based evidence and advice on supporting educational transitions across all educational stages from ages 3-19. It introduces the key issues and debates, processes, assessments, cultures and curricula, from pre-school to tertiary education.
Elizabeth Gregory is a lecturer in education at the University of Manchester and has taught in both the FE and HE sectors.
Liz Stevenson is the Headteacher of an Independent Special School in Birmingham, with experience across Key Stages 2–5 and roles in School Improvement, giving her a strong blend of classroom and strategic leadership expertise.
Following an effective Q&A structure and a ‘dip in and out’ approach, based on robust research, the chapters discuss topics such as puberty and related developmental aspects, support networks, the child’s voice, additional support needs and much more. It includes illustrations and real-life vignettes to help explain some complex concepts and scenarios.
Charlotte Bagnall is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester within Manchester’s Institute of Education.
Divya Jindal-Snape is Professor Emerita and Personal Chair of Education, Inclusion and Life Transitions in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at the University of Dundee.
Email Divya Jindal-Snape for the online Teams link.