TCELT Research Seminar: November 2026

Reframing the narrative: Insights from the 2023 parenting perceptions and stereotypes survey in the UK

What do UK parents really think about South Asian parenting?

Join Dr Renu Bhandari as she uncovers findings from a UK-wide survey exploring perceptions, stereotypes, and realities of South Asian parenting. Drawing on the voices of 65 parents, this engaging session challenges assumptions, highlights what stereotypes persist, and reveals where common misconceptions begin to unravel.

Discover what UK parents really think about South Asian parenting in this engaging and thought-provoking session. Explore the stereotypes that persist, uncover perceptions around discipline, family relationships and educational aspirations, and examine how research evidence can challenge misconceptions and foster greater cultural understanding. Ideal for educators, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, parents and anyone interested in culture, identity and inclusion. Challenge assumptions, explore the evidence, and help reframe the narrative.

Speaker Biography

Dr Renu Bhandari (PhD, FHEA, CPsychol) is Chair for Access Board of studies, Senior Lecturer and staff tutor in the Centre for Access, Open and Cross-curricular Innovation, PVC Students. 

She has been an associate lecturer and consultant with the Open University (OU) for the last fifteen years. Her specialisations include counselling psychology, organisational behaviour, and developmental psychology.

Detailed biography and publications
ORCID website

Relevant Study

Bhandari, R. (2026). Reframing the Narrative: Insights from the 2023 Parenting Perceptions and Stereotypes Survey in the UK. International Journal of Educational and Life Transitions, 5(1), 1-26. https://doi.org/10.20933/zp8jsy55

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