Research at the Institute of Education, University of Reading

Find information about our team, research projects, research impact and insights.

Our research addresses the overarching aim of improved education and learning. We work hard to enhance self-efficacy, economic well-being and life chances for all. Our research does make a difference and because of this we want to share it with you. So, do take a look and if something interests you and you would like to know more, please do let us know.

We are proud of our national and international reputation for impactful research. We are also proud that we make important contributions to theory across the education, language and learning spectrum.

In the latest UK Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021):

• 84% increase in our 4* research outputs since REF 2014
• 100% of environment submission rated 4* and 3* (conducive to producing internationally excellent research & very considerable impact)