Association of Educational Psychologists
The AEP is the trade union and professional association for Educational Psychologists in the UK. We represent and empower educational psychologists to help children and young people thrive.
The AEP is the trade union and professional association for Educational Psychologists in the UK. We represent and empower educational psychologists to help children and young people thrive.
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How we support members
Employment & Workplace
The AEP supports members in employment; across local authorities, private services, social enterprises, self-employed EPs & during training.
Professional Support
The AEP offer a wealth of opportunities for professional development, learning & networking - including events for members such as conferences, training & webinars.
Resource Hub
Members can access a wide range of resources - from access to our journal EPiP (and many more), guidance papers on professional issues, examples of best practice and much more.
Latest News
Blog: Toy Story 5 - A Nostalgic Reflection on Modern Parenting and Play by Minoushe Grant
Minoushe Grant shares a short blog with her reflections on the newly released Toy Story 5 - and how play has changed for children.
"Last week, I went with my family to watch Toy Story 5, and it made me reflect deeply on how play has changed over the last four decades. As a parent in the 2020s (even as an Educational and child psychologist) I find myself constantly wondering whether I am making the best choices for my own children."
Call for Submissions: Special Collection in Educational Psychology in Practice
Ahead of the AEP Annual Conference 2026, taking place on Thursday 12th and Friday 13th November at the Crowne Plaza, near Reading, we are inviting submissions for a special collection in Educational Psychology in Practice.
What do the election results mean for education policy?
Recent elections - including yesterday's by-elections - across England, Scotland and Wales have reshaped the political landscape and may have important implications for education, children's services and wider systems of support for children and young people.
Blog: SEND Reforms: The Schools White Paper – Dr Sean Octigan
One of my big work strands over April and May was to respond to the government consultation on the SEND reforms proposed in the Schools White Paper, published by the DfE on 23 February 2026.
As both an educational psychologist (EP) and an AEP official, this process has given me lots of time to reflect on the White Paper and, whilst I can’t cover everything it contains in a short blog, I will try and articulate some hopes and concerns on what the Experts at Hand Fund, Inclusion bases, and plans for EHCPs might mean for our members.
