Katy Meeuwissen

Position

Doctoral Lecturer - Early Childhood & Primary Education

Contact details

E: katy.meeuwissen@canberra.edu.au
T: +61 2 6206 3712
L: Building 6 Room D11

Biography

Katy is an experienced teacher and early career researcher, currently employed as a lecturer at the University of Canberra. As a passionate advocate for children's rights to play, she recognises play as both a fundamental aspect of childhood and a crucial component of holistic development. Her Ph.D. focused on exploring teachers' conceptualisations of play and playful learning, Katy's research interests extend to international approaches and philosophies in early childhood education, loose parts play, play spaces, and cultural immersion in initial teacher education.

In her role at the Faculty of Education, she teaches in the Early Childhood and Primary Education degrees, where she thrives on mentoring early career teachers. Katy views herself as a lifelong learner, actively promoting environments where children and preservice teachers are encouraged to explore and learn through playful experiences. Through her teaching and research, she continues to champion innovative approaches that honour both children's natural curiosity and their right to meaningful playful learning opportunities.