About
I am an HCPC registered Educational Psychologist. I work alongside schools to support inclusion through INSET or ongoing training, consultation and policy analysis. I also work with schools and parents to understand individual needs through assessment and problem solving. My work is child centred and relational, I offer a range of services and annual traded packages with schools, as well as individual sessions for assessment or consultation.
Testimonials
Calm Authority
“Dr Maddi brings a rare combination of calm authority, deep expertise, and unwavering integrity. Her exceptional ability to create psychological safety, while offering the right level of challenge, delivers clear thinking, emotional stability, and confident decision-making that are both powerful and sustainable.”
Trust Safeguarding Lead, Archway Learning Trust
Lightened Load
“Maddi is one of those rare people who can make a complex situation feel surmountable for busy, worn-out education staff. Her supervision is the perfect blend of compassionate challenge and support. Every time I’ve worked with Maddi, I’ve felt like my load has lightened a little.”
Executive Lead for Education, Include Education Group
Exceptional Impact
“Working with Dr Maddi Popoola for over 12 months, the impact across our local authority clients has been exceptional. She brings a calm, solutions-focused approach, drawing on deep experience across a range of settings. Her involvement has made a significant difference to both delivery and outcomes.”
Public Sector Manager, LINQ Recruitment Specialists
Publications
I am a published author and active contributor to research in educational psychology, My most recent book, Reimagining Education, published by Routledge in 2025, draws on large-scale pupil voice research to explore themes of belonging, wellbeing, mental health, curriculum change and alternative models of practise. Across my publications I translate psychological theory into practical insight for educators, leaders and anyone committed to improving outcomes for children.
Podcasts
The NottAlone Podcast is a space for honest conversations about mental health. My cohost and I invite a range of guests who have personal experiences with mental health challenges, or expertise in specific areas such as school anxiety. Season 1 focuses on topics relating to children’s mental health, season 2 on adult mental health, and in season 3 we invited young people in to talk about their personal experiences. Season 4 is currently in the making and will be a collection of ‘ask the expert’ episodes in which psychologist guest will cover hot topics in the field.
