Danielle has over 15 years of experience in the Australian and ACT public services, specialising in early childhood education. At the Department of Education, she has led or contributed to over 20 reports that have shaped policy and improved outcomes for children.

Holding a Master of Education from the University of Canberra and a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) from Queensland University of Technology, Danielle combines academic experience with practical insight.

Her proposed research will explore how preschool attendance patterns impact developmental outcomes for vulnerable children, aiming to provide evidence-based strategies that strengthen equity and inclusion in early learning.

Supervisors: Professor Ben Edwards and Dr Jess Arnup