Articles authored by

Penelope Hannant

a little girl painting flowers with a paintbrush

12 February 2026

Understanding the Foundations of Learning

The Early Action Compass (EAC) is built on the understanding that for children to learn well, their body and brain systems must develop together. Early...

Three children raising their hands above their heads

13 February 2026

Why the Early Action Compass was Developed

The Early Action Compass (EAC) is founded on an idea by Dr Penelope Hannant, Assistant Professor in Educational Inclusion at the University of Birmingham. Drawing...