Educational Psychology in Practice

Aims & Scope

The defining feature of Educational Psychology in Practice is that it aims to publish peer refereed articles representing theory, research and practice which is of relevance to practising educational psychologists working primarily in UK contexts.

In its focus on applied psychology it occupies an important complementary position to those journals which emphasise the experimental work of academic psychologists.

Whilst the majority of articles submitted to the journal are written by practising psychologists in the UK, submissions are welcomed from outside the profession and from outside the UK.

The journal particularly recognises that relevant applied psychological theory and practice frequently crosses cultural and state boundaries and consequently the journal promotes an interdisciplinary and international approach, reflected in articles which report major pieces of research, debate issues, detail project evaluations, note research, and describe aspects of professional practice.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.4

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.685

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	37

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Psychology, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Emotional and psychological well-being in children: the development and validation of the Stirling Children’s Well-being Scale

  Citation: 132

  Authors: Ian, Greg F.A.

• A discussion of the developing role of educational psychologists within Children’s Services

  Citation: 100

  Authors: Kate, Kevin, Steve

• Consultation: Developing a comprehensive approach to service delivery

  Citation: 92

  Authors: Patsy

• Empowering teachers to implement a growth mindset

  Citation: 90

  Authors: Fiona S.

• Specific Praise Improves On‐task Behaviour and Numeracy Enjoyment: A study of year four pupils engaged in the numeracy hour

  Citation: 85

  Authors: Karen, Lewis A.

• A content analysis of school anti‐bullying policies: progress and limitations

  Citation: 82

  Authors: Peter K., Cherise, Rob, Muthanna

• Teachers’ attitudes towards inclusive education: a critical review of published questionnaires

  Citation: 80

  Authors: Donna L., Jeremy J., Stephan

• Supporting the Development of Emotional Intelligence Competencies to Ease the Transition from Primary to High School

  Citation: 76

  Authors: P., H. E., J. M., D. J.

• A review of key issues in the measurement of children’s social and emotional skills

  Citation: 73

  Authors: Michael, Neil, Afroditi, Ann

• Investigating the Evidence Base of Social Stories

  Citation: 73

  Authors: Shama, Norah

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