Teacher Training Choosing a Training Route

Choosing a teacher training route

All of our teacher training routes offer:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), which is need to teach as a qualified teacher in England
  • plenty of classroom experience in at least two schools over the course of an academic year
  • training to meet the Teachers’ Standards, which include classroom management and making your subject accessible to your pupils
  • expert academic and practical guidance from mentors and tutors who are there to help you succeed

We’re here to guide you to find the right one for you.

ROUTEWHODURATIONFUNDINGFEES
School DirectGraduates are employed by the school while they study12 monthsUnqualified Teacher SalaryNoClick here
Teaching ApprenticeshipsGraduates are employed by the school while they complete on-the-job training12 monthsUnqualified Teacher SalaryNoClick here
Tuition FeeGraduates are based in a school and receive a bursary while they study12 monthsBursaryYesClick here
Assessment OnlySuitable for unqualified teachers with over 3 years teaching in a school1 – 3 monthsNoYesClick here
Subject Knowledge Enhancement (Trainees)Trainees may be required to complete as part of their ITT training. 8 – 12 weeksYesNoClick here