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.
ROUTE | WHO | DURATION | FUNDING | FEES | |
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School Direct | Graduates are employed by the school while they study | 12 months | Unqualified Teacher Salary | No | Click here |
Teaching Apprenticeships | Graduates are employed by the school while they complete on-the-job training | 12 months | Unqualified Teacher Salary | No | Click here |
Tuition Fee | Graduates are based in a school and receive a bursary while they study | 12 months | Bursary | Yes | Click here |
Assessment Only | Suitable for unqualified teachers with over 3 years teaching in a school | 1 – 3 months | No | Yes | Click here |
Subject Knowledge Enhancement (Trainees) | Trainees may be required to complete as part of their ITT training. | 8 – 12 weeks | Yes | No | Click here |