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Which age ranges do your courses cover?
We offer two options within our primary course. These are:
- 3-7 years
- 5-11 years
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What are the entry requirements?
- GCSE grade 4/C or above in English, mathematics and science or an equivalent qualification.
- An honours degree, ideally 2:2 or above.
- All offers made will be subject to a full DBS check and Fitness for Work assessment.
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What qualification will I gain?
- You will gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – this is the qualification required to teach in England.
- If you opt to complete the academic course with our external provider, you will also gain a Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE).
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Can I do the course part-time?
- Unfortunately our programme is not offered as a part-time option.
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What is the course structure?
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- The course begins in September and runs for one academic year until the following July.
- You will complete two placements during the year totalling at least 120 days (placement A takes place September-December, placement B takes place January-June).
- You will train four days per week Monday-Thursday in two of our partner schools during these two placements.
- You will receive centre-based training every Friday during your training year.
- Four Intensive Training and Practice (ITAP) weeks are spread out throughout the year, allowing you to focus on some key, granular aspects of teaching.
- Before each placement you will attend a two-week centre-based intensive training block.
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How much does it cost and how will I finance my training?
- The cost of the training is £9250 including the PGCE, or £7500 if you choose to do QTS alone.
- You will normally be able to apply to student finance for a loan to cover these fees.
- You may also be eligible for an additional loan to support your living expenses.
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Anything else I need to know?
- Trainees must be prepared to travel up to 25 miles to attend their placement schools. Where we can we will take location of home address into account when assigning placements.
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How do I apply?
All applications are done through the DfE’s ‘Apply‘ website.
Primary SCITT
We offer a primary phase SCITT programme in both a full- and part-time option.