Why Train With Us?
Our Initial Teacher Training Programme offers high quality training, equipping trainees with the experience, support, opportunities and resources they need to thrive in their chosen future teaching career. Once they have secured a place on our school-based training programme, they will work with outstanding practitioners who are committed to raising standards for all.
Below are some of the reasons why we stand out:
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Our Alliance is well established. We have had hundreds of trainees go through our programme in the last 10 years, meaning we have a proven track record of developing skilled teaching professionals and delivering consistent, high-quality training.
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We commit our full resources and attention to all of our trainees each year. This enables us to nurture ambition while providing personalised care and support that adapts to each individual's changing needs.
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From the beginning, our thorough induction programme helps our trainees become part of our school family. This allows them to quickly connect with other trainees and feel supported from day one.
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Trainees find out where their first placement is before commencing the course. This helps to ease any initial nerves and allows them to focus on settling into the course.
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Schools within our partnership have been carefully selected to ensure that we can offer a wide range of opportunities, activities and subjects. This means a broad exposure which allows school-based experiences to be personalised.
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We have a close working relationship with the University of Cumbria. We work collaboratively with staff from the university, who provide specialist input, to make sure that experiences in school, and when completing assignments, are positive ones.
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As a leading school in the Northwest, we offer added benefits. This includes access to comprehensive and free CPD, access to professional networks, and specialist training from experienced staff.
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We offer incalculable support with preparing for interviews and our trainees have a fantastic track record of securing employment. This is often within our own school or our partnership schools, at the end of their placement.
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Our trainees benefit from tailored, structured development opportunities. These are designed to ensure they reach their full potential.
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Our testimonials show we are able to train happy and confident teachers. This means they are confident, prepared and excited - ready for the next step of their teaching career.
If you would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to contact us for further information.