Initial Teacher Training (ITT) Courses

Train to teach in a local school with one of the country’s leading teacher training providers. Depending on your circumstances, you can choose between a fee-funded Teacher Training route or a salaried Teacher Apprenticeship.

Learn in the classroom from Day 1
Turn your degree into Qualified Teacher Status
School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) (Learn more)
Once qualified, start on a salary of £31k-£38k
Pay no fees and earn a salary while you learn (apprenticeship only)

FINAL DEADLINE: Apply by July 13 to start this September

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Why train to teach with Best Practice Network?

Best Practice Network offers two high-quality routes into teaching – both designed to get you classroom-ready from the start. You'll be based in a school from day one, gaining real experience while building the skills and confidence you need to thrive.

You won’t be doing it alone. You’ll be supported every step of the way with weekly mentoring from experienced in-school mentors, personal tutors and a wellbeing champion. Every trainee benefits from a structured programme of support, including weekly mentoring from experienced teachers, personalised feedback, and a dedicated placement coordinator to support you every step of the way. You’ll also get expert training in behaviour management to help you create a calm, focused classroom where great learning can happen.

Blending hands-on practice with evidence-informed training, our programmes don’t just lead to QTS, they prepare you for a successful, lasting career in teaching.

Which teacher training route is right for me?

We offer two routes to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS):

The Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship – ideal for those already working in schools
Fee-Funded Initial Teacher Training (ITT) – best for those not currently employed by a school

Whichever route you choose, you’ll receive expert support, school-based training and a nationally recognised qualification. Not sure which route is right for you? There is more guidance below:

Your situation	Recommended route	Find out more
✅ I do not work in a school (yet!)	Fee-Funded Initial Teacher Training (we’ll find you a school!)	Explore this route
✅ I work in a school	Teacher Apprenticeship	Explore this route

Primary Teacher Training Comparison Table

Use the table below to compare the key features of our Fee-Funded Initial Teacher Training and Teacher Apprenticeship programmes at a glance.

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	Fee-Funded ITT	Teacher Apprenticeship
🎓 Awards	Qualified Teacher Status only	Qualified Teacher Status + Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship (opportunity to achieve a distinction!)
💰 Funding	Student loan or self-funded	£0 – funded by Apprenticeship Levy
💼 Salary	Unsalaried Bursaries of up to £29k available to eligible candidates	Salaried (unqualified teacher scale)
🧭 Placement School	Organised by BPN	Must be employed by a school
📅 Start date	September 2025	September 2025
🗓️ Programme length	11 months Full-time 18 months Part-time	10 months + Assessment
🎯 Ideal for	Graduates not employed in a school	Graduates already working in a school
📚 Study style	4 days in school, 1 day training - Full-time 2 days in school, 1 day training - Part-time	4 days in school, 1 day training
📍 Qualification requirements	Degree + GCSEs (English, maths)	Degree + GCSEs (English, maths)
🏠 Residency requirements	3+ years UK residency or valid visa	3+ years UK residency or valid visa (We cannot sponsor visas)
Ready to take the next step? 👉	Explore Fee-Funded ITT	Explore Teacher Apprenticeship

Teacher training pathways

Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship

The Teacher Apprenticeship is a funded school-based training programme designed to help those currently working in schools take the next step and become qualified teachers.

Successful completion of this programme will award Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship Qualification, which will qualify you to teach in all schools in England.

For trainees → For schools →

Postgraduate Initial Teacher Training

Our Initial Teacher Training is perfect for graduates ready to launch their teaching careers, providing hands-on experience in placement schools alongside expert training.

Successful completion of this programme will award Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) which will qualify you to teach in all schools across England.

For trainees → For schools →

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