School Direct Primary or Special PGCE Programme
with FWTSA
Our Primary School Direct Programme 2017/18 is now closed.
Details of our Programme for 2018/19 will be published here soon.
Details of our Programme for 2018/19 will be published here soon.
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Why train with us?
~ A well-established School Direct programme ~ 100% pass rate ~ PGCE with 60 Masters credits ~ FWTSA is recognised as providing excellent professional development and support to all 46 affiliated schools ~ Superb and detailed training within schools, at the Teaching Schools Alliance and at University Schools have vast experience of training teachers and of collaboration ~ A further 2 year programme for appointed teachers ~ We have chosen to work with University of Derby; an outstanding provider of teacher training ~ All trainees have experience in a special school 
What will your training look like?
PGCE Programme - Year 1: ~ 24 weeks school based training ~ 1 day per fortnight based at university ~ 1 day per fortnight based at the Alliance Training Centre for further training from skilled practitioners and networking with other trainees ~ 1 main placement in primary or special school ~ 1 further placement in primary or special school ~ 1 week special school experience ~ 2 weeks tailor made to your individual needs 
NQT Programme - Year 2: For NQTs employed at Alliance schools
~ A well-established NQT programme, 5 sessions throughout the year. ~ Opportunities for specialist SEN, Leadership and other training within FWTSA. ~ Continued networking and support. RQT Programme - Year 3: For teachers in their second year or returners employed at Alliance Schools ~ A well-established RQT programme, ~ 4 sessions throughout the year. ~ Opportunities for specialist SEN, Leadership and other training within FWTSA. ~ Continued networking and support. 
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What are the entry requirements?
~ Minimum 2nd class degree ~ GCSE grade C or above in English, mathematics and science at the time of application ~ Potential to teach letter from a headteacher of a primary or special school ~ Minimum of 2 weeks primary or special school based experience – preferably more How do you apply? Visit the UCAS site for details and video guidance http://www.ucas.com/how-it-all-works/teacher-training Email us: sdprimaryandspecial@forestway.leics.sch.uk 
Which schools are involved?
A selection from the 45 schools (40 primary, and 5 special schools) Most primaries are based in North West Leicestershire Is this for you? Teaching is an exciting, rewarding & challenging career. No two days are the same! You need to have resilience, patience, humour, dedication and professionalism – and that’s only the start! Cost: £9000 - bursaries are available, visit the link below for more information www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching/funding/postgraduate-funding 
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