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From trainee to leader:
we support educators at every stage.
Become the teacher you want to be
Our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programmes combine evidence-informed practice, expert mentoring and hands-on classroom experience. Discover how we support trainee teachers to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for a successful career in teaching.
Build confidence and expertise in your first years of teaching
Our Early Career Teacher (ECT) programme provides structured support, high-quality professional development and dedicated mentoring to help new teachers thrive, refine their practice and make a lasting impact on pupils’ learning.
Take the next step in your leadership journey.
Our NPQs provide evidence-informed professional development for teachers and leaders at every stage, helping you strengthen your practice and lead improvement with confidence.
Develop the knowledge and skills to lead schools and trusts.
Our leadership and headship programmes support current and aspiring senior leaders to create positive, sustainable change across schools, trusts and the wider education system.
Generating evidence that improves education.
We work with schools, trusts and partners to deliver high-quality research that informs policy, strengthens practice and helps improve outcomes for teachers and pupils.
Established by government, led by schools and driven by research.
The National Institute of Teaching is a higher education institute established by schools to boost the quality of teaching and school leadership in England. Our research and professional development supports teachers and leaders at every stage of their careers, so that all children, particularly those growing up facing the greatest challenge, benefit.
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Our research: driving high-impact teacher education
At the National Institute of Teaching, our mission is to improve the quality of teacher and leader development at a system level. We do this by generating and interpreting research, applying the insights to the design and delivery of our teacher development programmes, and sharing it all with the sector.
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Take your next step with the National Institute
At NIoT, we support teachers and leaders at every stage of their career. Whether you’re starting your journey, advancing your leadership, or exploring partnership opportunities, we are here to help you with the next step.
