School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT, Primary Education and Secondary Education) Canterbury Christ Church University

Overview

This course is open to those preparing to teach in either primary or secondary education, making it a flexible pathway into the profession, and many alumni have now progressed into senior leadership positions, headship, and beyond.

What you’ll learn

• Develop effective classroom practice through immersive school-based training.
• Enhance your understanding of inclusive teaching across primary and secondary phases.
• Apply research-informed strategies that will positively impact children's learning.
• Explore the connections between policy, theory, and everyday practice.
• Become a confident communicator who can work collaboratively and professionally with both your students and fellow staff members.

You’ll spend the majority of your time immersed in school life, developing classroom practice under the guidance of expert mentors, whilst also benefiting from academic support, taught sessions, and tutorials at the training centre in Bromley. The primary and secondary schools where you'll hone your practice are drawn from a network within the London Borough of Bromley and Royal Borough of Greenwich.

Successful completion leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with the option to gain a PGCE by undertaking additional academic assignments and gaining Master’s level credits.

With strong employability outcomes and personalised support, you’ll be fully prepared for your first role as an Early Career Teacher (ECT) and future progression in the profession.