Train to Teach through Gateshead Primary SCITT
The schools involved with this Initial Teacher Training Course have a strong commitment to delivering high quality teacher training. The lead school, Lobley Hill Primary has extensive experience in Initial Teacher Training and has designated Training School Status from the Department for Education and Skills.
In partnership with other Gateshead schools, Northumbria University and Gateshead Council, the Gateshead 3-7 SCITT provides excellent facilities and resources. Gateshead is one of the best performing Local Education Authorities and Northumbria University has a reputation for quality teacher education.
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Email: info@train2teach.net
Outdoor Environment
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Enhancement Opportunities
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Newham
The placement to Newham is implemented over a four day programme and is fully funded for all SCITT Trainees who gain a place on the course.
This is a great opportunity.
The main purpose of the placement experience in Newham is to critically examine how the concept of 'Educational Inclusion' is operationalised in schools in the borough. In particular, you need to focus on what it means to provide opportunities for individuals to fulfil their potential no matter what their racial, ethnic, faith, linguistic, gender, class, income, attainment or disability status might be.
The visit to Newham primary schools is designed to enable a comparison and contrast of life and education in a part of multicultural Britain with a thriving multi-ethnic population with your own knowledge of communities and schools in the relatively mono-cultural North-East of England.
The Newham education service has made remarkable progress and is frequently praised and cited as an example of good practice by government ministers and others.
Newham has a substantial track record in developing inclusive education.
Cultural Diversity
Newham's population is culturally and ethnically diverse. As well as the traditional Anglo Saxon population there is a large Asian community, a strong Afro-Caribbean representation and an increasing presence from Middle and Eastern European countries.
It is unlikely that you will have experienced such diversity, certainly not in the North of England. This is one of the main purposes of the visit, as it will enable you, very quickly, to gain experience of living and working in such a cosmopolitan setting.
Denmark
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Prospectus
Prospectus for 2010 entry.
What Ofsted Say About Us ...
In a report published in March 2009, Ofsted identified the key strengths of the course as:
- the highly personalised training programme and placements in high quality schools enabling trainees to make excellent progress.
- the innovative and creative training, delivered by highly skilled practitioners, producing highly reflective trainees with a very good understanding of how children in the 3 - 7 age range learn.
- the focus on the promotion of equality of opportunity and the valuing of diversity.
- the high levels of consistency across the partnership and excellent quality assurance procedures ensuring equality of experience for all trainees and enabling them to reach their potential.
- the excellent leadership and management of the course and sophisticated quality assurance systems.
Training Fees
From September 2006 all providers of Initial Teacher Training are entitled to determine the level of tuition fees charged. Our tuition fees are in line with other local providers. Full details will be provided on our selection days. Application for Tuition Fees is made through Student Finance England.
Training Grants
Trainees, from September 2008, are entitled to £4000 payable in nine monthly instalments of £444.44.
Recruitment for 2010
The round of applications for the course starting in September 2010 will be open from September 2009. Last year, the demand for this course exceeded expectations, therefore early application for September 2010 is therefore recommended. All applications must go through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR).
Graduates wanting to become teachers should apply for the course which will commence in September 2010. Qualified Teacher Status and a Professional Graduate Certificate in Education will be achieved through this course which is delivered by Gateshead schools. The SCITT offers a flexible route into teaching based on individual training needs and builds on the vast expertise that exists with the consortium schools.
The face to face teaching on this course will be provided by a team of specialists in the field of initial teacher training.
Entry Requirements
Degree Requirements
Degree from a United Kingdom Higher Education Institution or equivalent qualification
GCSE Requirements
English, Maths and Science to Grade A - C or equivalent.
GCSE Equivalent
All candidates MUST HAVE completed the Maths, English & Science GCSE prior to application to the SCITT course.
Applicants will also need to demonstrate passion for learning and developing others, commitment to working with children and commitment to self-development.
Applications should be made through the Graduate Training Registry.
Course Structure
The flexibility of training
There are a number of special features of the programme related to the flexible nature of the training. Compulsory and flexible modules are identified and the course uses a variety of models of training and modes of learning to ensure that the training is flexible. This flexible course is distinctive in the following ways:
- Enabling trainees to complete the PGCE and be recommended for QTS over either 3 or 6 terms depending on their circumstances;
- Recognising that trainees may have significant prior experience and achievement which relates to the standards for QTS and which may enable them to gain exemption from particular aspects of the training;
- An individual's training programme will be developed in recognition of his/her prior experiences and achievements. The process of audit of prior experiences and achievement will be carried out and will be continued on an ongoing basis in a review and action planning process responding to individual progress and achievement.
However, it is also important to note that there are limits to the flexibility of the programme as trainees:
- Will only be offered a 3 term or 6 term training programme;
- Must carry out 5 compulsory modules;
- Must complete all assessed placements in Gateshead 3-7 SCITT schools;
- Must complete all School Based Tasks in Gateshead 3-7 SCITT schools.
Learning Opportunities
A wide range of opportunities for learning have been built into the design of the programme including the following:
- School Based Tasks linked to each curriculum and professional studies module to help the trainee make connections between theoretical understanding and applications in the classroom in relation to all aspects of teaching and learning;
- Experience of Early Years practice and the opportunity to consider in depth a range of Early Years issues, for example, international perspectives on Early Childhood Education, the roles and responsibilities of the range of agencies involved in the care of young children and the learning and development of very young children;
- Opportunities for trainees to observe and work alongside good teachers in their chosen age range.
Working with teachers
The programme includes a range of opportunities for trainees to work alongside teachers with expertise in the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1.
This is achieved through:
- The wide range of quality schools and other settings participating in the partnership;
- The linking of 4/5 trainees to a host school;
- The timing of opportunities for observation and teaching to ensure that quality practice can be observed and shared;
- The taught elements of the programme will be delivered through face to face training, observing Practitioners and participating in training offered in schools and self supported study.
Apply Online with GTTR
The Graduate Teacher Training Registry is an admissions service operated by the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) which acts on behalf of Initial Teacher Training (ITT) providers in England and Wales, and all Scottish Teaching Education Institutions (TEIs), to process applications for entry to their pre-service Postgraduate or Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) courses.
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Study Resources
Trainees have the use of the Gateshead 3-7 SCITT study resources, including full access to Northumbria University's library and resource facilities, ICT facilities including Internet access, and study facilities at the SCITT.
More Information about Northumbria University's Learning Resources
Teacher Training Resource Bank
The TTRB provides access to the research & evidence base informing teacher education. All materials are quality assured through a rigorous process of academic scrutiny and monitoring undertaken by a team of expert teacher educators.
SCITT Schools Information
Gateshead 3-7 SCITT consists of a consortium of Gateshead schools and Newcastle Nursery Schools that are committed to high quality Initial teacher Training. These schools include a Training School. The schools are able to provide experienced teachers who are trained in supporting trainee teachers.
The Lead School: Lobley Hill Primary School
Lobley Hill Primary School is the Lead School for the Gateshead 3-7 SCITT. Over recent years a close relationship between Lobley Hill Primary School, Newcastle University and Northumbria University has developed.
As a result of Lobley Hill's involvement in initial teacher training the school gained Training School status. The partnership extends in relation to both teacher training and Continuing Professional Development with Gateshead LA and the universities. Gateshead 3-7 SCITT is in a unique position to draw upon existing expertise and skills to provide quality teacher training.
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Equal Opportunities
Gateshead 3-7 SCITT recognises that it has a moral and legal responsibility to promote equal opportunities and that it is essential to pursue equality of opportunity as an essential dimension of productive and professional activity.
We are, therefore, committed to providing equal opportunities in training and are concerned that we do not unfairly discriminate against any applicant or trainee for any reason.
Gateshead 3-7 SCITT welcomes applications from all sections of the community and considers applicants for training on the basis of qualifications, skills, abilities and experience.
Gateshead 3-7 SCITT welcomes applications from under-represented groups, in particular, people with disabilities and minority ethnic groups and male applicants.
Selection decisions for training places are based solely on people's merit and ability to become successful teachers.
