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National Professional Qualification

Register your interest for Spring 2025 Cohort 8

The Department for Education (DfE) has announced the funding arrangements for NPQ Spring 2025.  Scholarships funding is available for the following NPQs:

  • NPQ Leading Primary Maths
  • NPQ SENCO
  • NPQ Headship

These scholarship places are limited and allocated on a 'first come, first served' basis. It is strongly recommend early action to secure a place.

We are planning to offer the full suite of NPQs; however you will need to cover the cost of participation for the following other six NPQs:

  • NPQLT
  • NPQLBC
  • NPQLTD
  • NPQLL
  • NPQSL
  • NPQEYL

If you are interested in any of the NPQ programmes that we deliver, please below to register your interest.

click here to register your interest

We will be in contact with you when further information is available and when details have been confirmed by the DfE.  This should be in the first few weeks of February 2025.

COHORT 6 CONSOLIDATION CONFERENCE - NOVEMBER 2024

We had the pleasure of welcoming 120 participants to the NPQ Specialist Consolidation Conference for Cohort 6 at the end of November! It was an action-packed day filled with presentations on implementation projects across a full suite of specialist NPQs, including LT, LTD, LBC, LL, and LPM.

A special highlight was hosting the first-ever full cycle for Leading Primary Maths participants!  We’re sure there were tons of valuable insights and takeaways shared that will benefit everyone on so many levels.
The energy and engagement made the day even more special!

 

Testimonials

"It has been great to take the time to carefully consider research and underlying principles behind leadership, whilst having opportunity to apply these to my own setting, work and practice."

"The NPQLPM has had an enormous impact on my confidence in leading a core subject for the first time. The implementation project I have completed has been far more successful directly because of the learning and support provided through Steve and Ed during the NPQ sessions."

"A high quality course, delivered by experts in teaching and pedagogy. Extremely worthwhile, working alongside like minded peers."

"I highly recommend an NPQ to anyone who is keen to further their learning and understanding in education. This course has boosted my confidence immeasurably- and I am a better middle leader for it! (I wish I’d have done this course earlier!).  The quality of resources and delivery were impressive. Thank you!"

Evaluation ratings

Please rate how well the consolidation conference has prepared you for the summative assessment.                                                                                                     

Please rate the value of the implementation project in enabling you to apply your learning from the project.

Balcarras & Odyssey Teaching School Hubs are delighted to work in collaboration with UCL to provide National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) within the Gloucestershire region and surrounding areas.  These events will be held at either Balcarras School or Pate's Grammar School in Cheltenham.

NPQ Leading Primary Mathematics (NPQLPM)

For teachers who have, or aspire to have responsibility for leading maths in a primary setting.

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NPQ Early Years Leadership (NPQEYL)

Designed for early years leaders qualified to at least Level 3 with full and relevant qualifications working in a wide range of Early Years (EY) settings including Private, Voluntary or Independent (PVI) with leadership responsibilities.

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NPQ Leading Literacy (NPQLL)

This programme will develop participants’ expertise in leading literacy by developing a deep understanding of evidence-based practice in language reading and writing.

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NPQ for Senior Leaders  (NPQSL)

For school leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, a Senior Leader with cross school responsibilities.

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NPQ for Headteachers (NPQH)

For school leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, a Headteacher or Head of School with responsibility for leading a school. DfE is also introducing a targeted support package for teachers new to the role of Headship.

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NPQ for Leading Behaviour & Culture (NPQLBC)

For teachers who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading behaviour and/or  supporting pupil wellbeing in their school.

Click here for more information

NPQ for Leading Teaching Development (NPQLTD)

For teachers who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading the development of other teachers in their school.

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NPQ for Leading Teaching (& Curriculum) (NPQLT)

For teachers who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading teaching in a subject, year group, key stage or phase.

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  Take a look at our video below for further information and how to register

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What to do next ...

The process for applying for National Professional Qualifications (NPQ’s) has changed and all individual applicants must register with the DfE NPQ Registration Service prior to applying to their chosen NPQ Lead Provider.  In addition, applications must be submitted by the teacher applying for the NPQ , and Headteacher’s agreement must be secured before registering with the DfE NPQ Registration Service.

Step 1: Register with the DfE

Click here for the registration service, or visit the DfE NPQ Registration Service at:
https://register-national-professional-qualifications.education.gov.uk  

  • The following information is required to register:
  • Teacher Reference Number (TRN) Name as recorded by the Teacher Regulation Agency (TRA)
  • Choice of NPQ (programme applying for)
  • Lead Provider : UCL Institute to Education is the chosen NPQ provider of Balcarras & Odyssey Teaching School Hubs for Gloucestershire
  • Delivery Partner: your local Teaching School Hub (Balcarras or Odyssey, based on school location)

Once registration is complete, the DfE will confirm registration to applicants and forward applicant details to our chosen Lead Provider - UCL Institute to Education.

Step 2: Complete application with UCL Institute of Education

UCL Institute of Education will contact applicants with a link to their UCL application form.  On receipt of the completed application, headteachers will be contacted via email to confirm that the applicant has been accepted onto an NPQ programme as well as funding confirmation (if relevant)

Step 3: Programme Confirmation

NPQ delivery partners for Gloucestershire, Balcarras & Odyssey Teaching School Hubs will contact all participants about their chose NPQ dates and programme outline.

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