Where to train

Deciding where to do your teacher training can seem like a difficult task because there are so many training providers to choose from. You may wish to remain close to home or decide to live in a different part of the country: your choice may depend upon training providers' facilities. In England you can take a course based in a university or college or in a consortium of schools. Whatever your criteria, it is important that you research training providers and their locations before applying.

How can I find out more?

To find out more about individual training providers, use our List of providers or our Provider map. Both provide links to the training providers' websites, where you can learn about the services offered, as well as course information, so that you can make a fully informed decision.

Most training providers will have course Entry Profiles on Course Search, websites and a prospectus that provide information about their teacher training courses. You can also attend open days to discover the good and bad points about a place.

Which is the best training provider?

There is no one training provider which is perfect for everyone: different places suit different people, so it depends upon your preferences. The Training and Development Agency for Schools' website provides training providers' performance profiles that you may find useful.