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School-based placements are an integral part of your teacher training journey. They provide you with an opportunity to connect the theory you have studied at university to real classrooms, as well as help you develop the practical skills needed in your professional role.

What I learnt on my PGCE

Natalie is an MFL graduate training to be a primary school teacher in Norfolk. In this blog, she shares her experiences as a PGCE student and advice to anyone considering embarking on a teacher training course.

Tips for starting a PGCE course

So, it’s been 6 weeks now since I started my PGCE. And what a whirlwind it’s been!

Why it matters and how to make it work

Learning doesn’t have to stay inside four walls. Some of the most powerful, memorable teaching moments happen outdoors — and as a trainee teacher, now’s the time to explore how to make that happen.

Cultivating a research-based approach to developing your practice provides evidence to effect change in your teaching, your classroom, your school, and beyond. Rebecca Austin, author of Researching Primary Education and Senior Lecturer at the School of Teacher Education and Development at Canterbury Christchurch University, highlights the benefits of research to your practice:

Unfortunately there isn’t one simple solution to reducing stress in your life. Controlling stress is a ‘work in progress’ for which you need to take regular action. 

Expert tips for new and trainee teachers

Whether it's debating the varying perspectives on "childhood" or developing one's critical thinking skills, being an early years student can sometimes be overwhelming. We spoke to Caitlin, an undergraduate at the University of Worcester, to learn more about the challenges and highlights of studying early childhood.