Why choose GLF Teacher Training?

Why choose GLF Teacher Training?

• GLF Teacher Training has a structured learning programme with a weekly curriculum that enables you to apply the theory in the classroom- learn on the job in a school-centred initial teacher training programme (SCITT).
• GLF Teacher Training offers a supportive learning environment, with a school- based mentor who offers day-to-day practical advice and support in school and a SCITT tutor who is always on hand for course advice.
• As a large Trust, we have 43 Trust schools, but also over 60 schools that work with us, offering a wide range of training placements in different locations and contexts to meet your needs.
• GLF Teacher Training prides itself on its employment and retention rates, with support to help trainees find their first teaching post.
• GLF is a Teaching School Hub, one of only 87 Department for Education accredited centres for professional development in the country. We have the expertise to support you as you start your journey into teaching.

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  Don’t just take our word for it!

  Hear from some of our 25/26 Trainee Teachers to find out why they chose GLF Teacher Training over other providers:

• “There are a variety of schools available to train in.”
• “For all the support they offer in the course.”
• “They are kind and generous.”
• “I wanted to a) learn primarily in the classroom and b) learn from practising teachers- GLF offered this.”
• “Felt they cared more about everyone than other courses.”
• “It was the easiest way to apply for it, and they offered lots of support along the way.
• “Because a friend of mine did her PGCE last year and she enjoyed it.”
• “Being in class most of the time rather than more theory based, I wanted to learn on the job.”
• “Closest training provider to me, and the number of schools affiliated to GLF is very good, and their reputation is very good.”
• “I was very interested in learning how GLFTT works alongside other schools, their vision for all children to grow, learn and flourish inspired me.”
• “I liked the in-class approach to training as I learn better in a practical setting, with ongoing formative feedback.”
• “When looking for SCITT programmes to apply for, when I interviewed with GLF, they were really supportive and took a real interest in me and wanted to support me in the best way. They looked at where I live and found the most suitable school for me, which was helpful.”
• “It was recommended to me by a friend, who praised the Training Leads and the support she got from them. Hearing the positive comments made me choose GLF.”
• “I preferred the SCITT way of training where I am at one school for most of the time and start from the first day, unlike a university-based training model.”
• “Very good reputation and highly recommended.”
• “Familiarity and the opportunity to go back to aa school I knew well.”
• “Since starting at a GLF school, everyone has been so supportive and helpful and I am excited to have my own class with a GLF school next year.”
• “I find GLFTT to be well structured, as I am able to train on the job for 4 days out of 5, which is very helpful to develop properly  in a time-efficient way.”