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Train to teach with Futures Teaching Alliance
Futures Teaching Alliance is a partnership of schools across the Midlands dedicated to developing the next generation of inspiring teachers.
Train to teach with expert support, high‑quality placements and a pathway built around your experience.
Through school-based training and expert mentoring, we prepare passionate individuals to thrive from day one.
We believe that with the right support, experience and guidance every trainee can become an exceptional Early Career Teacher and future school leader.
We train teachers to help build brighter futures.
Attend a 'Get into Teaching' Experience Event
Explore Routes into Teaching with FTA
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Check your eligibility requirements
We believe that with the right support, experience and guidance every trainee can become an exceptional Early Career Teacher and future school leader.
We train teachers to help build brighter futures.
Attend a 'Get into Teaching' Experience Event
Explore Routes into Teaching with FTA
Apply directly
Check your eligibility requirements
Choose Your Teacher Training Pathway
Looking for teacher training in Coventry, Warwickshire or Leicestershire? Futures Teaching Alliance offers school-based routes for Early Years, Primary and Secondary teaching. Gain real classroom experience, expert mentoring and clear pathways to qualify as a teacher. Explore our training options and start your journey towards a rewarding career in education today.
Why Train With Us?
Futures Teaching Alliance works with the highest-quality training providers in the region and partners with a wide network of schools—over 50 in total—to give trainees exceptional support and diverse classroom experience. Our strong relationships and collaborative approach ensure you receive expert mentoring and join a community dedicated to developing outstanding teachers.
Real Experience
Real Experience
You’ll be in real classrooms from day one, learning by doing and building confidence as you teach.
Expert Mentoring
Expert Mentoring
We’ll support you every step of the way with guidance from skilled, practising teachers.
Train in Your Area
Train in Your Area
We provide local teacher training opportunities in Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire, helping you make a real difference in your community.
Get Qualified
Get Qualified
We help you gain QTS and PGCE so you can open doors to a lasting career in teaching.
Career Pathways
Career Pathways
Wherever your career takes you as a teacher and leader in schools, we’ll help you build the skills, confidence and network you need to succeed.
Simge
Trainee English Teacher, FTA SCITT
"Futures Teaching Alliance is an environment where you feel both challenged and supported—a combination that truly prepares you for the realities of teaching."
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Our Experience Days and Information Sessions are designed to give you a real taste of what it’s like to work in a school and train as a teacher. Whether you join us in person or online, you’ll have the chance to:
- Observe lessons and explore the classroom environment
- Meet trainees, early career teachers, and experienced staff
- Ask questions about training routes, funding, and next steps
- Build confidence before applying for an Initial Teacher Training programme
All sessions are free of charge, but booking is essential. Take the first step towards becoming a teacher today!
