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Primary School Teacher Training

Your pathway to becoming an inspiring Primary school teacher.

Train to be a Primary school teacher

If you’re ready to train to be a Primary school teacher, our expert-led programme provides the knowledge, confidence and real-world experience you need to thrive in the classroom. Futures Teaching Alliance offers exceptional Primary teacher training designed to prepare you to teach across the full Primary curriculum and become a highly skilled teacher.

Primary education covers:

Key Stage 1 (ages 5–7 / years 1–2)

Pupils begin building foundational skills in reading, writing, number fluency and scientific thinking. You’ll learn how to create nurturing, structured learning environments that support early development.

Key Stage 2 (ages 7–11 / years 3–6)

Children deepen their understanding across the curriculum while developing independence, problem-solving skills and collaboration. You’ll develop strategies to challenge, motivate and extend learning for all pupils

 

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What you will teach during Primary teacher training?

Our primary teacher training course ensures you gain the breadth and depth of knowledge needed to deliver the national curriculum effectively.

Core subjects: English, maths and Science.

Foundation subjects: Art and Design, Computing, Design and Technology, MFL, Geography, History, Music and Physical Education.

In addition, primary schools must teach Religious Education and Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE).  Many trainees choose to focus on a particular area of interest.

Our Primary teacher training offers the opportunity to develop a specialism, with incentives available in subjects such as mathematics. This can strengthen your career prospects and deepen your expertise in the subject you are most passionate about.

Why choose our SCITT (School-Centred Initial Teacher Training) Primary route?

Our school-centred initial teacher training route provides an exceptional opportunity to learn directly inside classrooms from experienced, supportive primary practitioners.

Benefits of SCITT for Primary teaching

  • Daily experience working alongside expert teachers

  • Immediate application of theory into practice

  • A strong sense of belonging in a supportive school community

  • Tailored professional guidance throughout your training year

  • High employment rates for qualified primary teachers

On completing your Primary teacher training programme, you'll gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the confidence to lead engaging learning in any Primary classroom.

How to apply for Primary teacher training

Attend a 'Get into Teaching' Experience Event

Experience life in a primary classroom and discover whether teaching is right for you.

Contact us for expert guidance

Our team can support you through the application process and help you choose the right training pathway.

Check your eligibility

Make sure you meet the academic and safeguarding requirements for Primary ITT.

Discover funding and financial support

Learn more about bursaries, tuition fee loans and other financial help available to support your Primary teacher training course.

Ready to train to be a Primary teacher?

Join a supportive community dedicated to developing confident, skilled and passionate Primary educators. Your journey starts here.