We have many Primary Schools with expert mentors who can guide you through your journey to QTS. They range geographically from just outside of Bath, through Keynsham, across Bristol and then sprinkled around the M5 all the way to Bridgewater. We also link to schools in surrounding trusts.
As much of the teaching standards are shared across the phases, the core training is delivered in a combined group. Additionally you will receive subject specific inputs; both online and in subject masterclasses held by our lead teachers in all the secondary subjects.
We place great store in the quality of our school placements which are both robust and pragmatic in the planned rate and pace of each individual’s learning journey. As well as classroom experiences we offer and expect the fullest and richest engagement in the life of our host schools.
“The SCITT course has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The weekly collaborative sessions gave us the chance to share ideas and learn from subject experts across the trust.
The intensive training and practice weeks helped me develop adaptive teaching strategies that immediately improved my classroom confidence. Visiting other schools and seeing best practice first-hand was inspiring and invaluable.
I now feel fully prepared to begin my teaching career, with strong subject knowledge and the confidence to thrive.”
– PGTA Trainee, Key Stage 2 (2025 cohort)
Our programme follows national teacher training guidance and is structured across the year, so you build confidence gradually. Each phase focuses on a different aspect of teaching, while key skills, subject knowledge, assessment and lesson planning run throughout the course.
Autumn Term 1: Creating a Climate for Learning
You will begin by learning how to establish a positive classroom environment. This includes building routines, supporting behaviour, and creating a space where pupils feel ready to learn.
You will also start observing experienced teachers and begin practising key teaching techniques with the support of your mentor.
Autumn Term 2: How Pupils Learn
In this phase, you will explore how learning works. You will look at ideas from cognitive science and how memory, explanation and practice help pupils understand and retain knowledge.
The focus is on helping your teaching promote real learning in the classroom.
Spring Terms: Developing Quality Pedagogy
As your confidence grows, the focus shifts to improving your classroom practice. You will learn how to:
You will take on more regular teaching, supported by feedback from your mentor and tutor.
Summer Terms: Assessment and Professional Behaviours
In the final phase, you will learn how to assess pupil progress and use assessment to improve learning. We will also prepare you for your first teaching role, including professional responsibilities and expectations as an Early Career Teacher.
Futura invests in a blend of established and innovative teaching pedagogies, offering you a strong foundation to develop your own teaching style.
Your training combines taught sessions with practical classroom experience. Throughout the year, you will:
This gradual approach allows you to develop your teaching skills with support and confidence.
Throughout the programme, your timetable is carefully managed and agreed as the course progresses, with decisions brokered by your mentor.
In addition to your course tutor, you will take part in workshops led by Futura staff, from our CEO to newly qualified teachers, giving you access to insight from across the organisation.
In Term 3, trainees complete an alternative placement, offering a contrasting but complementary school experience, with continued mentoring and support.
Applications
Our ITT Partner, The Bradford Birth to 19 SCITT:
01274 494898
Scitt@bradfordbirthto19.org
Course Details
teachertraining@futuralearning.co.uk
Jgallop@futuralearning.co.uk
