Collingwood Primary School

Family feedback: *All staff go out of their way to make sure my child is safe and happy. Excellent care. *I feel the school goes above and beyond to support my child. Thank you. *This school is very caring to the children, and always has a lovely atmosphere. Thank you! *Both of my children are very happy at this school and I am very happy with their progress. The school has good/effective communication with parents. *My child’s older siblings went to this school when they were younger and also loved it. The teachers are fantastic. *Always been a lovely school. All of family members, including myself, went here. *Have always been happy with Collingwood staff and their teaching with all of my children. *Brilliant school – I even returned my child back here after leaving. *The teaching staff are very accommodating and cheerful. Our kids are happy and they always look forward to going to school. *

NT SCITT

North Tyneside SCITT offers primary school centred initial teacher training specialising in the (3-7 years) or (5-11 years) age phases. This post-graduate training route will equip you with the knowledge, skills and understanding to become a highly effective primary school teacher.

Graduates are awarded a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Primary, validated by Northumbria University, and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

A school-centred programme is the best way to train if you’re looking for lots of practical experience and want to benefit from the expertise of teachers and mentors on the ground. This highly successful programme combines high quality extensive classroom experience with expert guidance and is officially rated as outstanding by Ofsted (2015/16).

For the duration of the programme, you’ll have a base at the Langdale Centre in Wallsend - North Tyneside Council’s professional development centre - where you’ll be mixing with, and learning from, experienced and respected early years and primary professionals.

You are also guaranteed placements in our partnership schools in North Tyneside, where you’ll get practical, hands-on classroom experience and train alongside some really inspiring teachers.

You’ll be part of a small cohort which means we can give you personalised support tailored to your needs, and really nurture your development.

If you’re interested in applying or want to find out further information, please visit the North Tyneside SCITT’s website https://ntscitt.org.uk/