PGCE Lead Partner Route - Primary and Secondary

The Lead Partner Route is a distinct government-led initiative designed to place schools at the very heart of Initial Teacher Education (ITE), allowing them to take a leading role in recruiting and training the next generation of educators. Delivered in partnership with the University of Roehampton—ranked in the top 3 in London for Education research—this pathway offers two primary tracks: a Salaried Route ideal for career changers where schools pay a salary, and a Tuition Fee Route open to high-quality graduates who may be eligible for government bursaries. Both pathways lead to the award of a PGCE with 60 Master's credits upon successful completion. The programme is rigorously structured to blend practical experience with academic support; trainees benefit from a school-based mentor and periodic visits from a university tutor. For those requiring flexibility, a specific part-time Secondary option spreads learning over two years, integrating intensive training days (ITaP) and a mandatory 12-week placement in a contrasting school to ensure a breadth of professional experience. Whether full-time or part-time, the course prepares graduates not just for teaching, but for influential careers in management, policy advice, and curriculum development.