Becoming a Trainee Teacher at Calthorpe Park School
We have a long and successful history of training and developing future teachers and are proud to offer a number of training places each year.
Training with us is an exceptional opportunity that combines a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on professional development. Our dedicated staff foster a collaborative culture, where experienced mentors provide guidance and feedback, ensuring that you as a new teacher feel empowered and confident in your role.
With a strong focus on academic excellence, our trainees gain valuable experience in implementing effective teaching strategies that drive student engagement and attainment. We are committed to innovative teaching practices and continuous improvement, offering access to workshops and resources that inspire creativity in the classroom.
Overall, training here not only equips you as an aspiring teacher with the skills you need but also immerses you in a vibrant community that celebrates growth and passion for teaching.
Training starts in September 2026.
We are proud to work with a number of different teacher training providers and further details can be found below.
Sign up for one of our information events (upcoming dates will be published below) or come and visit us, as we are pleased to offer school experience days.
Contact: Emma Maplethorpe (ITT Administrator) with any queries or if you would like to arrange a visit to our school at E.Maplethorpe@cps.hants.sch.uk / 01252 613483.
Routes
Route 1: Institute of Education Partnership [University of Reading]
Apply here, and you are assured of a placement with us!
The Calthorpe Park School North East Hampshire & Surrey Borders consortium (University of Reading ITE Hub) is an exciting place to work and learn.
The consortium comprises eleven very varied schools which present dynamic and exciting training possibilities for those wishing to pursue a career in teaching. We have six secondary schools in the consortium, two with a sixth form. We also have three junior schools, two primary schools and one special needs primary school which provides a unique opportunity for trainees to experience a very different educational setting.
This training programme is a one-year school based full time route into teaching leading to the award of Qualified Teacher Status, with the option to gain a PGCE qualification and credits towards a Master degree. You are supported by the University of Reading.
Calthorpe Park School is the lead school in this consortium and our partner schools are:
Secondary
- Collingwood College, Camberley
- Frogmore Community College, Yateley
- Yateley School, Yateley
- Cove School, Farnborough
- Alderwood School, Aldershot
Primary
- All Saints Church of England Junior School, Fleet
- Long Sutton Church of England Primary School, Hook
- St. Peter’s Church of England Junior School, Farnborough
- Dogmersfield Church of England Primary School
- Henry Tyndale School, Farnborough
- Church Crookham Junior School, Church Crookham
Calthorpe Park School and partners work collaboratively with the University of Reading to ensure that its trainees receive the best of what School-based and University-based training has to offer.
The Institute of Education at the University of Reading is an established provider of exceptional training in education, supporting over 400 future teachers each year into the profession. Their vision for excellence, ‘Transforming lives through education’, runs through all their provision and their expertly crafted curriculum ensures that trainees are truly prepared for the day-to-day life of a teacher.
Trainees experience a balance of placements, taught sessions and individual support. With high-quality partnerships with schools throughout Berkshire and the surrounding area, and a nurturing and compassionate ethos, trainees make an excellent choice in training with the university and its partners.
See this video about becoming a teacher and visit Institute of Education Partnership website To apply – click on the link below and enter Calthorpe Park North East Hamshire & Surrey Borders Find teacher training courses – GOV.UK
Route 2: Alternative Teacher Training routes
i2i Teaching Partnership
We are proud to partner with the i2i Teaching Partnership, an Ofsted Outstanding established provider of secondary and primary teacher training. Find out more about the i2i Train to Teach programmes here.
Change Lives: Train to Teach
Our school is proud to be part of the i2i Teaching Partnership SCITT, an Ofsted Outstanding established provider of secondary and primary teacher training.
To find out more please visit the i2i website or email info@i2ipartnership.co.uk including your location and our team will be happy to help.
University Centre Farnborough
Offering PGCE courses in Primary and Secondary Education with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
SCITT South Farnham
Useful Links & Resources
Complete your application on DfE Apply – Apply for teacher training – GOV.UK
“Trainee‘I really enjoyed doing my training at Calthorpe, I was offered so much support and guidance and it was great feeling part of the school community. The Professional Studies programme arranged by the school offered useful and interesting insights which really helped me develop my professionalism as well as increasing my awareness of different aspects of education. My mentor was great, and the school helped me every step of the way.’
