School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT)

​Welcome to Exeter Consortium's
​School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programmes.

Next Train to Teach Information Event
​​​​​Wednesday 6th November 2024 | 5.30pm - 6.30pm | Online via Zoom 
We work in partnership with over 100 schools across the South West to deliver an exceptional opportunity to learn to teach with outstanding providers. Our partner training organisations are the Ted Wragg Teacher Training Partnership and the University of Exeter, both highly regarded by Ofsted. Each year we warmly welcome around 40 trainee teachers who are selected for their teaching potential regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, faith, sexuality or nationality.​
We are dedicated to preparing teachers of the highest quality who:​
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* put pupil progress at the heart of everything they do
* continuously develop themselves using the principles of deliberate practice
* root their classroom practice in up-to-date and relevant research.

For additional information about our offerings, information events, courses, and how to apply, please click on the links below. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities.

Course Overviews

Primary (3-7)

Primary (3-7) QTS with PGCE 


'Apply' programme code - 2TXN 

This is a school-based PGCE course designed for those wishing to specialise in the Early Years which spans pre-school, reception and Key Stage 1. Trainees are immersed in the Early Years with a placement in EYFS and another in KS1. Trainees have specific off-site training that is focused on the Foundation Stage, however to complement this, there is an enhanced programme of study where the trainees train alongside the 5-11 cohort covering the general professional studies programme (GPS) and the curriculum across Key Stages one and two. Those training on the Primary (3-7) course qualify to teach across the primary age range (5-11).
We recently interviewed several Early Years trainees from a range of providers for an Early Years post. The quality of the trainees from Exeter Consortium, in terms of depth of knowledge, practical experiences and their ability to articulate their learning was outstanding. The candidates were able to apply their learning from the course exceptionally well in the interviews. We had no hesitation in shortening the field to the Exeter Consortium candidates and then had great difficulty in deciding which of these trainees to appoint. All in all, it was clear that the course is significantly strong in preparing Early Years teachers for entry into the profession. EXECUTIVE HEADTEACHER FROM A PARTNER SCHOOL
primary (5-11)

Primary (5-11) QTS with PGCE 

'Apply' programme code - 2BKV

This is a school-based PGCE course designed for those wishing to teach across the Primary age range. Trainees are immersed in either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 in their main placement and a second placement in the contrasting Key Stage. They have specific off-site training that is focused on pedagogy and the National Curriculum. However, to complement this there is an enhanced programme of study where the trainees learn alongside the 3-7 cohort, covering the general professional studies programme (GPS) and elements of the Foundation Stage curriculum, supporting them to understand the importance of successful transition from EYFS to KS1 and beyond.
primary (SEND)

​Primary (SEND) QTS with PGCE

​'Apply' programme code - J365

Our Primary (SEND) programme (J365) provides a comprehensive primary training route with an additional placement in a SEND setting for candidates who see their careers being within specialist provision. You will be well prepared to teach across the full primary range as well as building your expertise in working with children with additional needs. The training is entirely practitioner-led, designed and run together with excellent schools and teachers from within our wide partnership. Our partnership proudly sees this route as a recruitment pipeline of excellent teachers for our schools. You will spend more time in school compared to conventional PGCE programmes.​
primary (Part-TIME)

​​Primary (Part-time) QTS with PGCE

​'Apply' programme code - B416

Our Primary part-time programme (B416) provides a flexible route into teaching which allows people to train over a longer period. You will be well prepared to teach across the full primary range. The training is entirely practitioner-led, designed and run together with excellent schools and teachers. Our partnership proudly sees this route as a recruitment pipeline of excellent teachers for our schools. You will spend more time in school compared to conventional PGCE programmes.​
We are happy to chat to anyone considering a career in teaching at anytime.

Please call on (01392) 927171 (Option 2) or email [email protected]

Our testimonials speak for themselves:

​Joining the PGCE cohort with Exeter Consortium has been such a positive experience. The training has been exceptional, with progressive lectures from local head teachers, SENDCOs and various education specialists. Combining the pedagogy with the 'in-school' training has been invaluable in providing real life, practical experience and this prepares us fully for future employment. The team at Exeter Consortium are so supportive; nothing is ever too much trouble and they have created such a warm and welcoming learning community. I would highly recommend! 
​Amy, Primary School Direct (5-11) Trainee 2021-22
From the get go, I was certain that Exeter Consortium was the provider to work with. From the initial interview process to now, they have been nothing short of incredible. We, as students, are constantly well supported and have our achievements celebrated regardless of how small they may seem to us. I was matched perfectly with my mentor, and feel that this course has pushed me to be the best version of myself. I would absolutely urge people to apply to this course, I don’t think I’d be where I am now if it wasn’t for the Exeter Consortium team!
​Lucy, Primary School Direct (5-11) Trainee
Our Commitment:
​At Exeter Consortium Schools' Alliance, we are dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment for all. We take the responsibility of caring for our trainee teachers, partner schools/settings, and their students very seriously by implementing robust and effective safeguarding processes. Our safeguarding procedures undergo inspections by Ofsted to ensure that they comply with the latest statutory requirements.

We believe in the power of diversity and are committed to embracing and valuing a variety of thoughts, ideas, and ways of working. We strive to recruit individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities to enrich the quality of our teacher workforce. Our teacher training programmes are rooted in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), which is at the core of all our commitments. By promoting EDI, we help our trainees grow and learn, reach their full potential, make informed decisions, enhance engagement and innovation, and enable us to better serve our diverse community.