Initial Teacher Training (ITT)

Welcome to Exeter Consortium's Initial Teacher Training Programmes. 
We work in partnership with over 70 schools in and around Exeter to deliver an exceptional opportunity to learn to teach in local schools with outstanding providers. Our partner training organisations are South West Teacher Training and Bath Spa University, both highly regarded by Ofsted. ​

​We pride ourselves on training top quality teachers 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.

Click on the links below for more information about what we offer, taster events, our courses and how to apply.

Course Overviews

Primary (3-7)

Primary (3-7) School Direct PGCE course


'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. As such all those training on the Primary (3-7) course qualify to teach across the primary age range (5-11).
Training with Exeter Consortium has provided me with a rich and purposeful experience, which has led to myself being a confident and enthusiastic NQT. There is continuous support, which is available to all students and the whole team strive to provide the best possible journey towards teaching. TRAINEE 2018/19
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) School Direct PGCE course

'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 One or Key Stage Two in their main placement and have specific off-site training that is focused on Key Stage One & Key Stage Two. However, to complement this there is an enhanced programme of study where the trainees train 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.
​The PGCE School Direct course is an absolutely fantastic route which I would highly recommend to anyone looking to pursue a career in primary education.
Fantastic support given throughout the course from a range of experienced professionals.
Brilliant career links and networking across all of the Consortium schools.
High expectations leading to high achievements and employability at the end of the course.
We are happy to chat to anyone considering a career in teaching at anytime.

Please call on (01392) 927171 (Option 2) or email dawn@exeterconsortium.com

Our testimonials speak for themselves:

​The entire team at Exeter Consortium are absolutely incredible. They did everything possible to ensure that we were all prepared for our first placement and have not stopped supporting us since. The structure of the course is wonderful. It allows us to gain as much in school experience as possible whilst providing us with plenty of time to work on assignments and continue our social lives! I could not recommend training with Exeter Consortium enough.  Robyn, TRAINEE 2020/21
The support that is given to us as trainees is second to none. The training that we are provided with gives us a solid foundation to use within our classrooms. Louise and Dawn are always on hand and no queries are too little to go to them with. Exeter Consortium was my first choice from the start and should be everybody’s! Rachel, TRAINEE 2020-21
Thoroughly enjoying the primary school direct course, the support from Dawn and Louise is amazing. The training days are great and really help you put different things into practice in your placement school. I highly recommend. Amy, TRAINEE 2020-21
The development opportunities offered by Exeter Consortium right from the beginning of its teacher training course has provided me with an invaluable experience as I progress in my teaching journey. The diversity of training already given, including strategies for behaviour management, lesson planning and subject knowledge development,  has given me the confidence to enter the classroom with a range of techniques to support pupils as well as my own development. Additionally, the pastoral, technical and pedagogical support offered by the Consortium staff and mentor teachers within your school placement has been second-to-none and prevented any undue stress or confusion at a time when this may be highly likely! My experience with Exeter Consortium has been overwhelmingly positive and I would absolutely recommend this process to anyone desiring to enter the teaching profession. TRAINEE 2018/19
​Exeter Consortium and Teaching School Alliance are committed to robust and effective safeguarding processes. We take our duty of care to our trainee teachers, partner schools/settings and their pupils very seriously. As an Initial Teacher Training provider, our safeguarding procedures are subject to Ofsted inspection and we check, on a regular basis, that our policy and practices are in line with the latest statutory requirements.