Applications for September 2025 are open!
Welcome to North East SCITT
Train in a school near home!
With over 70 partner schools across the North East, we match trainees to schools close to home whenever possible.
Exciting teaching placements will begin on day one in September, with core training held every Thursday at training hubs in Peterlee or Northumberland - trainees can choose either location!
‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating for primary and secondary phases
11-month course learning in the classroom from day one
Over 70 partner schools available to train in across the North East
Could you be a teacher?
Whether you're a new graduate, in your final year of university or considering a change of career, our school-based initial teacher training courses will provide you with the best start to your career in teaching.
Fun fact: 33% of our current trainees are career changers and 19% are over 35. Each year we train people from diverse backgrounds!
Outstanding teacher training at North East SCITT
North East SCITT, based in lead school The Academy at Shotton Hall, is rated as 'outstanding' by Ofsted for both primary and secondary phases. We are one of the most successful and forward-thinking School Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) providers in the North East of England with a proven track record of outstanding results and employment rates.