Gateshead Primary SCITT

What Current Trainees Say About Us...

"I feel the course had been brilliant value for money so far, I am more than happy with outings, lectures, resources etc. I also think the staff are very helpful and supportive and have spoken to other trainees who say the same."
"Excellent organisation and structure. I felt that I was on the best course with high calibre lecturers and support staff."
"We were made to feel extremely welcome and clear about what the course entailed and what was expected of us. Every session was very clear and the information given was always very informative and useful. All members of staff have been extremely helpful and reassuring."

"Very good structure - enthusiastic/inspiring lecturers. Training co-ordinators very supportive/encouraging."
"Very good at helping you settle in. Good resources."
"Everyone has been very welcoming & all lecturers are enthusiastic about modules/course. Fantastic resources."
"Excellent organisation and layout of the course future tasks."

On 30th October 2004 the Teacher Training Agency awarded accreditation to the Gateshead 3-7 SCITT as a provider of initial teacher training. A group of schools led by Lobley Hill Primary School now work as a consortium in partnership with Northumbria University and Gateshead L.E.A. to provide school based teacher training in the Gateshead area.
Graduates wanting to become teachers can apply for this teacher training course through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR). Qualified Teacher Status and a Professional Graduate Certificate in Education can be achieved through this course which is delivered by Gateshead schools, Gateshead LEA and Curriculum Consultants. The SCITT offers a flexible route into teaching based on individual training needs and utilises the vast expertise that exists with the consortium schools.

Lobley Hill Primary School has developed a high profile within teacher training as a DfES designated Training School. Alan Tricoglus, the headteacher, was seconded to the post of Primary PGCE course director at Newcastle University for two years prior to the accreditation of the Gateshead 3-7 SCITT. Many teachers from the consortium schools undertake lecturing and tutoring roles within the local universities. There is a wealth of expertise available to trainee teachers through the Gateshead 3-7 SCITT.

WHY TRAIN TO TEACH WITH THE GATESHEAD SCITT?
The schools involved with this Initial Teacher Training Course have a strong commitment to delivering high quality teacher training. The lead school, Lobley Hill Primary, has extensive experience in Initial Teacher Training and has designated Training School Status from the Department for Education and Skills.
In partnership with other Gateshead schools, University of Northumbria at Newcastle and Gateshead Council, the Gateshead 3-7 SCITT provides excellent facilities and resources. Gateshead is one of the best performing Local Education Authorities and Northumbria University has a reputation for quality teacher education.
In a report published in 2006, Ofsted recognised the outstanding quality of training, outstanding management and quality assurance and very good standards achieved by the trainees - ranking the Gateshead 3-7 SCITT among the country's top ten percent of teacher training provision.
Gateshead 3-7 SCITT can offer you:
• High quality Initial Teacher Training

• The opportunity to train within excellent schools

• A one year or two year training course

• Qualified teacher status for the 3-7 age range

• A flexible training route matched to your individual requirements

• High quality school based experiences within the Gateshead area

• The professional certificate in education (PGCE) validated through Northumbria University

• The benefits associated with being a Northumbria University student

Applications for entry September 2009 need to be made early in the Autumn Term as selection days are planned to take place early in the Spring Term.

The round of applications for the course starting in September 2009 will be open from September 2008. Last year, the demand for this course exceeded expectations, therefore early application for September 2008 is therefore recommended. All applications must go through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR).


Graduates wanting to become teachers should apply for the course which will commence in September 2009. Qualified Teacher Status and a Professional Graduate Certificate in Education will be achieved through this course which is delivered by Gateshead schools. The SCITT offers a flexible route into teaching based on individual training needs and builds on the vast expertise that exists with the consortium schools. The face to face teaching on this course will be provided by a team of specialists in the field of initial teacher training. Distance learning materials and school based tasks will ensure that all course members are prepared for school placements undertaken within the Gateshead consortium schools.