School Direct teacher training programme from @ArkSchools. Rated outstanding by Ofsted and offering the very best training and support every step of the way.

Joined August 2013
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We can’t wait to welcome our new trainees at our in‑person Welcome Event on Wednesday 18 March! It’s a chance to meet fellow trainees, build connections, and get a first look at what our ATT training sessions are all about. See you there! #ATTWelcome
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"I feel even more excited to become a teacher and the fire within me has gotten even more fuel. It’s almost like a 'kid in a candy store' experience!" There's still time to apply and join our next virtual event! Applications are still open! arkteachertraining.org/apply…
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We can't wait to welcome some of our new trainees at our Ark Teacher Training Welcome Event! It will be held at EdCity, our brand-new hub for the education sector, offering an opportunity to learn more about the ATT programme and meet fellow trainees! #ATTWelcome25
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Our newest cohort of aspiring teachers came together for #ATTSummerSchool2024. 200 trainees dived into educational theory, practice, & more. Check out what some of our passionate trainees had to say about their experience & what drew them into teaching tinyurl.com/5a6j3wjn

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A highlight of #ATTSummerSchool2024 was Thursday’s celebration event, where our incoming trainees reflected on their motivations for training to become a teacher, shared some of their key take-aways, and celebrated what they have learned so far in preparation for September.
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On Thursday we were excited to meet our upcoming trainee cohort in-person to round up our #ATTSummerSchool2024 training, kicking off with a morning Q&A session with several trainees who completed their Ark Teacher Training last year. Thank you @KSA_Secondary for hosting us!
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Today, our trainees attended an Introduction to Literacy session, where Amy Walters, Deputy Head of ATT emphasised that "Literacy is fundamental to all areas of learning because it underpins everything. Literacy unlocks access to the whole curriculum." #ATTSummerSchool2024
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Yesterday our trainees attended an Anti-Bias session, learning about the Equality Act of 2010. Learn more about our approach: tinyurl.com/4duaxnez #ATTSummerSchool2024
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Week 2 here we come! Our Secondary trainees will begin their second week of Summer School focussing on their specific Subject Studies, while our Primary trainees will learn about the importance of maths, English and curriculum design. #ATTSummerSchool2024
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Our new trainees have now completed their first week of #ATTSummerSchool2024! Climate for learning and lesson planning were two fundamental areas covered in detail this week.
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Another busy day at #ATTSummerSchool2024! Today our trainees will begin to learn about the importance of Safeguarding in schools and focus on developing their lesson planning skills.
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Day three of #ATTSummerSchool2024 is underway! This afternoon our trainees will take part in their third Climate for Learning session, focusing on how to ensure a purposeful learning environment with consistent, well-established routines.
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Day two of our Summer School has begun! We are delighted to welcome a new cohort of over 200 trainees onto our outstanding teacher training programme. #ATTSummerSchool2024
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Our Summer School 2024 has begun! This morning all our trainees will meet their tutors for the first time and learn about our approach to wellbeing. Read more here: tinyurl.com/4kcnj3rd #ATTSummerSchool2024
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Our 2024 Summer School starts next week! For two weeks, our trainees will experience a jam-packed curriculum full of educational theory and practice, ensuring they develop a strong foundation of learning before they head off to the classroom! #ATTSummerSchool2024
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Thank you to everyone who attended our ATT Graduation ceremony last Friday! We hope you had a wonderful time and wish you all the best for the year ahead! #ATTgraduation2024
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"As I look ahead to the future, I am filled with a sense of purpose and determination. Teaching is not just a job, it is a calling. It is about inspiring curiosity, fostering creativity, and nurturing a love of learning in every child." - Hannah Paines, Ark Castledown Academy
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We wish the best of luck to all our ATT graduates! Thank you for all of your hard work this year! #ATTgraduation2024
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