Tutor Support, Mark Ellis and Mia Jones have been fantastic.
Carole McPhee
5/5★★★★★
SUPPORTING MATS, SCHOOLS AND ORGANISATIONS SINCE 2009
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SUPPORTING MATS, SCHOOLS AND ORGANISATIONS SINCE 2009
Raising the status of the teaching profession. Levy-funded teaching, education leadership and school improvement apprenticeships for schools, trusts and education settings across England. Over 6,000 educators have already trained with NCE.
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Level 3 Programme
Level 3 Programme
Level 4 Programme
Level 5 Programme
Level 5 Programme
Level 3 Programme
Level 6 Programme
Level 6 Programme
Sectors we serve
Cross-school cohorts, levy optimisation and one integrated impact report across every academy.
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Cross-directorate programmes for children's services, youth work, adults, corporate and LA-maintained schools.
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Grow-your-own pathways, retention support and CPD mapped directly to your school development plan.
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Targeted professional development to upskill your staff and meet industry demands.
Explore further educationTutor Support, Mark Ellis and Mia Jones have been fantastic.
I love listening to all of the experts and soaking in their knowledge.
The level of support from SLT tutors, thought-provoking lectures and resources to make you question your everyday practice.
Inspirational NCE team and speakers.
With each new piece of learning, I feel empowered.
High quality tutors, presenters, materials and support.
I love the PLDs, with such high quality speakers and the NCE podcasts.
Excellent range of speakers and superb support from James Potter.
The quality of tutors and lecturers has been a real highlight.
The depth of knowledge and support from many different schools of thought beyond education.
I am learning so much about myself as a leader. Networking with colleagues is great and I am fully supported by the NCE team.
Excellent professional learning days and support from tutors.
Tutor Support, Mark Ellis and Mia Jones have been fantastic.
I love listening to all of the experts and soaking in their knowledge.
The level of support from SLT tutors, thought-provoking lectures and resources to make you question your everyday practice.
Inspirational NCE team and speakers.
With each new piece of learning, I feel empowered.
High quality tutors, presenters, materials and support.
I love the PLDs, with such high quality speakers and the NCE podcasts.
Excellent range of speakers and superb support from James Potter.
The quality of tutors and lecturers has been a real highlight.
The depth of knowledge and support from many different schools of thought beyond education.
I am learning so much about myself as a leader. Networking with colleagues is great and I am fully supported by the NCE team.
Excellent professional learning days and support from tutors.
EPA success rate
99.6%
Of apprentices who complete their End-Point Assessment with the National College of Education pass first time.
Learners on programme
2,000+
Apprentices currently developing their practice with the National College of Education.
Schools and MATs supported
150+
Schools, multi-academy trusts and organisations across England partnered with the National College of Education.
We work with schools, trusts and local authorities to unlock workforce potential through fully funded programmes, strategic partnerships, and smart, sustained use of the levy.
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Levy or non-levy, most employers pay little or nothing. Use our funding calculator to see the full cost breakdown for any apprenticeship, including levy transfer options.
Claim what you are owed. From the £1,000 young apprentice payment and zero employer National Insurance for under 25s, to the hiring payment from October 2026 and levy transfer that can cover your 5%.
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