Primary Teaching leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) PGCE

**Reasons to choose Kingston University**<br/>- This course will enable you to become an effective, creative, inclusive and evidence-informed teacher.<br/><br/><br/>- You will have personalised support from the University and partnership schools.<br/><br/><br/>- Two-thirds of the course is spent on placement.<br/><br/><br/>**Why choose this course**<br/>Make a difference to childrens lives by training to become a teacher through one of our PGCE Primary pathways.<br/>- General Primary <br/><br/><br/>- Primary (3-7 years) <br/><br/><br/>- General Primary (with Mathematics)<br/><br/><br/>This course will enable you to become an effective, inclusive and evidence-informed teacher. At the heart of our course is a commitment to personalising your journey to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). You will grow in confidence and competence with our outstanding support as you train to become a teacher.<br/><br/>We will help you develop a deep understanding of the primary curriculum and acquire a range of teaching methods, based upon the latest research in education. You will learn to teach the core curriculum subjects of English (including phonics), mathematics and science, plus foundation subjects.<br/>You will find a supportive learning environment at the University and in our partnership schools. You will benefit from two contrasting placements in our committed partnership of schools, spending two-thirds of your course across both placements. The 3-7 pathway offers placements in nursery/reception and Key Stage 1.<br/><br/>You will have a wide range of learning experiences, including day field trips to consider how to make use of the world beyond your classroom door.<br/><br/>You will also benefit from a course that supports you in becoming a reflective, research-engaged teacher who can use evidence to drive improvements in young peoples learning and wellbeing. Your PGCE modules form part of our MA Education, which you can continue with beyond your PGCE year.