What do we offer
Poole SCITT is a high quality school-based primary teaching programme, which is constantly reviewed in order to develop well-prepared and inspired trainees with a positive and reflective attitude towards educating children. As well as a clearly structured taught course which comprises an interrelated blend of theory and practice, the course offers each trainee a minimum of 20 weeks in KS1 and KS2 classrooms in three different partner schools from Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset. We aim to provide a programme which encourages trainees to engage in dialogue through interaction, critical thinking and reflection.
The taught course
- The taught course is delivered by a range of highly qualified tutors and consultants who lead the different components according to their expertise and experience.
- The taught course is delivered from Upton House and a variety of other school venues, offering a realistic educational context for study, often involving practical, school-based activity and observations.
- Trainee audits with supporting seminars and tutorials develop your confidence in the core subjects, and ensure a high level of academic success.
- All of the assignments are designed to complement your practice in schools and to extend your reading and reflection on the links between theory and practice whilst encouraging innovative ideas.
- Our highly rated academic and taught aspects of the course are carefully monitored and evaluated to ensure they include current educational priorities and initiatives.
School based practice
- In schools you will work alongside experienced professionals who will guide, mentor and support you as a developing teacher.
- Many of the school based tutors were themselves trained at Poole SCITT and offer invaluable encouragement and relevant guidance to trainees.
- There is plenty of opportunity for focussed discussions with colleagues and your supporting professional tutor during the six week placements.
- The structure of the SCITT Professional Development Portfolio and termly feedback profiles help each trainee and tutor to track their individual progress through the QTS standards.
Resources
- A designated SCITT study room and a well equipped relevant library which is regularly updated.
- We offer the free loan of a well equipped laptop to support you while you train.
- Additional access to resources and e-learning through our validating body, Kingston University
- Additional Tutor Support is available for trainees with certain disabilities, for example Dyslexia.
- Prompt and professional personalised support from the SCITT team of Coordinator, tutors, administration manager and finance manager
Highlights of the current course include:
- A three day residential at the start of the course offers trainees the experience of educational working outside the classroom as well as an ideal opportunity to create a cohesive bond within the group
- An introductory visit to Kingston University highlights our links with their course and offers access to their Learning Resource Centre.
- Visits to local special schools enhance the understanding of special educational needs
- Creative educational projects offer the chance to work with local museum staff, and staff from Poole Borough open spaces and beaches.
