Portsmouth SCITT - Training teachers across Portsmouth and the South.

01/06/2026

Applications are still open for September 2026!

We’ve had another flurry of applications over the half-term break, and it’s been brilliant to see so many people taking that first step towards a career in teaching.

There is still time to apply for our primary and secondary courses, so if you’ve been thinking about training to teach, now is a great time to find out more.

We’re also sending a huge good luck to our current trainees as they head into their final half term. This is the point where all of the learning, practice and growing confidence really starts to come together. The magic really does happen now!

We can’t wait to see everything they achieve over the coming weeks.

15/05/2026

Ever wondered what centre-based training looks like for a primary trainee teacher?

One of our Portsmouth SCITT primary trainees has shared a little snapshot of her week in the centre, and it’s a brilliant reminder of just how varied teacher training can be.

From phonics, book moderation and science practicals, to adaptive teaching, professional conversations, pupil progress and a well-earned lunch at the Lido, no two days are quite the same.

Our centre-based weeks give trainees the time and space to build knowledge, practise key skills, reflect with expert colleagues and prepare for life back in the classroom.

Swipe through for a week in the life of a Portsmouth SCITT primary trainee. 👇

14/05/2026

For Mental Health Awareness Week, our trainees have been reflecting on the little things that help them stay well during a busy year of teacher training.

Wellbeing is not a one-off event, and it is not always about grand gestures. Sometimes it is the small, steady things that help make tougher moments feel a little lighter.

Here are some of the simple things our trainees do to look after themselves, recharge and keep going. We hope they inspire you to pause, breathe, and make time for your own little moments of wellbeing too.

08/05/2026

Portsmouth followers - if you're passing the Guildhall Square do grab a photo of our big screen ad 'in the wild' and share it with us!

06/05/2026

Are you coming to our drop in session here at Stamshaw Junior School tomorrow? Come to the school reception and we'll bring you down to the training room to discuss our courses.

We are hosting two drop-in sessions where you can come in and have an informal discussion with our team about teacher training.

We offer both primary and secondary courses aimed at prospective trainee teachers who hold an undergraduate degree.

If you would like to find out more about how we can support you to gain PGCE with (QTS) Qualified Teacher Status then please pop along at a time that suits you on:

Tuesday 5th May between 8am and 12 noon at Court Lane Infant School, or on
Thursday 7th May between 8am and 12 noon at Stamshaw Junior School.

There is no need to register – just head to the main entrance of the school where one of the team will greet you.

23/04/2026

We are hosting two drop-in sessions where you can come in and have an informal discussion with our team about teacher training.

We offer both primary and secondary courses aimed at prospective trainee teachers who hold an undergraduate degree.

If you would like to find out more about how we can support you to gain PGCE with (QTS) Qualified Teacher Status then please pop along at a time that suits you on:

Tuesday 5th May between 8am and 12 noon at Court Lane Infant School, or on
Thursday 7th May between 8am and 12 noon at Stamshaw Junior School.

There is no need to register – just head to the main entrance of the school where one of the team will greet you.

22/04/2026

When is the best time to apply for teacher training?

We’re often asked if it’s “too late” to apply… and the honest answer is, it depends.

The right time is when you feel ready. But we do close our courses once we reach capacity, so if teaching is something you’re seriously considering, now is a good time to take that next step.

For a September 2026 start, we still have spaces available across our programmes and we’d love to hear from you.

If you’ve been thinking about teaching, this might just be your moment.

👉 Read more here: https://www.portsmouthscitt.chimat.uk/news/?pid=7&nid=2&storyid=4

22/04/2026

When thinking about a learning environment we need to consider, not just what happens in the classroom, but the spaces children move through every day.

The Flying Bull Academy is currently fundraising to transform their playground through a collaboration with My Dog Sighs

His work across Portsmouth has created moments of reflection and connection in everyday spaces. Bringing that into a school environment has the potential to be incredibly powerful for pupils.

If you’re able to support, or help raise awareness by sharing, we’d love you to take a look at their fund raiser.

The Flying Bull Academy are very excited to be collaborating with the Ports… Grace Brown needs your support for Developing our playground with 'My Dog Sighs'!

20/04/2026

Last Friday, our trainees stepped back in time with a visit to the The Mary Rose at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard ⚓

It was a fantastic opportunity to explore how trips can be used as powerful “hooks” for learning, bringing history to life in a way the classroom alone can’t. Alongside this, trainees also considered the practicalities behind successful trips, including adaptation for all learners and the importance of thorough risk assessment.

A great balance of inspiration and real-world application, and a reminder of the impact these experiences can have on pupils.

Trainees - if you have additional photos, we’d love to see them. Please share them in the comments below 📸

06/04/2026

UPCOMING INTERVIEWS

We are looking forward to meeting everyone attending interviews with us after the Easter break.

We do still have a few slots left for April interviews in both our Portsmouth and Isle of Wight hubs so would love to hear from you if you're considering either Primary or Secondary teaching.

You can eiither:
* Contact us on [email protected]
* Go to our website for details on how to apply - https://www.portsmouthscitt.chimat.uk/page/?title=Application+Process&pid=23