Train with Brighouse High School
‘The regular training that you get at Brighouse High School compliments the university-led sessions and, in my opinion, is second to none. It is led by knowledgeable, experienced and friendly staff and will help equip you with the teaching toolkit you need to develop into an outstanding teacher. You also get complimentary coffee and pastries!’ Tim Clough
A PGCE with QTS qualification gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in school life. It allows you to participate as an active and valuable member of our team and our community during your placements with us!
As part of Brighouse High School Initial Teacher Training provision you will work with a committed team of professionals and a student group that we feel proud to teach. You will also work alongside other PGCE trainees from our partner universities, receiving high quality training, support and guidance both from the university teams and the Brighouse High School Team. You will receive training and development through the university, which will be supplemented with in-house training and CPD during your placement at Brighouse High School.
All teacher training applications are made through the DfE Apply website. Applications open in September each year.
The Teacher Training Programme
The Teacher Training Programme
As a PGCE with QTS Trainee, you will divide your time between your Brighouse High, as your placement school and the University. You will be supported throughout your journey by the Initial Teacher Training Coordinator, Nichola Rowley and her team of Subject Mentors.
Placement School
During your time in school you will work alongside a Subject Mentor and Host Teachers gaining practical experience and applying the knowledge you have gained on the course. Your placement is usually divided into a short placement and a longer placement to give you valuable experience of teaching in two contrasting school settings.
University
During your time at university you will gain subject specific knowledge and knowledge of pedagogy. You will work alongside a network of other trainees which is invaluable. You will work towards your PGCE qualification with some modules being taught at Master level. The University will provide you with support and guidance via your Link Tutor.
Our Partners
Brighouse High School works in partnership with the University of Huddersfield predominantly but we also work with Leeds Trinity University and other local providers from time to time. Our partner universities offer a fantastic opportunity combining university based-learning, in-school experience and Brighouse High School training/CPD.