Accredited by Leeds Trinity University via the Delivery Partner Model

Inspiring Teachers. Transforming Lives. Rooted in Faith.

Join NPCAT’s school-centred PGCE Primary route – offered through Leeds Trinity University’s Delivery Partner Model – and become a confident, compassionate educator shaped by Catholic values and hands-on experience in outstanding local schools.

Why NPCAT + Leeds Trinity Delivery Partner Model?

Training Embedded in Schools from Day One

Under the Delivery Partner Model, your teacher training is coordinated by your lead school or trust rather than delivered from campus. You’ll begin in the classroom immediately, working alongside experienced practitioners in Good and Outstanding NPCAT primary schools. This model maximises real-world experience and reflection-based learning.

Lead School Support — St. Patrick’s Catholic Primary

St. Patrick’s Catholic Primary serves as the lead school for the partnership. It provides professional development coordination working closely with Leeds Trinity University, ensuring your training is well-structured and highly supportive.

Placed in Quality Schools in Teesside

Your placements are situated in Good and Outstanding primary schools across Teesside. You’ll experience different settings while being supported by trained mentors committed to helping you grow.

Programme Highlights: What to Expect

  • School-Centred Training: Based predominantly in NPCAT schools, with minimal university campus attendance, yet full access to academic support.
  • Rich Classroom Immersion: Your training emphasizes practical, in-class learning, guided every step of the way by school-based mentors and the NPCAT partnership.

What Trainees Gain

  • A PGCE Primary (3–7 and 5–11) programme – choose your specialism – leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE qualification.
  • A gradual, supported progression into teaching, rooted in real-world classroom practice.
  • Training specifically tailored by NPCAT, providing meaningful placement experiences grounded in community, faith, and school quality.

Entry Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree (honours or equivalent)
  • GCSEs at grade 4/C or above in English, Maths, and Science
  • DBS clearance, health and safeguarding checks, plus a successful interview process.

Fees & Funding

  • Tuition fees aligned with standard Leeds Trinity PGCE rates (approximately £9,535 for domestic trainees)
  • Eligible for Student Finance support (tuition and maintenance loans)
  • Bursaries and scholarships may be available – particularly for certain subjects or trainees

How to Apply

  • Applications open via the Department for Education (DfE) Apply service, typically from October
  • Use Leeds Trinity’s Delivery Partner model codes when applying via DfE Leeds Trinity University
  • Early application is strongly recommended due to high demand and limited places

Ready to Begin Your Teaching Journey?

Embrace a programme that blends faith, classroom immersion, and mentor-led development in outstanding local schools. This delivery partner route prepares you not only to teach – but to lead with purpose, empathy, and excellence.

Contact Information:

  • Lead Contacts: Mark Ryan & NPCAT Initial Teacher Education Team
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Lead School Address: St Patrick’s Roman Catholic Primary School, Westbury Street, Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6NE

Teach with values. Grow in confidence. Train with NPCAT and Leeds Trinity’s Delivery Partner Model.