National Professional Qualifications (NPQs)
National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) are a suite of qualifications accredited by England's Department for Education, tailored specifically for international school leaders and teachers.
These programmes provide the skills and expertise to address the unique challenges faced by international schools, helping you become an even more effective leader or educator in your global context.
Specialist or Leadership?
Specialist NPQs and Leadership NPQs provide distinct and tailored pathways for educators in international schools, enabling them to enhance their skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. These programmes are designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by international school leaders, supporting their professional growth and empowering them to make a lasting impact on their school communities.
Specialist NPQs
Specialist NPQs focus on enhancing skills in key areas such as behaviour management, teaching, and SEND, empowering teachers to make a targeted impact in their roles.
NPQ for Leading Teacher Development - NPQLTD
NPQLTD equips teachers with the skills needed to lead CPD within their schools.
Learn moreNPQ for Leading Teaching - NPQLT
NPQLT provides teachers with the skills needed to oversee a year group, key stage, or subject area.
Learn moreNPQ for Leading Behaviour and Culture - NPQLBC
NPQLBC is designed for teachers who want to make an impact on pupil behaviour and wellbeing.
Learn moreLeadership NPQs
Leadership NPQs, on the other hand, are designed for those aspiring to or already in leadership positions, equipping them with the strategic vision and skills needed to drive school-wide improvement.
Both pathways support career progression and provide a robust foundation for advancing educational excellence in international settings.
NPQ for Senior Leadership - NPQSL
NPQSL is designed for heads of year or subject leads who wish to drive the strategic direction and culture of the school.
Learn moreNPQ for Headship - NPQH
NPQH equips headteachers or aspiring heads with the skills to manage and lead a school effectively.
NPQ for Executive Leadership - NPQEL
NPQEL prepares executive-level leaders, or aspiring leaders, to effectively lead multiple schools at the CEO level.
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SENCOs - NPQSENCO
NPQSENCO enables teachers and school leaders to lead and champion special needs and SEN within their school.
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