Policy Threads

2026

1 event

20 Feb 2026 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

National Professional Qualifications (NPQs): call for insights and evidence — consultation closed

This exercise is seeking insights or opinions on the full suite of NPQs and research evidence which may inform updates to the evidence-base underpinning the following NPQ frameworks: NPQ Leading teacher development (NPQLTD) NPQ Leading teaching (NPQLT)

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2025

11 events

18 Dec 2025 | Policy paper Department for Education Context · primary home: International Qualified Teach… linked

International qualified teacher status (iQTS)

The government’s policy on international qualified teacher status (iQTS).

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18 Dec 2025 | Policy paper Department for Education Context · primary home: International Qualified Teach… linked

International qualified teacher status (iQTS)

The government’s policy on international qualified teacher status (iQTS).

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ International qualified teacher status (iQTS)

12 Dec 2025 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

FE teacher initial training and development: call for evidence — consultation closed

We're seeking evidence of relevant, high-quality theory and knowledge that underpins early career preparation for teachers in the Further Education sector.

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10 Dec 2025 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

National Professional Qualifications (NPQs): call for insights and evidence — consultation opened

This exercise is seeking insights or opinions on the full suite of NPQs and research evidence which may inform updates to the evidence-base underpinning the following NPQ frameworks: NPQ Leading teacher development (NPQLTD) NPQ Leading teaching (NPQLT)

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK

10 Dec 2025 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

National Professional Qualifications (NPQs): call for insights and evidence

This exercise is seeking insights or opinions on the full suite of NPQs and research evidence which may inform updates to the evidence-base underpinning the following NPQ frameworks: NPQ Leading teacher development (NPQLTD) NPQ Leading teaching (NPQLT)

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK

17 Oct 2025 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

FE teacher initial training and development: call for evidence — consultation opened

We're seeking evidence of relevant, high-quality theory and knowledge that underpins early career preparation for teachers in the Further Education sector.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK

17 Oct 2025 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

FE teacher initial training and development: call for evidence

We're seeking evidence of relevant, high-quality theory and knowledge that underpins early career preparation for teachers in the Further Education sector.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK

12 Jun 2025 | Policy paper Department for Education Context · primary home: International Qualified Teach… linked

International qualified teacher status (iQTS): inspection policy

The Department for Education’s policy for the iQTS inspection regime.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ International qualified teacher status (iQTS): … (31pp)

16 May 2025 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

National Professional Qualifications (NPQs): call for evidence — consultation closed

We are seeking recent, relevant and high-quality research that may inform updates to the evidence-base underpinning 3 NPQ frameworks. This call for evidence is seeking research that may inform changes to the following frameworks only: Headship (NPQH), Senior Leadership (NPQSL) …

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27 Mar 2025 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

National Professional Qualifications (NPQs): call for evidence — consultation opened

We are seeking recent, relevant and high-quality research that may inform updates to the evidence-base underpinning 3 NPQ frameworks. This call for evidence is seeking research that may inform changes to the following frameworks only: Headship (NPQH), Senior Leadership (NPQSL) …

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27 Mar 2025 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

National Professional Qualifications (NPQs): call for evidence

We are seeking recent, relevant and high-quality research that may inform updates to the evidence-base underpinning 3 NPQ frameworks. This call for evidence is seeking research that may inform changes to the following frameworks only: Headship (NPQH), Senior Leadership (NPQSL) …

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK

2024

4 events

23 Apr 2024 | Bill introduced linked

Neurodivergent Conditions (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill — First reading

A Bill to make provision about screening for neurodivergent conditions in primary schools; to make provision about teacher training relating to neurodivergent conditions; and for connected purposes.

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30 Jan 2024 | Policy paper Department for Education linked

Early career framework

A framework of standards to help early career teachers succeed at the start of their careers.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Early career framework (43pp)

25 Jan 2024 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Further education initial teacher training reform — outcome published

We are seeking views on proposed reforms to initial teacher training (ITT) for the further education (FE) sector, including changes to public funding.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Further education initial teacher training refo… (33pp)

15 Jan 2024 | Policy paper Department for Education linked

Education staff wellbeing and teacher retention

Progress made against our commitments since the launch of the education staff wellbeing charter in 2021.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Education staff wellbeing charter progress upda… (14pp)

2023

6 events

8 Dec 2023 | Policy paper Department for Education linked

Intensive training and practice

Information on the intensive training and practice (ITAP) element of initial teacher training (ITT).

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Intensive training and practice (ITAP)

7 Nov 2023 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Further education initial teacher training reform — consultation closed

We are seeking views on proposed reforms to initial teacher training (ITT) for the further education (FE) sector, including changes to public funding.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Further education initial teacher training refo… (33pp)

11 Sep 2023 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Further education initial teacher training reform — consultation opened

We are seeking views on proposed reforms to initial teacher training (ITT) for the further education (FE) sector, including changes to public funding.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Further education initial teacher training refo… (33pp)

21 Apr 2023 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

ITT Core Content and Early Career Frameworks: updating evidence — consultation closed

We’re seeking high-quality, relevant research that may inform amendments to the ECF and CCF.

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22 Mar 2023 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

ITT Core Content and Early Career Frameworks: updating evidence — consultation opened

We’re seeking high-quality, relevant research that may inform amendments to the ECF and CCF.

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5 Jan 2023 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Access to schools for education and training providers — outcome published

We’d like your views on proposed changes to the statutory guidance for schools on access to education and training providers.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Access to schools for education and training pr… (29pp)

2022

11 events

2 Dec 2022 | Bill stage linked

Dyslexia Screening and Teacher Training Bill

Second Reading Mr Deputy Speaker (Mr Nigel Evans): This is the third Bill of the day—I note that you appear to be making a habit of coming third these days, Mr Hancock. 14:03:00 Matt Hancock (West Suffolk) (Ind): I am …

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2 Dec 2022 | Second reading linked

Dyslexia Screening and Teacher Training Bill — Second reading

A Bill to make provision for screening for dyslexia in primary schools; to make provision about teacher training relating to neurodivergent conditions; and for connected purposes

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17 Nov 2022 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Appropriate body reform and induction assessment — outcome published

We are reforming the appropriate body (AB) sector and seeking views on the transitional period, the roles of the AB and the value of formal assessment in statutory teacher induction.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Appropriate body reform and induction assessmen… (32pp)

29 Sep 2022 | Policy paper Department for Education linked

Market review of initial teacher training (ITT)

Information for initial teacher training providers about the government's market review of initial teacher training (ITT).

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Initial teacher training (ITT) market review: o…

25 Jul 2022 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Access to schools for education and training providers — consultation closed

We’d like your views on proposed changes to the statutory guidance for schools on access to education and training providers.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Access to schools for education and training pr… (29pp)

21 Jul 2022 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Appropriate body reform and induction assessment — consultation closed

We are reforming the appropriate body (AB) sector and seeking views on the transitional period, the roles of the AB and the value of formal assessment in statutory teacher induction.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Appropriate body reform and induction assessmen… (32pp)

20 Jun 2022 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Access to schools for education and training providers — consultation opened

We’d like your views on proposed changes to the statutory guidance for schools on access to education and training providers.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Access to schools for education and training pr… (29pp)

15 Jun 2022 | Bill introduced linked

Dyslexia Screening and Teacher Training Bill — First reading

A Bill to make provision for screening for dyslexia in primary schools; to make provision about teacher training relating to neurodivergent conditions; and for connected purposes

▤ View Bill · ↗ Parliament

26 May 2022 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Appropriate body reform and induction assessment — consultation opened

We are reforming the appropriate body (AB) sector and seeking views on the transitional period, the roles of the AB and the value of formal assessment in statutory teacher induction.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Appropriate body reform and induction assessmen… (32pp)

26 May 2022 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Initial teacher training (ITT) market review — outcome published

We're seeking views on the recommendations made in the ITT market review report.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Government response to the initial teacher trai… (70pp)

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↓ Government response to the initial teacher training (ITT) m… (26pp) ↓ ITT Reform: accompanying document (13pp)

9 Mar 2022 | Policy paper Department for Education linked

Reforms to teacher development

Outline of the reforms to initial teacher training (ITT), the early career framework (ECF) and replacements for national professional qualifications (NPQs).

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Delivering world-class teacher development (13pp)

2021

4 events

23 Aug 2021 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Initial teacher training (ITT) market review — consultation closed

We're seeking views on the recommendations made in the ITT market review report.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Government response to the initial teacher trai… (70pp)

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↓ Government response to the initial teacher training (ITT) m… (26pp) ↓ ITT Reform: accompanying document (13pp)

22 Aug 2021 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

Initial teacher training (ITT) market review: recommendations — consultation closed

We are seeking views on the recommendations made in the report of the ITT market review.

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5 Jul 2021 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Initial teacher training (ITT) market review — consultation opened

We're seeking views on the recommendations made in the ITT market review report.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Government response to the initial teacher trai… (70pp)

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↓ Government response to the initial teacher training (ITT) m… (26pp) ↓ ITT Reform: accompanying document (13pp)

5 Jul 2021 | Consultation (closed) Department for Education linked

Initial teacher training (ITT) market review: recommendations — consultation opened

We are seeking views on the recommendations made in the report of the ITT market review.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK

2020

4 events

24 Jun 2020 | Consultation outcome Ofsted linked

Initial teacher education framework: a report on the responses to the consultation — outcome published

In response to: Initial teacher education inspection framework and handbook 2020: inspecting the quality …

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24 Jun 2020 | Consultation outcome Ofsted linked

Initial teacher education inspection framework and handbook 2020: inspecting the quality of teacher education — outcome published

Ofsted seeks your views on our proposals for changes to the initial teacher education inspection framework and handbook September 2020.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Consultation proposals for the framework to ins…

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↓ Equality, diversity and inclusion statement ↓ Draft ITE framework and handbook for consultation (61pp) ↓ Initial teacher education framework: a report on the respon… ↓ Equality, diversity and inclusion statement

3 Apr 2020 | Consultation outcome Ofsted linked

Initial teacher education inspection framework and handbook 2020: inspecting the quality of teacher education — consultation closed

Ofsted seeks your views on our proposals for changes to the initial teacher education inspection framework and handbook September 2020.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Consultation proposals for the framework to ins…

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↓ Equality, diversity and inclusion statement ↓ Draft ITE framework and handbook for consultation (61pp) ↓ Initial teacher education framework: a report on the respon… ↓ Equality, diversity and inclusion statement

27 Jan 2020 | Consultation outcome Ofsted linked

Initial teacher education inspection framework and handbook 2020: inspecting the quality of teacher education — consultation opened

Ofsted seeks your views on our proposals for changes to the initial teacher education inspection framework and handbook September 2020.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Consultation proposals for the framework to ins…

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↓ Equality, diversity and inclusion statement ↓ Draft ITE framework and handbook for consultation (61pp) ↓ Initial teacher education framework: a report on the respon… ↓ Equality, diversity and inclusion statement

2019

1 event

5 Feb 2019 | Policy paper Department for Education linked

Teacher recruitment and retention strategy

The Department for Education’s strategy for recruiting and retaining school teachers in state-funded schools.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Teacher recruitment and retention strategy (40pp)

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↓ One-page summary for schools (1pp) ↓ Teacher recruitment and retention strategy

2016

1 event

8 Jun 2016 | Bill stage linked

Teacher Training (Special Educational Needs) Bill [HL]

First Reading 15:37:00 A Bill to make provision about special educational needs awareness training to be received by teacher trainees. The Bill was introduced by Lord Addington, read a first time and ordered to be printed.

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2015

5 events

8 May 2015 | Policy paper Department for Education linked

2010 to 2015 government policy: teaching and school leadership

How the government is giving schools a greater role in training and developing teachers and leaders and reforming their pay and performance.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ 2010 to 2015 government policy: teaching and sc…

20 Mar 2015 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Developing the teaching profession to a world-class standard — outcome published

We're seeking views on improving the quality of teachers’ professional development and proposals for an independent professional body.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ A world-class teaching profession - government … (16pp)

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↓ A world-class teaching profession: government response (37pp)

3 Feb 2015 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Developing the teaching profession to a world-class standard — consultation closed

We're seeking views on improving the quality of teachers’ professional development and proposals for an independent professional body.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ A world-class teaching profession - government … (16pp)

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↓ A world-class teaching profession: government response (37pp)

19 Jan 2015 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Headteacher standards review — outcome published

Call for evidence seeking views on headteacher standards.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Headteacher standards: call for evidence (4pp)

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↓ Review of headteacher standards: government response (14pp)

19 Jan 2015 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Initial teacher training review — outcome published

A call for evidence from Sir Andrew Carter on the effectiveness of initial teacher training (ITT) courses in England.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Carter review of initial teacher training (Engl… (9pp)

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↓ Government response to the Carter review of initial teacher… (8pp)

2014

5 events

9 Dec 2014 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Developing the teaching profession to a world-class standard — consultation opened

We're seeking views on improving the quality of teachers’ professional development and proposals for an independent professional body.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ A world-class teaching profession - government … (16pp)

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↓ A world-class teaching profession: government response (37pp)

22 Sep 2014 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Initial teacher training review — consultation closed

A call for evidence from Sir Andrew Carter on the effectiveness of initial teacher training (ITT) courses in England.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Carter review of initial teacher training (Engl… (9pp)

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↓ Government response to the Carter review of initial teacher… (8pp)

20 Aug 2014 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Initial teacher training review — consultation opened

A call for evidence from Sir Andrew Carter on the effectiveness of initial teacher training (ITT) courses in England.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Carter review of initial teacher training (Engl… (9pp)

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↓ Government response to the Carter review of initial teacher… (8pp)

16 Jun 2014 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Headteacher standards review — consultation closed

Call for evidence seeking views on headteacher standards.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Headteacher standards: call for evidence (4pp)

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↓ Review of headteacher standards: government response (14pp)

16 May 2014 | Consultation outcome Department for Education linked

Headteacher standards review — consultation opened

Call for evidence seeking views on headteacher standards.

▤ View document · ↗ GOV.UK · ↓ Headteacher standards: call for evidence (4pp)

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↓ Review of headteacher standards: government response (14pp)