NPQ Overview
About the reformed NPQ programme
The Specialist and Leadership NPQs provide training and support for teachers and school leaders at all levels, from those who want to develop expertise in high-quality teaching practice, such as leading teacher development, to those leading multiple schools across trusts.
The NPQ programme is part of a wider set of teacher development reforms which together will create a ‘golden thread’ of high-quality evidence underpinning the support, training and development available through the entirety of a teacher’s career. NPQs have been designed with teachers and leaders in mind using the latest evidence and can be completed flexibly around existing commitments. Study can last between 12 and 18 months, depending on participants’ chosen NPQ.
Discover how L.E.A.D. Teaching School Hub offers a variety of National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) as part of our core services. NPQ qualifications provide teachers and school leaders with invaluable opportunities to enhance their skill set, knowledge, and research capabilities, supporting their progression along their career pathways.
NPQ qualifications provide teachers and school leaders with invaluable opportunities to enhance their skill set, knowledge, and research capabilities, supporting their progression along their career pathways.
In this video, learn about:
Purpose of NPQs: Empowering educators to specialise and pursue leadership roles.
Clear Development Pathway: A structured pathway for teachers ready to specialise or take on leadership positions.
Diverse Opportunities: A wide range of NPQs available to cater to educators at all career stages.
Consistent Feedback: Strong feedback received over years of delivering revised NPQs. Impact on Schools: Positive impact on schools, including shared language among teachers and improved teaching and learning outcomes.
At L.E.A.D. Teaching School Hub, we're committed to offering high-quality NPQ opportunities to educators across Lincolnshire, ultimately enhancing teaching and learning experiences for all students.
L.E.A.D Teaching School Hub will be offering NPQLPM in collaboration with the Maths Hub and Redhill Teaching School Hub. Please find further details here.
L.E.A.D Teaching School Hub will be offering NPQSENCO through Teach First as our Lead Provider. Please find further information here.
All of the NPQ programmes have been designed to work for you, and some common features include:
- Local Cohort Groups meaning less travel time, and online self-study that can be accessed at any time and from anywhere, for easy access and reference whenever needed.
- Tailored content through regular assessments and surveys and real-life situations so you can see yourself in examples which in turn support you to apply new techniques quickly.
- Access to National Specialist Tutors for each phase and subject who will provide additional support throughout each Programme.
NPQ Programmes 2025
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NPQ Programmes available |
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Leadership |
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NPQH |
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Early Headship Coaching Offer (EHCO) |
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NPQSL |
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NPQEYL |
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Specialist |
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NPQLL |
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NPQLT |
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NPQLBC |
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NPQLTD |