Assessment Only Route to QTS

What is Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and why do I need it?

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required in England and Wales to work as a teacher for children in state schools under local authority control. Whilst it is possible to secure unqualified teaching positions in some schools, QTS opens up opportunities for career development and pay progression unavailable to those without QTS. We provide an Assessment Only route to QTS for those working with primary aged children (3-11).

The AO route is not an Initial Teacher Training programme and all candidates must be fully ready for assessment at the time of application. The application and interview process will review candidates’ eligibility and places are allocated when requirements have been met.