Primary PGCE courses
We work in partnership with around 300 primary schools each year to fully prepare Primary PGCE students for a career in school as a Primary or Early Years teacher.
Our student teachers benefit enormously from the complementary skills and expertise of staff in partnership schools and at IOE. Teachers in school serve as mentors and joint assessors for student teachers during school placements.
IOE tutors have extensive experience of teaching, school management, teacher education, research and consultancy. Students will learn to teach all the primary curriculum subjects. They will also select one subject for specialist study.
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IOE Lead Partner Direct
We also offer our Primary PGCE courses through the IOE Lead Partner Direct route.
The Primary PGCE Approach
Our Primary PGCE develops effective, confident teachers whose classroom practice is informed by an advanced knowledge of educational theory.
At IOE, we help student teachers to acquire the skills and expertise to support children’s learning in line with IOE’s gradual approach.
We prepare our student teachers to teach in an inclusive urban environment, provide professional development in all national curriculum subjects, ensure that students show a concern for professional values and demonstrate the positive attitudes and behaviour expected from pupils.
The IOE really is a fantastic place to train as the programme leads are continually adapting the delivery of the programme to best meet the needs of the trainees and produce well-informed, competent and happy teachers who can make a difference.
UCL Teacher Training Open Evening
Thinking about becoming a teacher? Join us on 23 April, 4 to 7pm, to discover our world-leading Teacher Training courses.
Book your place
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The IOE approach
At the UCL Institute of Education, we develop teachers who are phase and subject specialists, excelling in cutting-edge understanding and practice.
Teacher training in the heart of London
Experience the amazing benefits of living in London and working in the capital’s diverse and exciting schools, colleges and early years settings.
Help shape education for future generations
We are driven by our ambition to develop intellectually curious, committed and critically reflective teachers who challenge inequities and transform lives through education.
Entry requirements
Read a brief overview of entry requirements for Graduate programmes. Remember to check course pages for specific requirements.
How to apply
If you're considering applying for one of our PGCE teacher training courses, please read the following guidance carefully.
Learn to teach with the best
IOE has been ranked 1st in the world for education every year since 2014. In 2024 we achieved the highest possible Ofsted rating for our Early Years (EYITT), Primary, Secondary and Further Education courses.
- 25% of UK education research takes place at the IOE.
- 97% of PGCE students in full-time work were employed in teaching roles within six months of graduating (Destinations of Leavers from HE, 2016-17).
- 600 academics committed to improving lives through education.
- 8000 students from all over the world.
25% of UK education research takes place at the IOE.
600 partner schools, colleges and early years settings across London.
