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Teachers: Training

Commons · Question 84353 · Tabled 22 Oct 2025 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 30 Oct 2025

Question

Asked by Matt Vickers

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what discussions her Department has had with teacher training providers on ensuring sufficient placement opportunities for trainees.

Answer

Answered by Georgia Gould, 30 Oct 2025

The department works closely with initial teacher training (ITT) providers to support them in securing high-quality school placements. This includes engagement through dedicated forums and collaboration with sector bodies such as the Universities’ Council...