Teachers: Training
Commons · Question 121301 · Tabled 17 Mar 2026 · Department for Education · Official record
Answered 30 Mar 2026
Question
Asked by Jim Shannon
To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps are being taken to ensure that teachers receive training in safeguarding children.
Answer
Answered by Josh MacAlister, 30 Mar 2026
Education is a devolved matter, and the response outlines the information for England only.The initial teacher training (ITT) Criteria set out requirements for ITT courses leading to qualified teacher status. Course design must encompass all aspects of th...