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Birth to 19 SCITT

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Birth to 19 SCITT

Bradford Birth to 19 is based at the outstanding St Edmunds Nursery School and Children’s Centre.

Working in partnership to develop highly employable, research informed, early career ready teachers who will transform the life chances of young people in their local area. We work in partnership with Bradford’s best schools and most inspirational teachers to provide a truly school lead, practically based and research informed training experience. Trainees learn at their own and pace and are supported by an expert tutor team. Our Values
To develop our trainee teachers through high quality initial teacher training aiming to equip each trainee with the skills to:

1. Become a positive role model, who builds positive working relationships within their school and local community.
2. Become an inspirational teacher, inspiring every child to be the best that they can be.
3. Become an inquisitive, research informed and dedicated practitioner, committed to continual professional development. Please contact us or visit us at one of our outreach events for further information.

07/10/2026

Applications for September 2027 are now open! 📣

If you’ve been thinking about teaching, now is the time to take the next step.
Whether you’re changing careers, starting something new or have always wanted to become a teacher, your journey could start here.

Train in real schools, learn from experienced teachers and build your confidence as you work towards becoming a qualified teacher.

👉 Apply here: https://bradfordbirthto19.co.uk/scitt-training/

05/10/2026

There's nothing better than hearing our trainees talk about the passion they've found for teaching. 💙

Hear from our recently graduated trainees, Tanzila and Parsa, as they reflect on their experiences, and share what they enjoyed most!

If you're thinking about a career where you can make a difference every day - get into teaching with us!

Find out more about training to teach with Birth to 19 SCITT:
🌐 https://www.bradfordbirthto19scitt.co.uk/

22/09/2026

Teaching tip: You don't have to know everything. 💼

If a pupil asks you a question and you don't know the answer, it's okay to say so.

Try: "That's a great question. I don't know - let's find out."

It shows pupils that learning doesn't stop when you become the teacher. You're modelling curiosity, honesty and a willingness to keep learning too.

⭐ And sometimes, those unexpected questions lead to the best learning moments.

01/09/2026

New term, new beginnings! ⭐

Wishing everyone starting the new academic year a happy, exciting and successful year ahead!

Whether you're beginning your teaching journey, starting your teacher training or returning to the classroom, remember: every year is an opportunity to learn, grow and make a difference.

Here's to new beginnings, new milestones and plenty of moments to be proud of. 🙌

26/08/2026

What do effective classroom adaptations look like?

One of the key principles of adaptive teaching is making thoughtful adjustments that help every pupil access learning while maintaining high expectations.

Effective classroom adaptations:
✔️ Respond to pupils' needs through ongoing assessment.
✔️ Build on high-quality teaching with strategies such as modelling, scaffolding and timely feedback.
✔️ Support pupils to become increasingly independent over time.

Less effective adaptations can create unnecessary separate tasks or reduce opportunities for pupils to think for themselves.

Adaptive teaching isn't about changing what pupils learn - it's about adapting how we teach so that every learner has the opportunity to succeed.

Want to learn more about adaptive teaching? Explore the Education Endowment Foundation's guidance:
🔗 https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-evidence/inclusive-teaching

18/08/2026

💡 Teaching Tip of the Week

Pause before calling on someone to answer.

After asking a question, give your pupils a few extra seconds to think before inviting responses. This simple technique, often called wait time, encourages deeper thinking, increases participation and gives more pupils the confidence to contribute.

Instead of jumping straight to the first raised hand, try counting silently to five. You may be surprised by the quality of the answers - and by who chooses to join the discussion. ✨

10/08/2026

Have you heard about adaptive teaching? 📚
Summer is the perfect time to explore new ideas and prepare for the next school year!

👉 Adaptive teaching is about responding to pupils' needs as they learn - making thoughtful adjustments to teaching while maintaining high expectations for every child. Rather than creating multiple versions of the same lesson, it's about using assessment and professional judgement to help all pupils succeed.

If you'd like to learn more, have a look at the Education Endowment Foundation's recourses:

🔗 https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-evidence/inclusive-teaching/adaptations-additional-support

24/07/2026

📚 Looking for evidence-based teaching resources?

Whether you're training to teach, an Early Career Teacher or an experienced educator, the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) is one of the best places to find practical, research-backed guidance.

Their free resources include:
✅ The Teaching and Learning Toolkit
✅ Guidance reports on effective classroom practice
✅ Strategies for improving literacy, behaviour and feedback
✅ Resources to support pupils with SEND
✅ Evidence-informed approaches for Early Years, Primary and Secondary settings

Great teaching is built on continuous learning, and these resources are a fantastic way to develop your practice and confidence in the classroom.

Explore the EEF's free resources here:
🔗 https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/

10/07/2026

Apply today to start your new career! 🫶

If becoming a teacher has been on your mind for a while, don't wait too long. Applications for September 2026 with Birth to 19 SCITT are still open, but the deadline is approaching.
Gain hands-on classroom experience, learn from expert mentors, and take the first step towards a rewarding career that makes a difference every day. 👩‍🏫

Supportive training. Real classrooms. A rewarding future.

👐 Find out more and apply today: https://www.bradfordbirthto19scitt.co.uk/scitt/primary

07/07/2026

Ready to make a difference every day? ⭐
Primary teaching is a career that can have a lasting impact on children's lives while offering challenge, variety and purpose.

⏳ Applications for September 2026 with Birth to 19 SCITT are still open, but the deadline is approaching.

Gain hands-on classroom experience, receive expert support, and start your journey towards becoming a qualified teacher.

🤝 Find out more and apply today: https://www.bradfordbirthto19scitt.co.uk/scitt/primary

Address

Washington Street, Girlington
Bradford
BD89QW

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5:45am
Tuesday	8am - 5:45pm
Wednesday	7am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+441274494898

Website

http://www.bradfordbirthto19.co.uk/scitt

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