National Modern Languages SCITT

🎉 A huge congratulations to our incredible cohort on completing their training and officially qualifying as teachers!

Today has been a wonderful celebration of their hard work, dedication, and growth. They took part in an inspiring professional development session delivered by the amazing Jeffrey Boakye, received valuable guidance for the journey ahead, and proudly collected their certificates.

The celebrations also featured a 'SCITT' version of ABBA's Dancing Queen - showcasing that our trainees really do know how to deliver outstanding performances both in and out of the classroom!

It's been a day of celebration and mixed emotions as we say goodbye to our wonderful class of 2026!

They're now fully equipped and excited to begin their teaching careers - and we couldn’t be prouder. 🙂👏

It's been fantastic to see our Hub Leaders in action today at their training session! They’ve been busy getting up to speed with everything they need to support our new cohort of trainees and ensure they receive the highest quality training!

It was fantastic to see our new cohort of languages trainees at our welcome event this week!

They have got off to a great start, looking at what makes a great teacher, gaining an overview of the training programme, and getting an understanding of what to expect throughout their training year. They also received practical advice on how to prepare between now and when their training starts in August.

There were plenty of opportunities to ask questions, hear from experienced teaching professionals, and learn about the skills they will develop throughout their training.

We are so excited to support our new cohort as they take their first steps into teaching and look forward to seeing them again in August! 🙂🌟

It's National Thank a Teacher Day on Thursday 17 June! A perfect opportunity to recognise the teachers, mentors, and support staff who have made a difference in your teacher training journey. Show your appreciation by sending a free thank you e-card and let them know the impact they have had: 👉 https://thankateacher.co.uk/thank-a-teacher/thank-a-teacher-form/

There are also a range of free activities and resources available to help encourage school students to say thank you to a teacher who has made a real difference: https://thankateacher.co.uk/schools/

Join our Sheffield hub taster day on Friday 26 June and see what it’s really like to train as a languages teacher.

Learn about our teacher training programme, see what support you will receive, meet the team, observe a language lesson, and see if teaching is your next step.

It’s a great way to get a real insight before you apply. Find out more and book your place: https://tinyurl.com/yxc3emsz

Considering a career change or looking for a fresh challenge? Are you passionate about languages? Why not turn your passion for languages into a rewarding career as a languages teacher.

With our National Modern Languages SCITT programmes, you will benefit from:
- Hands-on experience in schools to build confidence and skills.
- Excellent support throughout your training.
- The chance to make a real difference in students’ lives.

Applications are still open! Take the first step in your teaching journey and apply today: https://tinyurl.com/muvnu4ah

The 2026 Stephen Spender Prize for poetry translation is now open for entries!

Children and young people of all ages, from primary school to sixth form, can enter by translating a poem from any language.

Further details can be found below.👇

Calling ALL teachers!

Whether you teach languages or another subject, give translation a go - translate a poem from any language for the Teacher Laureate Prize!

🧑‍🏫 The Teacher Laureate Prize is open to all teachers in schools whose students have entered the Stephen Spender Prize.

🖋️ Find some poems to start with in our resource bank: https://www.stephen-spender.org/prize-resources/?fwp_resource_types=poetry-booklet

🏆 The winner will receive an annual print and digital subscription to the wonderful Modern Poetry in Translation!

Languages aren't just for the MFL classroom. Share your 'languages story' with your students and challenge them to a translation!

Tell your departments, friends and colleagues 🗣️
https://www.stephen-spender.org/stephen-spender-prize/teacher-laureate-prize/

Taster days are happening across our hubs ...and you are invited!

Come along and see what it’s really like to train as a languages teacher. Meet our team, visit a school, and see if teaching is your next step.

A great way to get a real insight before you apply.

Find out more and book your place: https://ow.ly/XNaU50YBunQ

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week 💚

As we approach the end of the training year, we encourage everyone to take care of their mental wellbeing. Take time for yourself, talk to others, and support each other.

Find helpful wellbeing resources on our website: https://ow.ly/OAwP50YQpmx