SSF SCITT

As we head into the final few weeks of the training year, our trainees are now in school full-time and preparing for their final Teachers’ Standards reviews.

We wanted to take a moment to celebrate our fantastic Guildford County cohort, pictured here enjoying their final Professional Studies training day together. ✨

It has been a pleasure to watch the trainees grow in confidence, develop their teaching expertise and embrace every challenge along the way. You're nearly there! We can't wait to see the impact you will make in your future classrooms.

Many thanks to James Prickett Photography for the images.

Teaching and Parenting

For those starting a SCITT teacher training programme this September whilst also caring for children at home, it can bring a mix of excitement and uncertainty.

We wanted to share two online workshops from The MTPT Project this July that may be helpful for anyone preparing to balance teacher training alongside parenting responsibilities:

🔗 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/trainees-and-mentors-4304693

• Realistic Expectations
• Managing Change

The sessions are designed for parents beginning their ITT journey and focus on the realities of the training year, managing change at home and work, and finding approaches that support both family life and professional development.

If you’re about to begin teacher training and wondering how it will all fit together, these workshops may offer some reassurance, practical guidance, and a supportive space to reflect before September. 💛

Get into teaching - join us for an in person information event at South Farnham SCITT

You may already be considering teaching but still have questions about whether it’s the right fit for you — and that’s exactly what these sessions are for. Join us for a short presentation to learn more about our Primary and Secondary training pathways, what life as a trainee teacher is really like, and how the training year works. There will also be plenty of opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed and supportive environment.

With just one academic year of training, you could be ready to begin your career as a qualified teacher.

To book a space on one of these upcoming events, please visit:
https://www.ssfscitt.org.uk/calendar/?calid=5&pid=49&viewid=3&event=266

Why one of our current trainees chose to train with us. ☺️

Come and find out for yourself how South Farnham SCITT puts our trainees at the heart of teacher training programme.

*Get into Teaching - Virtual Information Events*

Great teachers changes lives. Could this be the perfect career choice for you?

You may already be considering teaching but still have questions about whether it’s the right fit for you — and that’s exactly what these sessions are for. Join us for a short presentation to learn more about our Primary and Secondary training pathways, what life as a trainee teacher is really like, and how the training year works. There will also be plenty of opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed and supportive environment.

With just one academic year of training, you could be ready to begin your career as a qualified teacher.

To book a space on one of these upcoming events, please visit:

https://www.ssfscitt.org.uk/events

We’re proud of our excellent network of partnership schools across the South of England. They allow our trainee teachers to train at a school locally to them while receiving a world class training experience

For our weekly SCITT Professional Studies day, trainees are grouped into geographical cohorts—minimising travel and fostering strong peer networks—while immersing them in the theory and practice needed to thrive as teachers.

💡 Train to teach near you. Belong to a supportive community.
If you are thinking about starting a career in teaching, we'd love to chat!

If you want to learn more call us on 01252 717408 or email [email protected]

✨ Training Spotlight – Primary Design & Technology ✨

Our Primary trainees gained hands-on experience in teaching Design and Technology in the latest training day. They were challenged to use their prior knowledge and sewing/construction skills to design and create either a pencil case, slipper, cuddly toy or 3D model 🧵✂️

It was fantastic to see our fab trainees working collaboratively and using their creativity, problem-solving and presentation skills throughout the day 🌟

To all our trainees, heading into this final stage of the teacher training year....

This term isn’t just about getting through; it’s about stepping confidently into the teacher you’re becoming. 💫

A few reminders for this term:

📚 Reflect on how much you’ve grown
🗣️ Be proactive in seeking feedback
🎯 Focus on refining, not just hanging on
🤝 Embrace being part of the school community
🌱 Celebrate the impact you’re already having on pupils

Most importantly, remember why you started this journey in the first place. The long days, lesson plans, and challenges are all shaping you into a reflective, resilient, and inspiring teacher.

You’re not just finishing your training year — you’re preparing to begin an incredible career. 👏