Our Core Values

NESTT seeks to train highly effective teachers for our local schools.

We focus on developing professional expertise, supporting trainees to realise their potential and to critically engage with evidence-informed practice and subject pedagogies.

We seek to provide entrants to the profession with the knowledge, skills and professional attributes essential to a life-long career in teaching.

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What Do Our Trainees Say?

Why NESTT?

We treat you as an individual, and support your journey by working closely with schools and partner organisations to bring you the best possible experience.

Proven Track Record

The organisations who have formed NESTT collectively have more than 45 years of experience in delivering high quality teacher training in our localities.

Approachable and Responsive

Our locally-based teams will continue to build on existing relationships with schools to meet individual trainee needs and personalise the training journey.

Face to Face

Our training will be predominantly face to face securing better engagement from trainees and mentors.

Ambitious Curriculum

Our curriculum is rich, ambitious and evidence-informed. It aligns seamlessly with the Early Career Framework - supporting the journey from trainee to Early Career Teacher.

Retention and Employment

Our programmes have high retention and employment rates. Our course fully supports trainees to achieve, ensuring they are ready for their first teaching post.

Supportive Partnerships

We have strong and constructive relationships with a wide range of local schools. We work with our schools to ensure they are fully supported with delivering the requirements for high quality initial teacher training.