Every Lesson Shapes a Life
At Achieve with TELA, we are proud to deliver outstanding school-based initial teacher training across Leicester and Leicestershire for both primary and secondary phases. As the Lead Delivery Partner for Futures Teaching Alliance with Teach First, we provide a transformative route into teaching that combines academic excellence with immersive classroom experience.
Our programmes lead to both Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), giving you the qualifications and expertise needed to begin a successful teaching career. Throughout your training, you will be supported by experienced teachers, expert mentors, and university specialists who bring together the very best of educational research and classroom practice.
From day one, you will learn in real school environments, developing the practical skills, confidence, and professional knowledge needed to make a lasting impact on young people’s lives. Our carefully designed programmes ensure you are fully prepared for the transition into your Early Career Teacher (ECT) years, equipping you to thrive in today’s diverse and dynamic classrooms.
Whether you are taking your first step into teaching or changing career to inspire the next generation, Achieve with TELA will support you every step of the way.
Train locally. Learn from experts. Shape lives.
Why train to teach with TELA?
Training to teach is one of the most rewarding decisions you can make. At TELA, we combine high-quality training, in primary and secondary, personalised support and strong school partnerships to help you develop into a confident, successful teacher. But don't just take our word for it—hear what our 2025/26 trainees had to say about their experience.
Personalised Support
"I have always felt so supported by the TELA team, Jo is always there when I need her and always makes time to listen "
- Regular check-ins
- Dedicated mentors
- Responsive support team
- Focus on trainee wellbeing
Local placements
"TELA were very open and supportive around finding placement schools that suited my circumstances"
- Local placement opportunities
- Consideration of travel needs
- Carefully matched schools
- Being part of a community
Career Success
"The incredible networking opportunities TELA provided ultimately led directly to securing my first teaching position"
- Strong school partnerships
- Networking opportunities
- Employment support
- Pathways into teaching careers
Initial teacher training for 26/27
Primary & Secondary Initial Teacher Training
Applications for an August 2027 will OPEN 6th October 2026 @ 9am
Primary Teacher training course
Secondary Teacher training courses
Courses are available to view from 9am on 29th September
Search our postcode (LE9 6PT) for primary or secondary
Would you like to find out how to apply? Require more information about our teacher training course?
Register to attend one of our initial teacher training (ITT) information events
Teacher Training in Leicester and Leicestershire
email tela@thomasestley.org.uk.