Join the partnership

Join a dynamic, pan-Wales network committed to shaping the future of education. Our partnership model is rooted in collaboration—bringing together schools, regional consortia, and local authorities to train, support, and empower the next generation of teachers.

Grow your own teachers through salaried and part-time routes
Access financial incentives and 50–100% salary grants
Support for staff development from non-teaching staff, to mentors and school coordinators
Contribute to strategic decisions through our Partnership Committees
Enhance your school’s profile as a leader in teacher education

“It’s a privilege to chair the OU PGCE Board and work with such a passionate team. This programme is innovative, inclusive, and truly preparing the teachers of the future.” — Richard Hatwood, Headteacher, All Saints’ Primary

Lead Schools: Clase Primary School, Fitzalan High School, Monmouth Comprehensive School, Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bro Myrddin, Ysgol Nantgwyn, and Ysgol yr Holl Saint – All Saints' School. Strategic leaders in their region, supporting other schools and shaping programme delivery
Partner Schools: Host salaried or part-time student teachers and provide placement opportunities
Apply to become a Partner School
View Partnership Criteria & Commitments
Issues Resolution Framework
Endorsement Letter

Our dedicated PGCE Wales Team is your go-to for operational support, placements, and guidance. We also offer:

Practice Tutor opportunities
Unendorsed student matching service
Welsh Language and Diversity strategies
Access to training, forms, and checklists via our Partner School Resources Hub

Contact us: wales-pgce@open.ac.uk

“At the heart of our PGCE programme are the student-teachers—future educators who will shape classrooms, communities, and the next generation of learners in Wales. We’re proud to champion a programme rooted in social justice, inclusion, and fairness, and we’re here to support every step of the journey. Make the change. Be the difference.”
PGCE Wales Team