
knowledge up to the required level. To train as a teacher, on any programme you must achieve a standard equivalent to a grade C in GCSE English and mathematics. If you want to teach primary or key stage 2/3 (ages 7-14), you must also have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade C in a science GCSE
To teach in state-maintained
schools in England and Wales, you must first complete a programme of initial
teacher training (ITT) and achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). However,
before starting this process, you need to be sure you meet a number of key
requirements.
What qualifications do you need? You need a UK degree or a recognised equivalent qualification. Your degree should relate to the subject you want to teach (if primary, that means the core subjects of the national curriculum) – if it doesn't, you might be able to complete a pre-training course to get your