Becoming a Teacher in England Routes Into Teaching Funding Recruitment and Retention
Teacher training in England offers postgraduate, undergraduate and salaried routes leading to qualified teacher status. This 2026 guide explains QTS, PGCEs, school placements, salaried options, 2026–27 bursaries and scholarships, career-change considerations, current recruitment and retention data, workload realities and how prospective teachers can choose a route that fits their finances and goals.