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  1. Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust - BGU partnership
    The Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust acts as a Lead Partner with Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU). "Our aim is to provide the very best Catholic education for all in our community and so improve life chances through spiritual, academic and social development." The Trust works in partnership with BGU to deliver our Initial Teacher Education ITE programme. BGU provides teacher training opportunities in Primary, Secondary and Special Education in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. Our well-established programme of ITE provides trainees the opportunity to gain a PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate in Education) with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - as well as masters credits in Primary, Secondary and special teaching.Applicants who apply to Our Lady of Lourdes will be able to choose the school that they train at in their Trust. Please visit here for a list of their schools. This partnership is founded on the principle of collaboration and an absolute belief that by working together we can improve outcomes for all students in these schools.Our Lady of Lourdes has a long record of partnership with BGU in helping to train teachers. If you choose to train with them you can expect: • Successful trainees will obtain a PGCE and QTS by the end of the programme• A programme that gives you four days a week in school and one day a week at University• The chance to observe and work with outstanding teachers• Outstanding mentoring from an experienced and trained mentor• A programme of support sessions• A comprehensive induction programme• A second school placement in a contrasting school All their primary and secondary courses are available here. If you would like support in applying or further information, please contact: Vanessa Scott learninganddevelopment@ololcatholicmat.co.uk
  2. BGU graduate given Prue Goodwin Award!
    This year's Prue Goodwin award has been presented to Bishop Grosseteste University Children’s Literature and Literacies MA student (now 2024 graduate) Emma Edwards, in recognition of her Master's dissertation which explored representations of disability in children's literature. Her research around this topic was incredibly in-depth and she was "very interested in the types of characters represented in literature, as well as how the children interpreted and understood them." Dr Prue Goodwin, who received an honorary doctorate from BGU in 2021, has been an inspiration to many colleagues and their teaching. Prue Goodwin trained as a teacher at BGU (1965-1965) and is now a world authority on Primary Education. She is a longstanding member of the UK Literacy Association (UKLA) and a prolific writer, having written and edited more than 18 books and guides. Emma commented: "I am really grateful that my master’s dissertation has been recognised through the Prue Goodwin award. I referred to her work during the research element of the study. The final dissertation was a result of a lot of hard work and was particularly challenging as I was balancing a Primary School teaching role, a new Senior Lecturer role and a young family.My dissertation stemmed from two key pieces of academic writing. Bishop (1990) identified that books were, ‘Mirrors, Windows and Sliding Glass Doors.’ Blaska (2004) built on this work and went on to identify that ‘Perhaps no group has been as overlooked and inaccurately presented in children’s books as individuals with disabilities.’ My final work focused on representations of disability within children’s literature, particularly focusing on visible disabilities. I’m really proud of the work through this piece of research and I hope that I will have the opportunity to share my findings and build further on my understanding of representations within children’s literature in the future." Her award was presented by award-winning children's author Hannah Gold on Thursday 24th of July just after the BGU Graduation ceremony at Lincoln Cathedral. Hannah was attending the ceremony to receive her Honorary Doctorate from BGU. Congratulations Emma!
  3. Historical tuition fees
    Tuition fees history and previous figures.
  4. Dr Duncan Mercieca
    Dr Duncan Mercieca lectures in Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion at BGU. His research draws upon post-structural philosophers to think through educational issues, in particular, those related to diversity and otherness; inclusion and disability; and critiquing education research and its methods. Duncan also works in a special school in Scotland.
  5. Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust - BGU partnership
    Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust is proud to work in partnership with Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) to deliver their ITE programme. They offer places for Primary and Secondary in North East Lincolnshire and Lincolnshire, and their well-established programme of Initial Teacher Education (ITE) provides trainees the opportunity to gain a PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status - as well as masters credits in Primary and Secondary. Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust provide comprehensive support and guidance along with tailored training to prepare individuals for their teaching career. The Trust has extensive experience of working with Initial Teacher Trainees over a number of years providing bespoke in-school support to allow trainees to develop their classroom practice. Lincolnshire Gateway Academies Trust offer the flexibility for prospective trainees to choose the school where they undergo their training, which is a unique feature of the programme. The Trust also has a strong track record of trainees securing teaching positions within the Trust following successful completion of their training course.
  6. Horncastle Education Trust - BGU partnership
    Horncastle Education Trust is proud to work in partnership with Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) to deliver their Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programme. At Horncastle Education Trust, you can expect a warm and supportive environment, where colleagues are eager to share their expertise and guide you as you embark on your educational journey. Their schools cover the full range from nursery to sixth form, and include both town and rural settings. Horncastle Education Trust take great pride in their students and the dedicated staff who go above and beyond to create memorable experiences, helping students reach their full potential. Explore their Continuing Professional Learning and Development (CPLD) opportunities and discover more about each of the schools within the trust. Horncastle Trust provide comprehensive support and guidance along with tailored training to prepare individuals for their teaching career. The Trust has extensive experience of working with Initial Teacher Trainees over a number of years providing bespoke in-school support to allow trainees to develop their classroom practice.
  7. Student teachers visit UK Parliament to explore parts of primary national curriculum
    The intention of the trip was to develop our students understanding of teaching Fundamental British Values.
  8. Partner school of BGU features in local and national press for commitment to providing a safe place for pupils
    St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy, who work in collaboration with student teachers at BGU, appeared on BBC Breakfast News.
  9. Health and Social Care Academics present at international conferences
    Dr Nicki Walsh and Lorena Hall presented at conferences throughout December 2024.
  10. Join our Primary Teaching Studies students on an Intensive Training and Practice Week!
    BA Primary Teaching Studies (PTS) with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) students joined together online, in school and on campus for an Intensive Training and Practice Week (ITaP).

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