News

Every Child Achieving and Thriving – why the White Paper falls short on Teacher Professional Development

The approach articulated in the White Paper appears to be centrally driven without taken sufficient account of local context or teacher agency.

Welcoming Andrea Carr as the new Chair of the Teacher Development Trust

The Teacher Development Trust (TDT) is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrea Carr as the new Chair of the Board of Trustees, taking over from Dame Sue John who will step down from the Board.

£1 billion spent on teacher development each year – yet only 1 in 4 say pupil needs are adequately taken into account

First comprehensive study of CPD in English schools reveals a stark disconnect between investment and impact.

Have we reached a ‘new normal’ in CPD spend in mainstream, state schools?

The latest CPD data published by SchoolDash reinforces what is now a clear trend – that spend on CPD in mainstream state schools is stabilising at a much lower amount than a decade ago

How much do schools spend on CPD in 2025? And is it having an impact?

Findings from our upcoming CPD Landscape report suggest that this combined investment of money, time and energy still isn’t making the difference it should

Creating school cultures that inspire agency, professional growth and joy in our teachers!

This year the TDT Annual National Conference is shaping up to the best ever, with a range of expert and inspirational speakers, panel discussions, and discussions with teachers and school leaders.

Every Child Achieving and Thriving – why the White Paper falls short on Teacher Professional Development

Welcoming Andrea Carr as the new Chair of the Teacher Development Trust

£1 billion spent on teacher development each year – yet only 1 in 4 say pupil needs are adequately taken into account

Have we reached a ‘new normal’ in CPD spend in mainstream, state schools?

How much do schools spend on CPD in 2025? And is it having an impact?

Creating school cultures that inspire agency, professional growth and joy in our teachers!

Subscribe to our Newsletter

Quick Links

Policies

News

Every Child Achieving and Thriving – why the White Paper falls short on Teacher Professional Development

Welcoming Andrea Carr as the new Chair of the Teacher Development Trust

£1 billion spent on teacher development each year – yet only 1 in 4 say pupil needs are adequately taken into account

Have we reached a ‘new normal’ in CPD spend in mainstream, state schools?

How much do schools spend on CPD in 2025? And is it having an impact?

Creating school cultures that inspire agency, professional growth and joy in our teachers!

21st October, London, EC2Y 5JU