Calm your nerves: Your guide to a confident Initial Teacher Training Interview
Applying for teacher training is a huge, exciting step, and it’s completely natural to feel a few nerves leading up to your interview. At KMT, we want you to see this interview as an opportunity to have a focused, engaging conversation about …
30 Years of KMT: Empowering Teachers, Enriching Classrooms
Celebrating a Milestone This year marks a significant milestone for KMT as we celebrate 30 years of delivering high-quality, school-based teacher training across Kent and the South East. From our very first cohort in 1994 to the thriving community we are today, …
Assessment Only QTS Explained: A Strategic Pathway for Experienced Teachers
There is a tendency for schools to view the Assessment Only (AO) route as a “fast track” pathway to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). This simplistic label, while highlighting its efficiency, inadvertently overshadows its strategic value for school leaders and the rigorous demands …
Celebrating 25 years of The National Association of School-Based Teacher Training
In 2025 NASBTT is celebrating its 25th anniversary, a milestone that reflects a quarter of a century of dedication to championing school-based teacher training. For NASBTT the anniversary is not only an opportunity to celebrate achievements, but also to look ahead with …
What are teaching bursaries or scholarships?
Teaching bursaries and scholarships are tax-free financial incentives offered by the Department for Education (DfE) to attract high-quality graduates into teaching, particularly in specific subjects like STEM and languages. What is the difference between teaching bursaries and scholarships? Teaching Bursaries Teaching Bursaries …
Rewarding the heart of Initial Teacher Training – how can we incentivise schools to engage in ITT?
Initial Teacher Training (ITT) is the lifeblood of our education system, shaping the future of teaching and ensuring a steady stream of qualified educators. Yet, the reality is that ITT often operates on the goodwill of schools, a fragile foundation in an …
KMT Selected for Diversity in ITT Project to Boost Ethnic Minority Teacher Recruitment
KMT is pleased to announce its selection for the Diversity in Initial Teacher Training (ITT) project, a collaborative initiative with the Chartered College of Teaching, Chiltern Learning Trust, and Being Luminary, funded by Mission 44. The project, supported by Mission 44’s Diversity …
Changing careers to teaching
Many teachers have worked in other careers before stepping into the classroom and changing roles. Transferring your current skills to a teaching role can be immensely fulfilling. Your real-world professional and industry experience, combined with essential teaching skills, will make you a …
Prison as a place of learning: A unique KMT training experience
At KMT, we believe that education has the power to transform lives. As one of the country’s largest and most-established Accredited Providers of Initial Teacher Training, we are committed to supporting our partnership schools to recruit, train, and retain high-quality teachers. We …
Top ten reasons teaching is a rewarding career
Teaching is a rewarding career because it allows you to shape young minds, make a real difference in students’ lives, and experience the joy of witnessing their growth and success while also fostering a sense of community and purpose. Top ten reasons …