Access a Suite of Specialist NPQs

Our suite of four specialist NPQs each target a specific area of school development that needs its own leadership and direction. Each programme gives teachers the depth in understanding needed to improve school and pupil outcomes.

Giving each area its own programme allows teachers in all schools across Halton, Warrington and Wigan to gain the knowledge, skills and expertise needed in order to have a real lasting impact on these important areas.

Anyone with a burning passion for one of the four specialist areas wishing to expand their knowledge and understanding should look to apply. This includes experienced leaders in senior positions and those who already hold specialist area positions.

What is available?

Teachers can complete one or more NPQs, to refine their skills and expertise.

We work in partnership with our Local Area Leads to coordinate locally based training cohorts across Halton, Warrington and Wigan, led by leaders from our schools and trusts in the area.

We are a licenced NPQ delivery partner for both Best Practice Network and Teach First.

Click on the links below for more details and a brochure outlining the structure, content and framework behind each NPQ.

NPQ in Leading Literacy

For teachers who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading literacy across a school, year group, key stage or phase.

NPQ in Primary Maths [Starting Spring 2024]

For teachers who have completed Maths Mastery (or equivalent) and have responsibilities for leading numeracy across their primary school.

NPQ in Leading Teaching

For teachers and school leaders who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading teaching in a subject or year. For example, head of subject, key stage head or head of department.

NPQ in Leading Behaviour & Culture

For teachers and school leaders who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading behaviour and/or supporting pupil wellbeing in their school. For example, head of year or roles with other pastoral responsibilities.

NPQ in Leading Teacher Development

For teachers and school leaders who have, or are aspiring to have, responsibilities for leading the development of other teachers in their school, for example CPD lead or ITT lead.

To ask any questions or discuss NPQ options please contact hub@wpat.uk or call our office on 07897 280909.