National Professional Qualifications (NPQs)

Develop confident, capable school leaders at every stage of their career.

Our National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), delivered in partnership with Ambition Institute, provide flexible, evidence-informed leadership development for teachers and school leaders.

With DfE-funded scholarships available for many schools, NPQs are a powerful way to invest in your staff and strengthen leadership across your organisation.

Choose Your NPQ

We offer a full suite of NPQs to support teachers and leaders at every stage:

NPQ for Leading Teaching (NPQLT)

For teachers leading teaching in a subject, year group or phase.

NPQ for Leading Behaviour and Culture (NPQLBC)

For those responsible for behaviour, culture or pastoral leadership.

NPQ for Leading Teacher Development (NPQLTD)

For staff leading professional development across a school or trust.

NPQ for Senior Leadership (NPQSL)

For senior leaders with cross-school responsibilities.

NPQ for Headship (NPQH)

For current or aspiring headteachers.

NPQ for SENCOs (NPQSENCo)

For teachers leading provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.

NPQ for Early Years Leadership (NPQEYL)

For current or aspiring leads in Early Years settings.

Why choose Eden Academy Trust?

We combine national expertise with local support to give our participants a high-quality, personalised experience.

A trusted delivery partner

We work as a Delivery Partner for Ambition Institute, one of England’s largest NPQ providers, and are part of a network supporting thousands of teachers and leaders nationwide.

Local, responsive support

You’ll work with a team that understands your context and can support you throughout the programme.

Evidence-Informed approach

Our programmes are grounded in the best available research on leadership, teaching and professional development.

Designed for real school life

Flexible, blended delivery means participants can engage fully without adding unnecessary pressure to their workload.

Ready to get started?

Whether you’re developing future leaders, or strengthening your current team, NPQs are a powerful investment in your school.

Get started today by completing the Ambition Institute registration form here: https://www.ambition.org.uk/contact-us/npq-enquiry-page/

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