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Tue 16 June 2026
Train to teach at Shoreditch Park: applications close on Tuesday 30 June
City of London Academy Shoreditch Park

There's just two weeks left to apply for our teacher training programme, starting in September 2026. Our School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme, is a one-year programme that offers a practical route to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), combining hands-on classroom experience with expert mentoring and support from experienced colleagues across our family of schools. Whether you're a recent graduate, looking for a meaningful career change, or know someone who would make a great teacher, now is the time to take the next step.

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Train to teach at Shoreditch Park: applications close on Tuesday 30 June
Thu 16 April 2026
Train to teach at Shoreditch Park
City of London Academy Shoreditch Park

Have you, or someone you know, considered a career in teaching? We’re recruiting for our School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme, delivered in partnership with Teach First. Train in our school from day one and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in just one year, with expert support throughout. Whether you’re a graduate or considering a career change, this is your chance to make a real impact in education. Find out more and apply via City of London Academies Trust website. Applications close Friday 22 May.

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Train to teach at Shoreditch Park
Mon 9 March 2026
“No-one is too small to make a difference” – Our student climate campaign
City of London Academy Shoreditch Park

During February, our students led the delivery of our 2026 Climate Campaign, reminding us all that “no one is too small to make a difference.” 🌍 From designing posters and leading assemblies to delivering PSHE lessons and running competitions, our Climate Ambassadors worked hard to raise awareness about food waste, single-use plastics, fast fashion and energy waste across the school.

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“No-one is too small to make a difference” – Our student climate campaign
Tue 20 January 2026
Alumni opportunity – train to teach at your old school
City of London Academy Shoreditch Park

Have you recently graduated or are you considering a career change that offers passion and purpose? If so, we are now recruiting for our teacher training programme, School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT), delivered in partnership with national education charity, Teach First. We are currently seeking trainees in secondary English, Maths, Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics), as well as Primary, for a September 2026 start. Find out more and apply on the City of London Academies Trust website.

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Alumni opportunity – train to teach at your old school
Fri 5 December 2025
Outstanding results – Pride in our progress
City of London Academy Shoreditch Park

In part four of our short film series with Teach First, we highlight the school’s strong sense of ambition and teamwork. During its recent Ofsted inspection, staff and students performed exceptionally well. Inspectors were impressed by the quality of lessons and student engagement and the school was awarded Outstanding in all areas, a well deserved recognition of everyone’s hard work.

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Outstanding results – Pride in our progress
Thu 4 December 2025
Community and safeguarding – A school beyond the gates
City of London Academy Shoreditch Park

In part three of our short film series with Teach First, we share how the school works closely with local community police and parents to keep students safe in a challenging area. Staff are proud to provide a happy, disruption free environment where learning is valued and students can succeed without peer pressure against achievement. Watch the video.

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Community and safeguarding – A school beyond the gates
Wed 3 December 2025
Our approach – teaching and learning
City of London Academy Shoreditch Park

In part two of our short film series with Teach First, we highlight how Shoreditch Park is highly structured, using strict routines, explicit teaching and clear behaviour systems to create a calm, focused environment. Despite a high number of disadvantaged students, the school achieves strong academic results and students are well trained in both behaviour and learning.

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Our approach – teaching and learning
Mon 1 December 2025
Built with purpose: our journey with Teach First
City of London Academy Shoreditch Park

At Shoreditch Park, we are committed to providing every student with the best possible start. We partnered with Teach First on a series of short films to share how Shoreditch Park was built with purpose and how this partnership helps our teachers and students reach their full potential. Watch the video.

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Built with purpose: our journey with Teach First