Improving education across Dorset by placing brilliant people in front of our children

Our passion is developing teaching and learning for everyone. We are fortunate enough to work alongside a variety of schools, experienced colleagues, new teachers and those in the early stages of making plans or training to join this rewarding career.

Training with CLN

At Castleman Learning Network we are committed to engaging high quality, enthusiastic, motivated people in the teaching profession. We work in close partnership with The University of Worcester as well as a rich cross-section of local schools, to offer our successful primary teacher training. The breadth and strength of our partnerships allows us to bring together expertise from across our locality to provide the highest quality taught sessions and placements.

Our 5 – 11 years programme is school-based and our partner schools welcome our trainees into their placements from the very beginning of the academic year. We believe that the best way to experience all aspects of school life is to learn alongside leading, experienced professionals. Trainees are supported by school-based mentors and our experienced visiting tutor team. School-based learning is supported by regular taught sessions to help develop teaching skills with greater depth and understanding. Our taught sessions are led by a variety of experienced tutors and specialist school colleagues.

 

At Castleman Learning Network, we pride ourselves in supporting our trainees as individuals and with an understanding that trainees come into teaching with a range of experiences and strengths. We are committed to provide learning opportunities that prepare our trainees for the career ahead of them.

working in partnership with the University of Worcester - Outstanding in teacher training

I feel very fortunate to work alongside such a wealth of experience and enthusiasm for teaching. I am excited to have the opportunity to support such a variety of learners (big and small) on their individual journeys.

– Lou Evans,
CLN Director

I can’t thank you enough for your continued support and encouragement throughout this year.  Without your guidance and strength, this journey would have been tough. You have helped us ‘seeds’ grow into wonderful teachers.  Signing up for Castleman has changed my life!
– Tiff,
Former Trainee

My experience at CLN has allowed me to develop and grow, not just professionally but personally.  I couldn’t be happier with choice of CLN as my training providers.  They have supported my well-being beyond anything I could have imagined.
– Beth,
Former Trainee