CTTC News

Today our primary trainees marked World Book Day with a celebration at the CTTC training centre. Trainees dressed in a fantastic range of book-inspired costumes, bringing…

An article written by Christine Wager, Consortium Director, has been published on the National Association of School-Based Teacher Trainers (NASBTT) website. In the piece, Christine reflects on the experience of welcoming CTTC’s…

We are aware that some individuals planning to begin teacher training in September 2026 may recently have received unexpected news from another local provider. Colchester Teacher Training Consortium (CTTC) is available to offer advice and…

Today we were delighted to welcome Primary trainees, mentors and Lead Mentors to CTTC for a full day of training focused on supporting the emotional wellbeing of younger pupils. The…

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, we are proud to highlight the teacher apprenticeship route available at Colchester Teacher Training Consortium (CTTC). The apprenticeship programme allows aspiring teachers to work in a…

Primary trainees recently took part in an engaging and practical science training session designed to build confidence, subject knowledge and classroom-ready strategies for teaching science effectively. The session was led by Rebecca…

Our trainees successfully completed their First Aid Training Course where they have gained vital life-saving skills to support their future students and communities. Investing in these skills means our trainees are not only ready to…

Are you a 14 to 18-year old interested in a career in teaching? We are pleased to share a new information booklet designed to inspire the next generation of teachers that has been launched as part of the Essex Year of Opportunity.…

Celebrating 25 Years of Sector-Leadership: A Milestone Evening for National Association of School‑Based Teacher Trainers (NASBTT) Last week, our Directors were honoured to attend celebrations marking the 25th anniversary of NASBTT,…

At CTTC, learning extends far beyond the classroom. This week, a group of our Primary trainee teachers enjoyed a fascinating visit to one of Colchester’s most iconic landmarks –  Jumbo, the town’s…

It has been a fantastic start to the academic year for Colchester Teacher Training Consortium (CTTC), as we proudly welcome our largest ever cohort of trainee teachers across our Primary and Secondary programmes. The enthusiasm,…

Last week our trainees enjoyed an inspiring session on classroom presence and motivating pupils as part of their Intensive Training and Practice (ITaP) training. The session was led by Billy Herring, an experienced drama teacher and…