Funding available for National Professional Qualifications! Register now, start in November.

National Professional Qualification for Executive Leadership (NPQEL)

This 18-month NPQ is for school leaders, or those aspiring to be an executive headteacher or have a school trust CEO role.
With the NPQEL, develop the expertise you need to become an outstanding executive leader, leading change and improvement across your group of schools or multi-academy trust.

Registrations are now open for November 2025. No other NPQ cohorts will be available in the 2025/26 academic year.

  • One intake in 25/26
  • Limited funded places available
  • Gain the expertise for leading across multiple schools
  • Train in a way that suits your timetable
  • Receive expert-led coaching
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