Chartered Teacher Status is a professional accreditation that provides formal recognition to highly accomplished teachers and school leaders who have attained an advanced standard of practice.
At the Chartered College of Teaching, we are pleased to have launched the Catholic Educator Specialism, the first of its kind.
Building on an established partnership with the Catholic Education Service, we have recently been working with a co-design group of Catholic schools, trusts and dioceses to offer something distinctly different for those teaching in a Catholic school context.
What is the opportunity?
Launching in April 2026, this new 15-month programme will enable participating teachers to complete tailored assessments in evidence-informed practice, teaching practice, education research and inquiry; and professional knowledge, with a focus on core elements found within Catholic education, including Catholic life and mission, religious education and prayer and liturgy.
For those who decide to take this step and work towards achieving Chartered Status via this new specialism, the process will be both challenging and hugely rewarding. They will engage with research and evidence, and seek out professional learning, development and formation opportunities that enable them to attain the high standard expected of a Chartered Teacher, and flourish in their role as a Catholic educator, with opportunities for them to share your journey and expertise with other Catholic colleagues, near and far.
For just £679 per person (£575 if they are already Chartered College members), teachers can join the pilot cohort, and be the first in the country to work towards this specialist accreditation.
“Chartered Teacher Status is the gold standard of the profession. The Catholic Educator Specialism is important because educators in Catholic schools must integrate faith and life effectively to become teachers and witnesses – this pathway enables that to be done in an integrated and authentic way.” Paul Barber FCCT, Director of the Catholic Education Service
“Chartered Teacher Status has been an excellent pathway to improving my practice as a teacher. The high-quality professional development material means that I can ensure my students are getting high quality teaching and learning experiences. I cannot recommend it highly enough.” Laura McAleer FCCT CTeach, Head of Science, St. Patrick’s Catholic College
Who is it for?
Classroom teachers (post-ECT), middle leaders
When will the cohort run?
April 2026 – July 2027 (a full timeline is in the programme brochure)
How much does it cost?
For £679 per person, participants can become among the first in the country to achieve Chartered Teacher Status with Catholic Educator Specialism, along with membership of the Chartered College of Teaching – their professional body. Our partnerships team can provide a full quote for a school or trust cohort, including any volume discounts that may apply.
What are my next steps if interested?
Email us at partnerships@chartered.college with the number of teachers you’d like to support to get a quote – or with any questions. The deadline for group enrolment is Friday 20th March 2026.
If you are an individual teacher and you are interested in participating, email the team at charteredteacher@chartered.college and we will advise you further.
Full details of the programme, the units and assessments and a timeline can be found in our brochure.
Supporters
We are indebted to the collegiality, skill and challenge of our four founding Catholic multi-academy trusts for their work – as well as the CES and the Formatio partnership for their invaluable support:
- Holy Spirit Catholic Multi Academy (Archdiocese of Birmingham)
- Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust (Diocese of Nottingham)
- Plymouth CAST (Diocese of Plymouth)
- St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust (Archdiocese of Birmingham)