Find your route into teaching
Use our online tool to compare teacher training courses in Portsmouth for the academic year 2026/27, ready for when applications open on 8 October 2025.
Portsmouth is a teaching city
Educational partners work together, through the Portsmouth Education Partnership (PEP), to create a city with ambition. There is an aspirational education agenda which ensures that Portsmouth is a great place for teachers and pupils alike.
We know that teachers can choose where they want to teach. We would encourage you to explore the many lifestyle advantages and benefits in our great waterfront city.
The benefits include cheaper housing, good transport links, discounted parking permits, other financial incentives and discounts, lifestyle choices and opportunities (including social sports, shopping and high profile events and festivals).
Equally importantly, Portsmouth is focussed on addressing teacher workload/work life balance, offering continuing professional development and ensuring that there are opportunities for flexible working and career progression. Portsmouth is a progressive and interesting place to teach and attracts teachers from a variety of backgrounds following a range of pathways. Whether you are at the start of a teaching career, an experienced teacher, returning to teaching or seeking a career change.
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Portsmouth Education Partnership
Portsmouth is unique with education partners working together to provide the best possible education for all pupils across the city. The Portsmouth Education Partnership has a wide membership and decides on the education priorities for the city. The shared vision and sharp focus are on improving attainment and opportunities for the children and young people within Portsmouth
