Welcome to IStip
The Independent Schools Teacher Induction Panel is the single largest statutory body for induction, with over 1200 NQTs.
We set and uphold high standards with regards to the processes and procedures of induction within our schools, whilst using our experience to enable these schools to provide quality and meaningful induction for their teachers. We understand the time constraints upon teachers, and we seek to work with them to ensure they have fulfilled statutory requirements, without becoming overwhelmed by the process. We are perhaps more hands-on than some Appropriate Bodies, and enjoy close contact with our induction tutors and NQTs in schools. We understand that each school has its own needs and character, which we strive to support.
We have organised the site into three sections that can be accessed directly from the tabs at the top of the page:
- before induction, which deals with questions about routes to getting Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), and provides a little information on the independent sector;
- during induction, which covers the actual process itself and is divided into sections for Induction Tutors/Mentors, NQTs and schools in Wales;
- after induction, which covers what happens after the final assessment form is submitted as well as the matter of further or continuing professional development.
There is direct access from here to specific information on courses and training for both induction tutors/mentors and also training for Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs).
On all pages, there is a link to the online NQT Manager, which is the system used by schools and IStip to administer the process.
NQTs beginning induction in September 2012 may be registered from 1st June, and the fee is £408.
