National scholarships for teachers

On 12th December the UK Department for Education announced that 671 teachers have been awarded scholarships  in the first round of the National Scholarship Fund for teachers administered by the Training and Development Agency (TDA). 

280 were for teachers in the priority subjects of English, Maths and Science. These included applications for funding for a Masters in Applied Linguistics to attendance at a Summer School.

391 were for SEN teachers. The supported activities included a MEd in Autism, MA in Special and Inclusive Education, and PG Diploma in Specific Learning Difficulties Dyslexia.

Any qualified teacher may apply for a scholarship worth up to £3,500. The next round of applications for the scholarship funding is due to open in spring 2012. Further details can be found on the TDA's website..