Leadership NPQs and Apprenticeship Programmes Spring 2025 - Apply Now

Funded through the Apprenticeship Levy, these programmes are designed for aspiring or recently appointed leaders and headteachers.

BPN logo SM 600pxThese dual-award courses enable funded access to a limited number of NPQs in cases where scholarship funding is unavailable. They are run separately from the other NPQ programmes. 

Senior Leader Programme (with NPQSL) Level 5

The School Leader Programme is for school leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, a senior leader with cross-school responsibilities. 

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Headteacher Programme (with NPQH) Level 7

The Headteacher Programme is for school leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, headteachers. 

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Executive Leader Programme (with NPQEL) Level 7

The Executive Leader Programme is designed for aspiring or recently appointed executive leaders looking to improve their leadership capability. 

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