Newham Community Learning

There are now only a limited number of places remaining on our September 2026 trainee programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring teachers to gain high quality training, practical classroom experience and ongoing support within Newham Community Learning schools.

We are proud to develop the next generation of educators and look forward to welcoming our new cohort this September.

Apply now to secure your place: https://ncltrust.net/join-us/train-to-teach/

At The Nest Daycare, Newham, we are creating a calm, caring space where children aged 1 to 4 can explore at their own pace, build confidence and enjoy being part of a nurturing community. Based at the Ofsted rated Outstanding Portway Primary School, our setting brings together high quality care and a strong sense of belonging.

We work in partnership with families to make sure every child feels happy, settled and ready to learn through play.

✨ Opening soon
We are getting ready to welcome families and cannot wait to open our doors.

✔ Open Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm
✔ Open 51 weeks a year
✔ Funded places available for eligible families

📧 To find out more or arrange a visit, email [email protected]

Our SCITT programme is now open for applications, with places closing in July.

Train to teach in Newham schools and become part of a supportive community from day one. You will gain real classroom experience, learn from expert mentors, and develop the skills needed to inspire the next generation. We offer a range of subjects, with bursaries or scholarships available in some areas.

Don’t miss out on a career that will change not only your life, but the lives of young people too.

If you know someone interested in teaching, please share this with them.

Click here to find out more:
https://ncltrust.net/join-us/train-to-teach/

🏡 Discover The Nest Daycare at Portway 🏡

The Nest is a welcoming daycare for children aged 1 to 4, based at the Ofsted rated Outstanding Portway Primary School. Our setting offers a calm and engaging space where children can learn through play, build friendships and grow in confidence.

We are proud to support families in the local community by providing reliable, high quality childcare that helps make busy days a little easier.

👋 Open Days are now taking place
Families are welcome to visit every Tuesday at 9:00am or 4:30pm to see the setting and meet the team.

✔ Open Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm
✔ Open 51 weeks a year
✔ Funded places available for eligible families

📧 To arrange a visit, email [email protected]

Thinking about a fresh start this September?

We know there are so many talented people in Newham with years of experience who might be looking for a change of pace.

At Newham Community SCITT, we’re looking for locals who want to bring that "real-world" magic into our classrooms. Your professional background is exactly what helps students see why their subjects matter in the real world.

If you’ve been thinking about a change but aren't sure where to start, we’re here to help you transition.

You’ll be supported by expert mentors as you learn to teach right here in your local community.

Why train with us?
➡️ Local Impact: Help shape the future of young people in Newham.
➡️ Real Support: We understand the leap from a 10+ year career- we focus on making the transition realistic and manageable.
➡️ Hands-on Learning: Gain the confidence to manage a classroom and lead a subject.

Read more here: https://ncltrust.net/join-us/train-to-teach/

Our SCITT programme is now open and there has never been a better time to train to teach in Newham. From day one, you will be part of real school communities, gaining hands-on classroom experience and learning from mentors who know the borough inside out.

We offer a range of subjects, with bursaries or scholarships available in some areas to support you during your training year.

Take a look at our carousel to discover why training locally makes such a difference.

If you know someone who is thinking about a career in teaching, please share this with them and help them take the first step.

To find out more:
https://ncltrust.net/join-us/train-to-teach/

Kickstart your teaching career with our SCITT programme!

Our SCITT programme is open for applications. Train in Newham schools and gain hands-on teaching experience in supportive, community-focused environments.

You’ll receive guidance from experienced mentors, train across a wide range of subjects, and in some areas, benefit from bursaries or scholarships to support your training.

If you know anyone interested in starting their career in teaching, please forward this and help them take their first step.

Apply today!
https://ncltrust.net/join-us/train-to-teach/

Celebrating excellence! 🌟

Huge congratulations to Rokeby School for their outstanding outcomes for disadvantaged pupils in 2024–25. Their dedication, hard work, and commitment to every child’s success place them among the very best schools nationally.

We’re proud to share their achievement and continue supporting schools that are leading the way in raising standards.

We are incredibly proud to share that Rokeby School has received a letter of congratulations from Bridget Phillipson, the Secretary of State for Education, recognising the outstanding outcomes achieved by our disadvantaged pupils in 2024 to 2025.

Our results place Rokeby among the very best schools nationally, a huge achievement that reflects the dedication of our staff, the determination of our pupils and our unwavering belief that every child can succeed.

We are especially proud that our work supporting disadvantaged pupils has been highlighted as an example of what is possible when ambition and commitment come together. Thank you to our whole school community for making this happen.

We look forward to continuing to share our practice and working with others to help raise standards for all children.

We’re hiring at Newham Community Learning!

We currently have 5 exciting vacancies across our two schools in Plaistow, offering opportunities to make a real difference in our local community. Roles include:

🎻 Visiting Music Teacher – Violin (Fixed term until July 2026, Lister Community School)

👶 Daycare Manager – The Nest at Portway (Permanent, EYFS leadership)

✨ Specialist Provision Leader – Portway Primary School (Permanent, part-time, SEND focus)

🏫 Deputy Headteacher – Behaviour & Safeguarding, Lister Community School (Permanent, full-time) 🏫

🌈 Assistant Headteacher – Portway Primary School (Permanent, part-time, SEND leadership)

If you’re passionate about education, supporting children, and being part of a thriving local community, we’d love to hear from you.

📝 Apply now: https://www.ncltrust.net/join-us/work-with-us/current-vacancies/

Don’t miss your chance to join our team and help every child thrive!

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