Welcome to the QET Professional Development Academy!

At QET, we are dedicated to fostering continuous growth and excellence in education. Our Professional Development pages are designed to support educators, leaders, and professionals in enhancing their skills, expanding their knowledge, and staying ahead in an ever-evolving educational landscape.

Here, you'll find a range of tailored resources and links signposting you to further CPD opportunities to engage with the latest research, best practices, and innovative strategies. Whether you're looking to advance your career, refine your expertise, or collaborate with peers, we are here to provide the tools and support you need to succeed.

The six areas of the QET Professional Development Academy

You can navigate between the six areas of the QET Professional Development Academy using the menu on this page or jump to a section using the links below:

• Peer & self-guided development
• School-based professional development
• Mandatory training & qualifications
• Career development
• Learning communities
• Wider opportunities 

Our Professional Development Lead

Tom Colquhoun is the Professional Development Lead for QET.  He coordinates the Personal Development offer for all staff across the Trust.  He is also Director of Somerset Research School, based at The Blue School in Wells.  If you have any questions about the QET Professional Development Academy, or would like to contribute to the content or offer, please get in touch with him at tcolquhoun@haygrove-qet.co.uk