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We have an impressive record of success in ITT including the Graduate Trainee programme. More than 25 trainees each year come to us from our partner Higher Education institutes.


The school accepts Graduate Trainees in all subjects, for further information contact:

Jim Mitchell
jmitchell@rbhs.co.uk

Jean Edge
jedge@rbhs.co.uk

Martin Keene
mkeene@rbhs.co.uk

What have some of our trainees said?


'My mentor provided valuable advice - the training department was excellent'.

University of Manchester trainee - Mathematics (Autumn 2004)


'The ongoing support at Rivington was excellent'.

MMU trainee - Art & Design (Spring 2005)


'Very enjoyable experience - I really feel my placement at RBHS has been both useful and rewarding'.

University of Manchester trainee - Science (Spring 2005)


'I have really benefited from my time at RBHS, I have learned a lot which can be carried forward during my next practice'.

Edge Hill trainee - MFL (Spring 2006)


'This placement was fantastic. The whole department were welcoming and supportive.'

University of Manchester Trainee – Science (2008/2009)


'The school and department were very supportive. The resources are superb and the staff are always there to help and support.'

University of Manchester Trainee – Design Technology (2008/2009)


'I have thoroughly enjoyed myself at Rivington & Blackrod High School. The staff are very experienced in training teachers and I have learnt so much.'

Edge Hill University Trainee – (2009/2010)