NPQs
National Professional Qualifications
Breaking News: NPQ Applications Now Open for Cohort 5!
OneCornwall is partnering with Leading Schools South West to deliver DfE-funded NPQ programmes for the 2025/26 academic year!
Thanks to confirmation from the Department for Education, Cohort 5 applications are now officially OPEN — and with only one intake this year starting in November 2025, early application is strongly recommended.
What You Need to Know
✅ Applications are live now
Submit yours anytime via this link
✅ DfE Registration Required
The DfE registration portal opens on 9 September 2025
🔗 Register via the DfE here
✅ Scholarship Funding Criteria
DfE will update scholarship eligibility – we recommend checking before you apply
🔗 Stay up to date with funding info
✅ Application Reviews Begin 8 September
Get your form in early for priority review
✅ Only One Cohort This Year
There will be no second intake – secure your spot now for November 2025
Don’t Miss Out – Funded Places Are Limited!
If you’re considering taking the next step in your leadership journey, now is the time. NPQs offer nationally recognised qualifications with real-world impact — and thanks to DfE funding, many places are fully funded for eligible applicants.
Spread the Word
Please share this announcement with colleagues and school leaders across your network. Whether you're looking to lead teaching, behaviour, literacy, or senior leadership, there’s an NPQ pathway for you.
