Chartered Teacher Status

Awarded by the Chartered College of Teaching, the Chartered Teacher Status pathway recognises practising teachers who demonstrate sustained engagement with research, professional knowledge and reflective practice. The programme combines structured study, written assessments and evidence of classroom practice, with candidates required to engage with current educational research and apply it within their own teaching context.

Routes are available for teachers at different stages of their career, including those new to chartered study and those seeking recertification. The accreditation framework covers areas such as pedagogy, subject knowledge, professional behaviours and the use of evidence in decision making.

Participants typically complete a series of assessed components over an extended period, supported by online learning materials, mentoring and access to professional networks through the College. The status is intended to provide a recognised marker of professional standing within the teaching profession and is used by schools, multi-academy trusts and individual practitioners across primary, secondary and further education settings in the United Kingdom.