Your Complete 2025-26 Suite of UK Teaching and School Leadership Qualifications - right on your doorsteps
UK Department for Education’s National Professional Qualifications to Develop School Leadership
TUOPU & LLSE Now recruiting for Autumn 2025 Cohort in China, East and South-East Asia, & East Africa Hubs
Qualified Teacher Status with the universities of Sunderland and Derby
Diploma in Training
CPD Workshops (contributing to school induction in August 2025)
Coaching & Mentoring Certificate
The National College CPD Platform for International Schools
NPQs are UK DfE qualifications with LLSE as licensed providers.
Candidates will be registered with DfE.
For October 2025, we bring you a special NPQSL+: FOUR top-end qualifications in ONE:
For the cost of one postgraduate programme, you get everything you need to be an accredited headteacher / school leader:
1. NPQ Senior Leadership Certificate from DfE
2. MA in Educational Leadership
3. Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management
4. Chartered Manager Status
Contact: admin@21ceducation.org NOW for more information.
Do not miss this one-time opportunity to stand out!
Upcoming Live Events - National Professional Qualifications
Academic Year 2025-2026 PD Qualifications - Enrolling NOW!
Qualifications available:
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NPQ Headship (18 months)
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NPQ Senior Leadership (18 months)
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NPQ Senior Leadership Extra (SL, MA, L7 Dip, CMI Status)
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NPQ Leading Teaching (12 months)
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NPQ Leading Behaviour & Culture (12 months)
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NPQ Leading Teacher Development (12 months)
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NPQ Specialist Extra with CMC (12 months)
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Qualifications available: -- NPQ Headship (18 months) -- NPQ Senior Leadership (18 months) -- NPQ Senior Leadership Extra (SL, MA, L7 Dip, CMI Status) -- NPQ Leading Teaching (12 months) -- NPQ Leading Behaviour & Culture (12 months) -- NPQ Leading Teacher Development (12 months) -- NPQ Specialist Extra with CMC (12 months) --
Running in China Hub - for Asia
New Nairobi Hub - for Africa in 2025
TUOPU SPECIAL REPORT
Live f2f Workshops - The Ultimate Experience of NPQ in China!
In partnership with schools, Tuopu ensures fidelity with DfE’s intent - organising and delivering live NPQ training events for participants in China.
On March 16, 2024, Tuopu, LLSE’s International Delivery Partner in China, organised and delivered the first live face-to-face National Professional Qualifications, in partnership with the prestigious Britannica International School Shanghai, part of Orbital Education group.
Tuopu CPD Model
For all educators in bilingual and international schools
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Get the DfE recognized certificate for leadership in schools
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Get a teaching qualification recognized by UK government’s of ofqual
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Meet other professionals and share ideas in CPD workshops
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Get membership for continuous, embedded and sustained CPD in schools
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This course will enable you to lead the teaching and learning for roles:
Coordinators
Specialist teaching and learning areas
Heads of faculties or sections
Working with Specialist Partners
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Tuopu is the International Delivery Partner of LLSE - a DfE Lead Provider of the National Professional Qualifications
NPQs are suitable for: Leaders/ Coordinators/Principals
www.llse.org.uk
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Tuopu is a partner representation of The National College, the World-leading Platform for Whole School In-house Professional Development
www.nationalcollege.com
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Bridging premier international and bilingual schools in China with talented educators across the globe.
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Tuopu is the first collaborative partner of EURUS - Teacher Recruitment and Development Specialist for International and Bilingual Schools in China
Meet all your recruitment and staffing needs
www.eurusrecruit.com
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Tuopu is an approved training centre of Training Qualifications UK (ESEA) for the delivery of the Diploma in Education and & Training for entry into teaching profession
www.tquk.hk
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Tuopu is an international education training company registered in China with office and training facilities in the beautiful coastal city of Yantai - Shandong Province.
Company No. 91370600MA3UWBQL17
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21C International is the parent company of Tuopu, with registered office in the UK.
Partnership No. OC431675
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No matter your education or career level, there's an opportunity for all. Invest in your future and development.
Expressions of Interest for Autumn 2025 Cohorts
National Professional Qualifications open now for:
NPQH, NPQSL, NPQLT, NPQLTD, NPQLBC
with NPQSL Extra (SL, MA, L7 Dip, CMI Chartered Status)
October 2025 start!
Ongoing enrollment on Qualified Teacher Status (UK licence) Preparation Programme.
We had 7 Qualified Teachers in China international schools last semester. Don’t miss out again!
Benefits of NPQs?
‘More valuable and more relevant in education than Masters and PhDs!’
NPQs are designed and quality-assured by UK Department of Education (DfE)
NPQs are designed for and to make school leaders
NPQs are designed for participants to develop expertise for and in school leadership
NPQs are implemented by DfE licensed lead providers and their approved Delivery Partners
Upon successful completion, the NPQ certificate is issued by DfE
Curriculum and assessment are in line with standards and expectations of DfE
Access to LLSE’s world-class learning platform developed by leading education experts.
Whole CPD Suite for Teaching and Leadership.
What are NPQs?
‘Globally recognised certificate of school leadership. Suitable for teachers + leaders in international and bilingual schools.’
The National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) are Department of Education (UK) qualifications for educational leadership. NPQs are professional development courses for teachers and leaders in schools, colleges and early years settings.
The courses have been developed in collaboration with education experts and are informed by up-to-date research and evidence. There are a range of different options to choose from, suitable for teachers and leaders at any stage of their career. Participants will be registered with the UK Department of Education for a Teacher Reference Number before the start of their course.
UK Certification for your career growth
Live and On-Demand Workshops & Webinars
International Education Support (Schools & Universities)
Special Educational & Cultural Exchange Programmes
Whole school Continuing Professional Development with The National College (UK)
Supporting improvement and excellence in international schools
As the National College partner in China, East and South East Asia, Tuopu is right here to support you with membership of the world leading CPD platform - providing the best platform to support the L&D / PD coordinators.
On-Demand Certified Courses for all Phases, Settings and Contexts in China
Nurseries
International Schools
Parents & Careers
Primary Schools & Academies
Independent Schools Trust & Groups
Special Schools
Trust & Groups
Organizations
We develop China-UK opportunities for certified PD in education for ALL teachers
International Education
7.9%
growth rate of bilingual schools
549,000
teaching staff
34%
Of all international schools now offering bilingual or multi-lingual learning
5.66 million
Students of all international schools
Meet the Founder- Sam Morgan
International Education Training Consultant
Professional Development and School Leadership Programme Designer.
20+ years in teaching with UK QTS + TEFL certified; CPD keynote speaker. Examiner with recognition from JCQ. Experience and training in leadership from Institute of Education (London) and the National College of School Leadership. Cambridge Facilitator. Participation in EU Future Classroom programme. Designer: UK-Italy+Germany e-twin project with funding.
Academic Credentials:
• Erasmus Mundus Scholar - MA in Applied Ethics (Norwegian University of Science and Technology - NTNU and Utrecht University in the Netherlands)
• Alumnus of University of East Anglia - Postgraduate Certificate in Education
• Alumnus of University of Greenwich - BA First Class Honours in Philosophy
Rob Ford, Partner & Educator
Rob is an experienced and accomplished teacher, headteacher and ICF qualified coach from the UK. He has a background in primary education and has worked in several international schools in Europe and Asia. With a master’s degree in educational leadership, Rob has a commitment to supporting the professional growth of educators and fostering positive change in the lives of young people.
ACC MA NPQH BEd
Contact: robfordcoaching@gmail.com
TESTIMONIALS
What is your most important take-away from your NPQ journey?
The commitment and professionalism of facilitators and coach has been really encouraging and very friendly.
What aspect of the NPQ and its delivery stands out for you?
Having the opportunity to meet like minded professionals on my course. Be inspired by facilitators and other NPQ cohort.
FAQs
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Fees depend on the teaching qualification you have chosen.
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Delivery is both synchronous and asynchronous. To learn more, sign up for a FREE PROSPECTUS
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We have NPQ courses that are highly in demand.
Enrollment is now open for February 2024 cohort.
For more information on NPQ, e-mail: npq-international@21ceducation.org
Your Diploma in Education & Training is tailored to meet your individual teaching circumstances. The award and the portfolio of evidence is used for QTS AoR application.
For more information on Diploma & QTS, e-mail: diploma@21ceducation.org