Teaching & Learning Academy

The Teaching & Learning Academy (TLA)[1] is a multi-stage training and mentoring programme offered to teachers and other school staff in England.

It is designed to offer "public and professional recognition for teachers' learning, development and improvement work".

[4] At the heart of the TLA are six core dimensions, based on research relating to professional development for teachers.

[6] Since 2011, the structure has been divided into four main categories:[7] These members simply have access to the TLA's online resources.

These members are taking part in TLA Accreditation, which aligns to Levels 4-8 of the National Qualifications Framework.

[8] Stage Two required the “sphere of influence” to be extended so the teacher's learning affected their colleagues.

The presentation demands were increased at Stage Two; a teacher was required to complete a learning breakthrough.