We are changing education and have partnered with Liverpool City Council to make sure you have the opportunity to join us.
Through our fully funded programmes, school leaders are empowered and equipped to navigate today’s challenges and tomorrow’s strategy. Accelerate your career, progress your school and continue to serve your community without having to pay a penny using the apprenticeship levy.
We are now accepting registrations of interest for our 2025 cohorts. Submit your details now and one of our team will be in touch. November 2025 Cohort: Applications close November 7, 2025
This programme utilises the apprenticeship levy
We are now accepting registrations of interest for our 2025 cohorts. Submit your details now and one of our team will be in touch. November 2025 Cohort: Applications close November 7, 2025
This programme utilises the apprenticeship levy
We know how hard it is, and that is why we address every detail.
Working tirelessly to guide you through the programmes, our tutors will support you through the academic and apprenticeship elements of the programme.
Step-back and reflect on our learning days in beautiful venues that encourage you to switch off from the everyday and give you breathing space to focus on your progress.
#OurNCEJourney isn’t just a hashtag, it’s being a part learning community. Relationships formed from tutor groups, learning days and networking have had an incredible impact on learners experience.
Our tutors are former senior leaders who truly understand your role and the challenges you’ve faced, with many even completing our senior leadership programme.
From resources that refresh your ability to begin formal learning again, to live discussions helping you turn theory into practice, we give you the tools to ensure you are confident throughout your journey.
You too! I love our meetings . Hands down, this is one of the best things I’ve done. You know you’re onto a winner when there are opportunities carved in to implement your learning - the impact has been immense! Myself and my team have grown so much in 4 months as a result!
So pleased to have passed module 1 @TheNCE_ This was my first assignment for many years so I felt rusty in writing an academic paper. Thanks for all the support @SusannahGriff45 #ourncejourney
Tutor Support, Mark Ellis and Mia Jones have been fantastic.
I love listening to all of the experts and soaking in their knowledge.
The level of support from SLT tutors, thought-provoking lectures and resources to make you question your everyday practice.
Inspirational NCE team and speakers.
With each new piece of learning, I feel empowered.
High quality tutors, presenters, materials and support
I love the PLDs, with such high quality speakers and the NCE podcasts.
Excellent range of speakers and superb support from James Potter
The quality of tutors and lecturers has been a real highlight.
The depth of knowledge and support from many different schools of thought beyond education.
I am learning so much about myself as a leader and about leadership overall. Networking with colleagues is great and I am fully supported by the NCE team.
Excellent professional learning days and support from tutors.
I have felt empowered to be confident about my work.
It has been an opportunity to explore, reflect and practice some of the theoretical aspects of Leadership and gain a wider perspective on school improvement.
Get your name down before it's too late. Demand is high, which means the next time you come to this page, it could be a waiting list.
