Student teaching placements are a key part of becoming a teacher. They give future educators hands-on experience and a first taste of working life in schools. But how much does the specific school they're placed in matter?

This project looks at how different types of placements affect whether student teachers complete their education and choose to stay in the profession. It also examines what kinds of schools they go on to work in. The goal is to build a more evidence-based approach to teacher education - one that supports both teacher development and recruitment.