120 hours / 6 months
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$170 USD / £140 GBP / ₹11,800 INR
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London College of Teachers (UK) · Pre-Primary & Primary Education
Pre and Primary Teacher Training
A multi-level online teacher-training pathway for educators preparing to teach preschool and primary-age learners, with options from Certificate to Integrated Master Level.
Study modeOnline / self-paced Duration120 hours / 6 months Options5 published options
Programme Overview
Programme overview, study structure and entry information.
Review the programme structure, entry requirements, assessment and fees alongside your existing qualifications, experience and professional goals before choosing this course.
Pre and Primary Teacher Training is intended for educators who want to work with preschool and primary-age learners. The published programme progresses from foundational study to advanced planning, case-study and research-oriented work.
The programme information currently publishes five study options, including extended Master Level pathways that combine the main programme with additional professional-development certificates.
Fees, Duration & Eligibility
Programme options
Programme information updated 8 August 2026. Confirm the final payable amount and any entry conditions before payment.
Published INR prices include GST where the original LCT UK page states this. Degree-programme fees are shown in EUR where published. Pricing, taxes, certification and graduation charges can change.
Who is this course for?Aspiring and practising preschool, pre-primary and primary teachers who want structured training in child development, pedagogy, lesson design and classroom practice.
How to decide if this course fits your goal
Pre and Primary Teacher Training suits learners who want a wider age range than a nursery-only programme. The practical value comes from learning how expectations change as children move from play-rich early learning into more structured primary teaching.
When comparing levels, think about the complexity of the work you want to do. Higher levels should help you move beyond activity ideas into planning, assessment, classroom management and reflective decision-making.
What you should be able to do after the course
- Plan lessons for different developmental stages between preschool and primary years.
- Sequence learning from simple experiences to more structured tasks.
- Use classroom routines and positive management strategies.
- Adapt teaching for different readiness levels within one class.
- Discuss curriculum, assessment and child-development choices in a professional interview.
Before you enrol
- Confirm whether your target school requires a formal teaching licence in addition to professional training.
- Decide whether you want a preschool, lower-primary or broader foundation-stage role.
- Use the extended Master-level options only if the additional subjects match a real professional need.
Curriculum
- Stages of child development
- Educational philosophy and teaching approaches
- Lesson design and lesson planning
- Curriculum planning
- Classroom administration and management
- Case studies and project work at higher levels
- Research-oriented work at advanced levels
Assessment
- MCQ questions are included in each module.
- Answer keys are provided for review after attempts.
- Upper-level learners develop projects, lesson plans or case studies.
- Instructors review submitted work and assign grades.
How it works
- Apply online and select the appropriate study level.
- Complete enrolment and receive access to learning materials.
- Work through modules and complete the required MCQs and assignments.
- Submit advanced projects or case studies where required.
- Receive certification after successful completion.
Frequently asked questions
What is the eligibility for Pre and Primary Teacher Training?
The current programme information lists Class 10 for the Certificate, Class 10 for the Diploma and a graduate qualification for the PG Diploma. Entry criteria for the extended Master Level options should be confirmed with admissions.
How long are the courses?
Published options range from 120 hours over 6 months to 580 hours over 24 months.
What do the Master Level options include?
They combine the PG Diploma in Pre & Primary Teacher Training with additional professional-development subjects. The Master Level includes any two of the listed options, while the Integrated Master Level includes all of them.
How is assessment completed?
Assessment includes module MCQs and, for upper-level study, projects, lesson plans or case studies reviewed by instructors.
Next step
Ready to discuss Pre and Primary Teacher Training?
Apply online or ask admissions to confirm your entry level, fees and certification before you enrol.