Skip to main content

NPQ Programme Guide 2026_NPQH

Page 1


NPQ Headteacher

AT A GLANCE

Programme Duration 18 months

8 Face-to-Face/Online Events

Total Learning Hours 75 hours

Language

Cost of Programme

12250 + VAT

Aims of the Programme

NPQH gives participants all of the essential knowledge, skills and concepts that underpin successful Headship Participants cover key learning across:

School culture, teaching, curriculum and assessment, behaviour, additional and special educational needs and disabilities, professional development, organisational management, implementation, working in partnership, governance and accountability

Target Audience

School leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, a Headteacher or head of school with responsibility for leading a school

Strengthen your ability to lead others effectively, using practical approaches that translate directly into day-to-day school leadership.

Deepen your understanding of how schools improve, with a focus on using research and evidence to inform your actions

Gain space to step back from operational demands, allowing you to think critically about your leadership approach and future direction

Grow in confidence when taking on new challenges, supported by a clearer sense of purpose and leadership direction. Open up opportunities for career progression, supported by a recognised qualification valued across a wide range of educational settings.

Create a more unified leadership approach, where leaders work with shared clarity and consistency across the organisation.

Improve the quality of teaching and learning over time, through structured, evidence-informed development Equip staff to respond effectively to change, ensuring leadership decisions are thoughtful, timely, and impactful Develop a team that actively evaluates and adapts practice, leading to meaningful improvements for pupils and staff. Ensure leadership capacity is sustained and grown, reducing reliance on individuals and building long-term organisational strength

“The NPQH deepened my understanding of governance and accountability, giving me the clarity and confidence to lead with integrity It strengthened my ability to navigate different structures, meet statutory responsibilities, and ensure my team understands their role within a culture of transparency and accountability ”

– School Principal

Developing Leadership Impact (For Participants)
Strengthening Whole-School Practice (For Schools)

UCL IOE are Number 1 in the world for Education for the 13th year in a row and rated Outstanding by Oftsed. Infinite Learning is UCL’s largest International Delivery Partner

Since 2016, we have taken over 4000 participants through various iterations of the NPQs.

We are based in Dubai and have a team dedicated to the running and delivery of the NPQs

All our facilitators and guest speakers are practicing senior leaders in GCC schools. They have extensive knowledge and experience, enabling them to contextualise the programme content effectively, thus enriching the face-to-face experience for participants

Our delivery model is fully blended and offers face-to-face days at all levels, either virtually or in-school.

An in-school implementation project remains an integral part of our delivery model, ensuring all stakeholders (participants, colleagues, students and the school as a whole) really benefit from the programme.

In partnership with The University of Birmingham Dubai, your NPQ with Infinite Learning can earn you up to 60 MA credits towards a 180-credit MA in Education. This allows you to complete your Masters in a shorter timeframe and only pay for the remaining university credits Masters Credits

Leadership Audit

Online Self-directed Study

Peer Learning Group 1

Face to Face Event 1

Formative Assessment Task

Mentor Check-in

Programme

Leadership Audit

Online Self-directed Study

Peer Learning Group 2

Face to Face Event 2

Peer Learning Group 3

Formative Assessment Task

Mentor Check-in

Scan the QR code to learn more and apply

Leadership Audit

Online Self-directed Study

Face to Face Event 3

Peer Learning Group 4

Formative Assessment Task

Mentor Check-in

Turn static files into dynamic content formats.

Create a flipbook
NPQ Programme Guide 2026_NPQH by Infinite Learning - Issuu