NPQ Senior Leader
Programme Duration
18 months
Events
8 Face-to-Face/Online Events
Total Learning Hours
75 hours
Language English
Cost of Programme
7200 + VAT
UK DfE Certified
NPQSL gives participants all of the essential knowledge, skills and concepts that underpin successful senior leadership Participants will 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 Aims of the Programme
Target Audience
School leaders who are, or are aspiring to be, a senior leader with cross-school responsibilities
An experienced middle leader, a recent Deputy Headteacher, an Assistant Headteacher, and other senior staff
Leadership Impact (For Participants)
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.
Strengthening Whole-School Practice (For Schools)
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 NPQSL programme strengthened my leadership across key areas and gave me practical strategies I could apply immediately. I now feel more confident leading teams and driving whole-school improvement ”
– Primary Leader
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
Professional Development Behaviour Teaching Curriculum and Assessment Additional and SEND Organisational Management Working in Partnership Governance and Accountability
School Culture
Leadership Audit
Online Self-directed Study
Peer Learning Group 1
Face to Face Event 1
Formative Assessment Task
Mentor Check-in
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
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Leadership Audit
Online Self-directed Study
Face to Face Event 3
Peer Learning Group 4
Formative Assessment Task
Mentor Check-in
Apply at www infinitelearning ae/course/npqsl Email samrina@infinitelearning.ae for more information.