Appropriate Body (AB)
We are delighted to announce that Chiltern Teaching School Hub (CTSH) has been chosen as the designated Appropriate Body for Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire (East & North). Our partnership with local induction services enables us to offer exceptional support and ensure the highest standards for teacher induction.
In our role as an appropriate body, we take great pride in our responsibility to quality assure statutory teacher induction. This includes the crucial task of making the final determination as to whether an Early Careers Teacher (ECT) has successfully met the Teachers' Standards.
By assuming this vital role, we aim to provide expert guidance, assistance, and quality assurance throughout the induction process. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to supporting ECTs in their professional development and ensuring that they receive the necessary resources and mentorship to thrive in their teaching careers.
At CTSH, we understand the significance of a robust and rigorous induction period for new teachers. We believe that by upholding the highest standards of practice, we contribute to the overall enhancement of the education system in our region. Our commitment to excellence and dedication to fostering a supportive environment for ECTs underpin our mission to cultivate a generation of highly skilled and passionate educators.
We are excited about this opportunity to serve as the Appropriate Body for teacher induction in Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire (East & North). Through our collaboration with local induction services, we are confident in our ability to provide exemplary support, professional guidance, and the assurance of meeting the Teachers' Standards. Together, we will empower ECTs to excel in their teaching journey and positively impact the lives of countless students in our communities.
Our Appropriate Body Services are charged at £450 per Early Careers Teacher, covering the 2-year induction.
Please pick your local authority below for support relevant to your area
Bedford
Bedford Team 
Register for InductionFAQsResources
Contact: ctshadmin@chilternlearningtrust.org
Central Bedfordshire
Central Bedfordshire Team
Register for InductionFAQsResources
Contact: ctshadmin@chilternlearningtrust.org
Hertfordshire (N&E)
Chiltern Teaching School Hub is the Appropriate Body for Hertfordshire (East & North) partnered with HFL education for local induction services. ChilternTSH will be responsible for your ECTs induction with the HFL team working closely with you to support with school visits, ECT support and queries.
North & East Hertfordshire AB Team
Register for InductionECT HandbookFAQs HFL ECT sessions
Contact: ect.induction@hfleducation.org
Tel: 01438 544472
Luton
Luton Team
Register for InductionFAQsResources
Contact: ctshadmin@chilternlearningtrust.org
Milton Keynes
Chiltern Teaching School Hub is the Appropriate Body for Milton Keynes partnered with Milton Keynes Partnership Advisors (MKPA) education for local induction services. ChilternTSH will be responsible for your ECTs induction with the MKPA team working closely with you to support with school visits, ECT support and queries.
Milton Keynes Team 
Register for InductionFAQsResources
Contact: ctshadmin@chilternlearningtrust.org
Induction Handbook
chiltern teaching school hub induction handbook 2024.pdf
Induction Tutor training support
induction tutor online training pptx.pdf
QTS and Induction Certificates
Once induction has been completed ECTs will be notified that they have successfully completed induction. QTS and induction certificates can be downloaded below.
QTS and Induction Certificates