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Maritime Academy

Our mission is to offer a unique opportunity to learn in a modern setting with traditional values. Our school will ensure that students are confident, respectful and responsible young people, who are able to face the challenges of modern society.

About our school experience

Details

Having some school experience is extremely beneficial if you are considering training to be a teacher: it allows you to see the nature of the role and make sure that it is right for you before you apply or undertake your training.
TSAT Teacher Training would like to support potential applicants to gain this invaluable experience. As part of your experience, you will have the opportunity to see a typical day in the life of our school.
Our school experience will include:
• observe lessons
• see how teachers manage a classroom
• find out how specific subjects are taught
• speak to teachers and interact with pupils
• learn more about teacher training - including the application and interview process

Start and finish times
9.30am to 2.30pm - Flexible

We will work with the candidate to accommodate their availability.

Dress code

Business dress, Cover up tattoos

Teacher training

Thinking Horizons (TSAT) can provide QTS and PGCE.

Find out more about our teacher training

Links to more information about our school

Entry requirements

You must:

    • Must not have been accepted onto another teacher training course
    • Must have a degree
    • Photo identification: Passport or Driving Licence
DBS check required

No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.

Placement dates

Date School phase Experience type
26 March 2026

Secondary

All subjects

In school Start request

Location

Address
Chalk Lane, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4YG
Map showing Maritime Academy
Parking

Yes - on site parking provided

There is parking available on site, however, should the car park be full when you arrive, it is possible to park on the streets surrounding the school. We ask that you please be considerate of our neighbours and ensure that you do not block any driveways or garages.

Disability and access details

We offer facilities and provide an inclusive environment for students, staff and school experience candidates with disability and access needs. We're happy to discuss your disability or access needs before or as part of your school experience request.

Address
Chalk Lane, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4YG
School phases
Secondary (11 to 16)
DBS check required

No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.

Subjects
  • Art and design
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computing
  • Design and technology
  • Drama
  • English
  • French
  • History
  • Maths
  • Music
  • Physical education
  • Physics
  • Religious education