Southampton Training Centre
Welcome to the i2i Southampton Training Centre
Our Southampton Training Centre is based at Wildern School in Hedge End Village on the eastern outskirts of Southampton in Hampshire, with ready access to the M27. Hedge End station is a 20 minute walk or a short bus ride from the school, with regular rail services to/from Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester and London. Wildern School serves as both a training centre and a partner school.
Partner Schools
The Southampton Training Centre works with a diverse range of schools across Hampshire and the South Coast, all committed to providing a high quality training environment with the support of experience, skilled and committed practitioners:
> Admiral Lord Nelson School, Portsmouth
> Brockenhurst College, Brockenhurst, New Forest
> Brookfield Community School, Southampton
> Cams Hill School, Portchester, Fareham
> Christ the King School, Isle of Wight
> Crestwood Community School, Eastleigh
> Cowes Enterprise College, Isle of Wight
> Crookhorn College, Waterlooville, Portsmouth
> Deer Park School, Hedge End, Southampton
> Fareham Academy, Fareham
> Horndean Technology College, Horndean, Portsmouth
> Hounsdown School, Totton, Southampton
> Isle of Wight Sixth Form College
> King's Academy Brune Park School, Fareham
> King's Academy Bay House School, Gosport
> Mountbatten School, Romsey
> Noadswood School, Dibden Purlieu, New Forest
> Oasis Academy Sholing, Southampton
> Park Community School, Havant
> Priestlands School, Lymington
> Redbridge Community School, Southampton
> St Edmund's Catholic School, Portsmouth
> St George's Catholic School, Southampton
> St Mark's C of E School, Southampton
> Testwood Sports College, Totton, Southampton
> The Hamble School, Hamble, Southampton
> The Hayling College, Hayling Island, Portsmouth
> Toynbee School, Eastleigh
> Upper Shirley High School, Southampton
> Wildern School, Hedge End, Southampton
> Woodlands Community College, Southampton
> Wyvern College, Eastleigh, Southampton
In 2025, the Fareham & Gosport Primary joined the i2i Teaching Partnership and became an accredited provider for i2i Primary Teacher Training. Together we offer a highly supportive primary teacher training programme with a dynamic curriculum tailored to meet your individual needs as a trainee teacher.
Train to Teach with the i2i Teaching Partnership's Southampton Training Centre
Our Programme Structure
As an i2i Southampton Centre trainee, you’ll experience a dynamic blend of high-quality training and real classroom practice. Each week, you’ll spend one day at our Southampton Training Centre at the Wildern School, in Hedge End on the outskirts of Southampton, and four days in your placement school, giving you the perfect balance of theory and hands-on experience.
Expert Training
Your weekly Pedagogical and Professional Studies sessions are interactive, research-informed, and designed to build both your theoretical understanding of teaching and your practical skills. Through these sessions, you will deepen your knowledge of pedagogy, strengthen your analytical and critical thinking abilities, and develop the reflective habits essential for effective teaching.
A Supportive Community
Training with i2i means joining a warm and collaborative community. Your centre-based days provide a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow trainees, share experiences, and build a strong support network that will stay with you throughout your training journey.
Learning in Schools from Day One
From your very first days on the i2i programme, you will be actively involved in your placement school, making a real and immediate difference. You will begin by observing and shadowing experienced colleagues, gradually taking on more responsibility as your confidence grows—planning lessons, leading learning, and applying the knowledge gained during your training days.
Tailored Placements
Your main placement school is carefully selected with your needs in mind. We consider a range of factors, including your location and, importantly, the availability of a highly skilled Mentor who will guide, challenge and support you every step of the way. This personalised approach ensures you receive the individual attention and encouragement you need to thrive.
Meet The Team
Clare Jeffery
SCITT Director
Kate O'Donnell
Lead Mentor
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