SAPERE Courses Overview
SAPERE courses and training in P4C can be commissioned across the UK. Details of courses available are on this website under “Training Courses” at the right.
One Day Courses & INSET
P4C is a skills based approach to teaching and learning for any age, any ability and with any subject. SAPERE courses can be targetted at single or mixed key stage groups. SAPERE can provide courses and INSET sessions in most parts of the UK.
It was absolutely superb. It will certainly make me reflect on my own practice and most definitely make changes. I can’t wait to get started.
SAPERE can arrange training for you. Please contact us to discuss your needs, costs etc. admin@sapere.org.uk
Certificated SAPERE Courses
There are 3 SAPERE courses: Level 1, 2 and 3. All these courses are validated at Masters Level by Oxford Brookes University. In order to claim Masters credit you need to attend a course that is run by a SAPERE trainer who is also an accredited Oxford Brookes Tutor. It is clear on our list of Registered Trainers and on the advertised courses which are accreditable. For further information about Masters credit and Oxford Brookes see Information about SAPERE Accredited Courses. You may also be interested to know of the Masters Degree in Mind, Brain and Learning
Level 1: A practical 12-hour introduction (usually over two full days), leading to a certificate of attendance. The course focuses on the theory and practice of developing communities of enquiry. SAPERE Level 1 Course Information
Level 2: For those who have completed a Level One course. It leads to a nationally recognised Certificate in the Theory and Practice of Philosophical Enquiry in Education. This course involves 24 hours of further theory and guided practice, followed by a minimum of 15 hours classroom practice and written assignment.
Level 3: For those who have completed a Level Two course with written assignment. This concentrates on the philosophical tradition and on exploring different fields of philosophical enquiry. This involves 15 hours of self-directed study, 30 taught hours and written assignment.
The courses involve interactive workshop sessions supported by the appropriate explanation of theory.
If you are interested in such courses or would like an INSET day organised in your school, then please contact us.