To apply for a Recognised Award, you must:

• Ensure you meet the requirements applicable to the Award you wish to apply for
• Complete the appropriate Recognised Award online application, referring to the template policies below, as necessary
• Submit the completed application and any necessary accompanying documentation to CDMT, together with your application fee

Upon receipt, CDMT will check, verify and process your application (please allow up to four weeks for this to be completed). The schedule of fees is as follows:

• Recognised School - £100 per year
• Recognised Teacher (individual) award - £30 per year (Note that Principals of Recognised Schools are offered the discounted annual rate of £20)

Note that all awards are renewable annually.

To apply online for the Recognised School or Recognised Teacher award click here

If you have any questions or require assistance, please telephone 020 7240 5703 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Template Policies:

• Children and Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy
• Code of Professional Conduct for Teachers
• Continuing Professional Development Policy
• Contract for Freelance or Self-Employed Staff
• Contract of Employment Guidelines
• Equal Opportunities Policy
• Customer Service Policy
• Health and Safety Policy

Requirements:

Nine Requirements for Recognised Schools

Six Requirements for Recognised Teachers