In this section you will find first-hand information and further resources to help you prepare for and pass the literacy skills test.
It is important that you demonstrate a high level of literacy in all areas of your work in school. This applies to all teachers, not just those with specific curricular responsibilities for literacy or English.
You will not be tested on your knowledge of the English national curriculum or on how to teach it.
Test content
Find out what type of questions you can expect in your literacy test.
Test format
The test is computerised and consists of on-screen and audio questions. Find out more about the test structure.
Practice materials
Get materials including tips on the areas of literacy covered and interactive online tests that will enable you to practice a test at home.
Glossary
Our helpful glossary gives you an at-a-glance overview of the terms you may encounter in the literacy test.
Further resources
Get our recommendations for books that can help you prepare for the literacy QTS skills test.
Help
If you need further assistance, you can e-mail our literacy helpdesk at: literacyhelpdesk@tda.gov.uk.
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