Teacher Professional Learning (TPL) Fund
The TPL Fund aims to ensure all schools can access high-quality professional learning, providing schools with dedicated funding to support professional development over a three-year period.
The £31 million investment will support the ongoing development of teachers and school leaders across Northern Ireland. This funding forms a key part of the Department’s TransformED NI Strategy launched in March 2025. The Strategy sets out a clear vision for transforming teaching and learning, with a strong emphasis on excellence, equity and efficiency.
To support planning, details of each school’s funding allocation are provided in the attached spreadsheets. These figures are intended to guide planning and should be viewed as indicative.
Guidance Document for Schools on the Operation of the TPL Fund 2025/26 - 2027/28
Please see below official guidance for the Teacher Professional Learning (TPL) Fund.
This document outlines:
- The purpose and aims of the TPL Fund
- Funding allocations and eligibility criteria
- Strategic priorities for professional learning
- Approved expenditure categories
- Planning and reporting requirements
The TPL Fund represents a significant investment in teacher development, supporting improved teaching quality and pupil outcomes across Northern Ireland.
A summary leaflet which explains how schools can access and use the TPL Fund to support strategic staff development, can also be found at the link below.
TPL Fund Guidance Document and Summary Leaflet
For further support, schools can contact the Teacher Education and Professional Learning Team at teachereducation@education-ni.gov.uk.