Large-scale Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs on “Safe and Effective AI in Education” are being rolled out from mid-2025. The government has set a target of at least 80% of teachers completing basic AI safety training by the end of 2027.
Training is designed to help teachers understand AI safety, bias, data protection, and ethical use in educational contexts. This represents a mandated and funded teacher training initiative, though not yet with 80% achieved completion.
Who it affects: All teachers in England (primary and secondary); school leaders; educational professionals.
What is notably missing: Specification of what “basic AI safety training” entails; details on delivery mechanism (online, in-person, blended); information on how teachers’ time/workload is being managed; clarity on consequences for non-completion.