This is an essential text for all primary trainees covering the fundamental issues for learning & teaching in primary schools today. It motivates & challenges trainees at the same time as guiding them through the Standards for the Award of QTS. Chapters explore the major themes in teacher education such as behaviour communication & creativity encouraging reflection on key questions & professional dilemmas. In addition two key chapters provide specific advice to help trainees interpret & fully understand the standards with strategies for successfully implementing them & demonstrating how each of the standards can be met.