Teachers learn most effectively when professional development is rooted in their context. As such, the KICP Teacher Professional Development programme (TPD) offers workshops informed by the realities of the South African education system, adapting packages to meet the needs of the teachers and school leaders who work with the country’s children daily.

In partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education (KZNDoE), KICP offers workshops that are responsive to the needs identified by schools and the Department itself. These workshops are designed to drive sustainable change in both schools and the wider communities they serve. School leaders and teachers sent to the workshops are expected to cascade information they have learnt to other staff members when they return to school, thus helping to ensure that the skills and strategies learnt can be effectively integrated into their school environments. This collaborative model supports the development of strong professional networks and the ongoing improvement of teaching and learning practices.

KICP currently facilitates in-service workshops on school premises and at designated education hubs. These hubs offer central, accessible locations that support the growth of professional learning communities. The programme has already shown significant impact, with strong support from the KZNDoE and the emergence of communities of practice at the circuit level.