Teacher CPD Academy is an evidence-informed professional development service provided by InnerDrive, designed to help schools and colleges create engaging and effective CPD programmes for their teaching staff. The platform delivers a comprehensive library of resources covering a diverse range of educational topics, from cognitive science to pedagogy, with new content added every month. It aims to improve teaching quality and consistency across educational institutions by embedding research-based practice over time. Teacher CPD Academy is more than just a platform—it is a full service that supports schools throughout their professional development journey.

The service covers a wide variety of topics including Rosenshine's Principles, Cognitive Load Theory, Adaptive Teaching, Scaffolding, Metacognition, Growth Mindset, Developing Independent Learners, Delivering Feedback, and Asking Effective Questions. Key benefits include engaging content designed to capture teacher interest, flexibility to fit each school's unique context and PD plan, and dedicated success management through a personal account manager. High-quality, pre-prepared resources save leadership teams significant time while ensuring all staff receive a consistent message. The platform also models effective teaching techniques by interleaving key concepts and research throughout the courses.

Schools typically incorporate Teacher CPD Academy into their annual staff CPD programme, aligning it with their school development plan. Leadership teams use the resources to deliver unified training across departments, while individual teachers engage with webinars and courses to grow their knowledge and confidence. Departments then integrate takeaways into classroom practice, enhancing the overall learning experience for pupils across the school.