Corporate College of Preceptors 1846- College of Teachers GB/366/132 Dates of existence: f. 1846 Mandate, functions and sphere of activity: The College was founded, by a group of private schoolmasters from Brighton who were concerned about standards within their profession. It pioneered a system for the formal examination and qualification of secondary school teachers and many teachers have acquired the qualifications of the College: ACP (Associate), LCP (Licentiate) and FCP (Fellow). It was also one of the first bodies to examine and provide certificates for secondary school pupils of both sexes, from all over England and Wales, at different levels, and in a wide variety of subjects. Through its publications, meetings, lectures and discussions, the College also participated in debates on examinations, standards and a wide range of professional and educational issues, particularly those affecting private schooling. Many influential educationists have been associated with the College, either as members of Council or as lecturers or advisers, including Joseph Payne (1808-1876), Frances Mary Buss (1827-1894), and Sir John Adams (1857-1934). The College continues to provide in-service qualifications for teachers. Corporate Deposited/Corporate/COP 11/10/1999 Hjralmp 13/09/2007 Mkklibyz College of Teachers; 1846- College of Teachers 887af4db-6d82-4d2c-9239-0bd7455878c9