The Centro Territorial de Innovación y Formación Madrid-Oeste was created to carry out teacher professional development activities approved by the Regional Ministry of Education. It coordinates and manages development programs for in-service teachers in state and state-funded schools located in the regional area. Key functions include detecting training needs, advising schools, and promoting teaching innovation. In the 2014-2015 academic year, the Centre organized 275 development activities attended by over 3,000 teachers, including courses, seminars, and work groups.