We have put together some guidance notes based on feedback we have received from schools that have been through a visit from OfSTED this term. The notes are available here.
Oct
21
Sep
21
The training directory for the academic year is now available here. We would suggest not printing the document off as changes may be made as the offer and venues may change as COVID-19 restrictions are eased/tightened.
Oct
20
Please see the attached video for senior schools regarding Covid 19 Infection Control input.
Oct
20
Please see the attached flyer. Holding Hearts Therapeutic Services are play therapists who have been funded to work with children in the county to deal with issues of bereavement and loss during the Covid 19 crisis. There is a free training session for any school based professional who would like... read more →
Oct
20
Dear Colleagues, We are relocating Ponteland Community High School to their new build, week commencing 19 October 2020. We are therefore able to offer some legacy furniture to other schools in Northumberland. Click HERE for more information.
Oct
20
See, Hear, Respond is a partnership initiative, funded by DfE which aims to provide rapid, early intervention, to minimise harm to children and youngpeople who don’t meet the threshold for statutory support during the Covid-19 crisis in England. It is:• Funded by the Department for Education and managed by Barnardo’s.•... read more →
Oct
20
Page summary - Guidance for schools and further education (FE) providers on the initial supply of coronavirus (COVID-19) home testing kits for pupils,teachers and staff. Change made - Updated the ‘Making an order for additional coronavirus tests’ with additional information for schools and FE providers inparticularly high risk areas who... read more →
Oct
20
Page summary - Best-practice standards for headteachers.Change made - Revised headteachers’ standards 2020 and headteachers’ standards: report of the review published.
Oct
20
The Schools Forum is currently seeking additional members to represent Northumberland Schools on the Forum. In order to ensure School Forum membership is reflective of its schools, representatives are particularly sought from First/Primary and Middle maintained schools and the academies. Northumberland Schools Forum is the key consultation body in relation... read more →
Oct
20
Halloween 2020 With Covid-19 restrictions in place in the North East, Halloween traditions may look a little different this year. Anything that increases contact between multiple families is increasing people's risk and could spread the virus further. So, this year we are asking families to get creative with their celebrations. Don't hold... read more →
Oct
20
A health and safety bulletin has been produced by the Corporate Health and Team in conjunction with colleagues in the Property Services Department. Headteachers are asked to read the content of the bulletin and take appropriate action to ensure robust arrangements are in place.