The Department for Education (DfE) is conducting an early rollout of the Early Career Framework development programme from September 2020 in particular regions, including Northumberland. Participation is voluntary, however we strongly advise all schools to participate. More details are available here.Schools MUST also sign up to an Appropriate Body as they... read more →
Jul
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Jul
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Shotton Hall Research School is seeking to expand our team and appoint multiple Evidence Leaders in Education (ELEs). This is an exciting opportunity and forms a central part of our commitment to develop evidence-informed practice both regionally and nationally for the benefit of pupils, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. The deadline... read more →
Jun
30
All Schools who submitted business cases in relation to the impact of the suspension of the Teachers and Support Staff Supply Schemes have now been sent responses, and additional payments where they demonstrated that they had been significantly financially disadvantaged. As per the 16 April letter sent to all schools, a... read more →
Jun
30
Dear Colleagues, Golden Tickets Another round of golden tickets will be sent out to parents this week. Please remember to check children's Dates of Birth before offering a place. 30 Hour Codes We have used our discretion to relax the validity dates on 30 hours codes for all... read more →
Jun
30
UK Active have launched its framework for the safe delivery of activities for children & young people in schools & facilities.
Jun
30
Data Pack Offer Schools in the School Improvement SLA will be used to receiving end of key stage data reviews from the data Unit. Even though these are unprecedented times this service is still available for this academic year. If any school would like a data pack for 19/20 they... read more →
Jun
30
‘This summer, our Lifeguards can’t be on every beach, meaning a heightened water safety risk to beach goers. We are asking you to help us share some important messages to children and their families. It is anticipated that as restrictions are eased and the summer weather is here, people will... read more →
Jun
30
Guidance for local authorities, academy trusts and schools on how to get digital devices, internet access and support to provide remote education and access to children’s social care during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. UPDATED GUIDANCE: The DfE has updated the existing guidance with various clarifications, including emphasising that devices are... read more →
Jun
30
PRESS RELEASE: The Prime Minister has announced a ten-year rebuilding programme for schools across England.
Jun
30
The National Audit Office (NAO) has launched an investigation into the DfE's free school meals voucher scheme. The investigation will set out the facts about the free school meals voucher scheme and will consider the Department’s objectives and choice of contractor to run the scheme, the scheme’s performance and the... read more →