Education Support’s latest research shows that teacher wellbeing is at its lowest level since 2019. When wellbeing suffers, retention suffers too — with 1 in 4 education staff actively seeking to change or leave their job due to pressures on their mental health and wellbeing. Education Support has put together […]
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MEE now offer fully-funded accreditation for Schools, Colleges or Nurseries to recognise efforts to embed sustainability across the curriculum. Applicants need to provide a small amount of evidence to illustrate the 6 key areas. It’s all things they may already have, or can gain with a few simple steps. MEE can provide
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Developing sustainable peer mentoring in schools The Peer Mentor – Train the Trainer programme supports schools to develop, embed and sustain their own peer mentoring provision. The training equips staff with the knowledge and resources needed to train pupils as peer mentors, promoting wellbeing, confidence and positive peer-to-peer support within the school
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Trauma-informed and relational practice Northumberland Schools CARE offers both in-person and virtual training to support schools in developing trauma-informed, relational approaches. The training focuses on understanding the impact of trauma, strengthening relationships, and creating safe, supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. 💻🏫 In-person and online options available👩🏫 Suitable for all
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Building emotional resilience in children and young people The FRIENDS Resilience programme is an evidence-based, in-person training for school staff, equipping them to support children and young people to build emotional resilience, confidence and coping skills. The training enables staff to deliver the FRIENDS programme in school, either as part of
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A full day exploring creativity and wellbeing Northumberland schools are invited to attend the Creatively Healthy Schools Conference, a one-day, fully-funded event focused on how creative approaches can support wellbeing across your whole school community. The day will explore practical, creative ways to promote emotional wellbeing, resilience and positive mental health
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The Services to Schools SLA Portal is now open for Schools to use in relation to their Service Level Agreement requirements for 2026/27, please see the link http://sla.northumberland.gov.uk/default.aspx . Please take the time to review the information on the portal, as in some cases services will have changed from that offered in the previous year. The basic process remains as it was last year –
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What Worked Education empower educators, local authorities, funders, grant recipients, and EdTech companies to make smarter, evidence-based decisions in education. They believe every educational investment should deliver measurable, impactful outcomes. By enabling rigorous, small-scale evaluations, they help schools, funders, and innovators identify what works best to drive meaningful change in
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Togetherness (originally known as Solihull) are delighted to share some FREE helpful resources for parents experiencing all the big emotions of growing children. Togetherness is the NHS emotional health digital learning hub funded in your area. The families you work with have free access to expert learning about childhood development,
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Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Informing you about the proposals for Early Years funding rates in Northumberland for the financial year 26/27 Please see letter attached. Termly Census 26/27 The DfE directive to apply termly census points for early years funding reduces previous financial flexibility in allocations, as funding
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The Universal Music UK Sound Foundation provides financial assistance to improve access to music education for young people. Its work focuses on helping schools, students and teachers obtain the tools needed to deliver practical music learning. Support is offered through grants aimed at increasing access to music by enabling the
On behalf of Audrey Kingham, Executive Director of Children, Young People and Education We have been notified today (26 January) that Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission will undertake an area-wide SEND inspection over the next 3 weeks. This is the same type of inspection we last had in March
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Water Efficiency in Schools – Have you singed up to the Big Blue Eco Booster Project yet? The Energy Team massively support this scheme, if you haven’t already signed up we would encourage you to show an interest asap as the places are limited. Further information and sign up details
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Spaces are still available on the above accredited course which is delivered via Microsoft Teams. This course is a statutory training requirement, appropriate for Headteachers (as duty holder) and Site Managers/Caretaker and anyone else involved in management of asbestos. The training course is open to all schools. Cost: £65 plus
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A reminder of remaining training dates for schools in ICT SLA3: Online Safety Annual Update: Wed 22nd April 3.30pm (new date) & Thur 4th June 3.45pm Online Safety at Home (for parents): Tues 10th Feb, 7.30pm & Tues 16th June, 7.30pm Cyber Awareness: Wed 29th April, 3.45pm An introduction to AI in
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A day designed to celebrate the incredible creative work already happening in your schools, spark fresh ideas, and provide practical inspiration to take straight back into your practice. It’s all about reconnecting with why creativity matters, feeling affirmed in what you do best, and leaving with renewed confidence to grow
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Empowering Youth (NECA) Our Gambling Harm Prevention and Education team deliver training and awareness sessions to young people from 10-25 years old, professionals, parents and carers; raising awareness around gambling related harms that young people may come across regularly. Our Young People sessions are linked to the PSHE curriculum and
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Please see details of our events planned for National Apprenticeship Week 2026 to promote apprenticeship opportunities at Northumbria healthcare NHS foundation trust and attached flyer. In previous years, we have delivered one main in-person event on the Monday at Cramlington. Based on feedback from both stakeholders and applicants, we have expanded our offer
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The What Works in SEND research team are conducting a survey, funded by the DfE. By completing the survey, you will help us to get a clearer picture of how mainstream state schools are organising their workforce to support pupils with Special Educational Needs and who are disabled. The findings from this research will be used to inform
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19 January – the DfE have strengthened the (non-statutory) guidance on mobile phone use at school . Bridget Phillipson has said, “all schools should be phone-free environments for the entire school day. That includes lessons, time between lessons, breaktimes and lunchtime. It means, for example, it is not appropriate for
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Northumberland Cultural Education Partnership is carrying out a mapping exercise of schools and cultural organisation to make it easier for pupils to find meaningful work experience placements in the Arts and Culture sector in Northumberland. We would like secondary/high school colleagues to help us shape those placements by providing some
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Smartphone Free Childhood, “is a movement of families standing together to delay smartphones and social media – turning isolation into collective strength. It’s not anti-tech but pro-childhood, giving children back what truly matters: time to play, space to grow and freedom to be.” Representatitives presented at senior leader brefongs in
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We are pleased to share the dates for our Summer term ELSA course. Please see the attached flyer for booking information. We are able to deliver courses commissioned by settings, trusts, or alliances. For further information, please email elsa@northumberland.gov.uk .
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“PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide has recently launched their new PSHE lesson plan/license, Sinking Feeling. With the new government guidance for suicide prevention education in schools starting in Sept 2026, many school staff are looking for reliable, easy-to-use resources that address mental health needs in an age-appropriate way. Sinking Feeling is an
Children’s Mental Health Week – Live AssemblyWednesday 11th February, 9.15-9.45amJoin Picture News and special guest, children’s author and mental wellbeing advocate, Katie Hopper for a live assembly during Children’s Mental Health Week, as we explore why feeling included matters. Katie will share one of her stories live and children can reflect
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We are inviting students, teachers, parents, advisors and clients to join our NWG Apprenticeship Insights Webinar this National Apprenticeship Week – see flyer This will be an inspiring look into careers at Northumbrian Water Group and its open to all! Location: Microsoft Teams Visitors can join using the link below or add the
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The government’s new VAWG and RSHE strategies both emphasise that teaching about safe and respectful relationships is most effective when it is echoed in the home environment. As teachers we sometimes see the early signs of parental conflict, and recognise that a child’s behaviour and their own relationships risk being
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Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Upcoming Deadline – Setting level data (PVIs ONLY) You must complete the questions module in your Wizard account by Friday 23rd January to ensure you can be funded in spring term 26. Failure to complete this information will affect your funding payment. Please note – Publishing Your Fee Policy – Are
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Please see attached milk return for Spring 2026 First and Primary Schools Special Schools
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Join us for the chance to moderate with other teachers outside of your school, and look at the potential your pupils have to be a certain standard at the end of the year. Please bring writing books for 3/4 pupils along with you to the session, and a copy of the teacher
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