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School Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance

CPD, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant Guidance. The session will explore effective approaches to resolving complaints, provide a walkthrough of the updated procedures, and address the […]

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Recycling Project

CPD, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Hi there,   I’m the Recycling Engagement Officer at Groundwork NE and Cumbria, and I’m currently working on a recycling project in partnership with Northumberland County council aimed at improving residents recycling practices.   This project has been running since 2023 in Southeast Northumberland but this year we are looking to extend the project across the whole county ahead

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New Northumberland Deaf Friendly Education Award to Launch in Autumn 2026

CPD, Early Years, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Northumberland schools and educational settings will soon have access to a new framework designed to improve inclusion and accessibility for deaf learners, with the launch of the Northumberland Deaf Friendly Education Award in the Autumn Term 2026. The award has been developed as a self-evaluation tool, enabling schools to reflect

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NPQs: 2026 – 2027

CPD, First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

The Department for Education has expanded funding for National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), providing increased opportunities for teachers and school leaders to access fully funded professional development. This presents an excellent opportunity for colleagues who are considering their next career step — whether that involves progressing into middle leadership, developing expertise

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School Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance

CPD, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant Guidance. The session will explore effective approaches to resolving complaints, provide a walkthrough of the updated procedures, and address the

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School Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance

CPD, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant Guidance. The session will explore effective approaches to resolving complaints, provide a walkthrough of the updated procedures, and address the

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Local History Hub – West Northumberland

CPD, First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Local History Hub – West Northumberland is a teacher-led initiative supporting schools to include local history within the curriculum in practical and manageable ways. There is no cost to participate. The hub will bring together schools, heritage organisations and community partners to support collaboration, curriculum development and professional networking across

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NEW: HeadsUp4HTs peer support for deputy and assistant headteachers

CPD, First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Northumberland County Council and HeadsUp4HTs are pleased to be launching a new HeadsUp4HTs Peer Support Programme for deputy and assistant headteachers this June, following the success of the HeadsUp4HTs headteacher peer support groups which have been running across Northumberland for a number of years. Funded by the North East Combined

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Places available on Alcohol Awareness on 20th May 2026 and Women’s Health on 4th June 2026

CPD

There are still places available on the following training courses, should you wish to attend. Please feel free to forward this email to any of your contacts who you think might be interested in attending.  Places on our courses must be booked through the online platform Learning Together, and you can book

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FREE Phonics Online Assessment support session – alliance schools

CPD, First, Middle, Primary, Special

Ruth Miskin Training would like to invite headteachers and/or reading leaders to attend a FREE Phonics Online Assessment support session exclusively for Northumberland Alliance schools. Join for a one‑hour remote training session designed to help you understand how the Online Assessment supports you in your role as Reading Leaders and how to use it

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School Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance

CPD, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant Guidance. The session will explore effective approaches to resolving complaints, provide a walkthrough of the updated procedures, and address the

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FREE EvaluateMySchool webinar: Strengthening your Inclusion Base with Natalie Packer 

CPD, First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Join EMS for a practical and insightful webinar: Strengthening your Inclusion Base, led by leading SEND expert Natalie Packer. This free session will explore what truly effective Inclusion Base provision looks like in today’s evolving education landscape. Natalie will break down the types and purposes of provision, share key insights in light

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WANTED: Members of ASCL and NAHT to join the Northumberland SACRE

CPD, First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

SACRE stands for Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education. Each local authority must have a SACRE made up of members of local church denominations, networks, religions, or worldviews, councillors and teachers’ professional associations. SACRE’s main function and scope of interest is to advise the authority on matters relating to religious

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British Cycling – Level 1 Ride Leader Training 

CPD, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

British Cycling – Level 1 Ride Leader Training  Have you been wondering about taking part in a Ride Leader training course? If you or a member of staff at your school would like to take part or find out more please complete this form or email  tracy.aitken@northumberland.gov.uk British Cycling Ride Leader Level 1 Course This a full day course with an additional 3-4

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Health Improvement (HIMP) Training Programme

CPD, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Health Improvement (HIMP) Training Programme Please find details of our current training courses below together with the attached catalogue which gives further details on all of our courses which are currently delivered over Microsoft Teams, unless otherwise stated. Please feel free to forward this email to any of your contacts who you

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Level 3 Forest School qualification

CPD, Early Years, First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Adventure Training North East are offering a 9 day level 3 Forest School course endorsed by the Forest School Association. See what previous candidates from Northumberland schools have said:  “Wow! What an experience, thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. Caroline and Colette are inspirational leaders.’ AS, Bridges Nursery, Newcastle.  I wouldn’t hesitate to

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Reduce the impact of smartphones in schools webinar – 12 February  

CPD

Dear Head Teacher,  I’m Clare, the co-founder of Generation Focus – a non-profit organisation that supports head teachers to reduce the impact of smartphones in their schools.  Following the government’s new guidance, we’re holding a practical “how to do it” webinar on Thursday for head teachers now looking to change their phone

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School Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance

CPD, First, Governance, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant Guidance. The session will explore effective approaches to resolving complaints, provide a walkthrough of the updated procedures, and address the

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Northumberland Schools CARE

CPD

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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FRIENDS Resilience Training

CPD

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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