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As a part of Northumberland County Council’s Wraparound Funding Programme, NCC Early Years Team are offering schools the opportunity to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to access funds to create additional SEND Soft-Start Breakfast Club places specifically for those pupils aged 5 – 11 yrs who have Special Educational Needs […]
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HAF SEN Surf sessions at NE SURF This video showcases the SEN-specific surfing camp delivered by NE Surf as part of Northumberland’s Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. Through adapted lessons and specialist support, NE Surf creates an inclusive environment where children and young people with special educational needs and
Sharing What Works: Best Start in Life Case Study Read More »
Would you like to support your learners to be more independent, skilled and confident? Northumberland Psychological Services Team are offering a training programme to build the capacity of schools to do just that. The MeLSA (Mediated Learning Support Approach) course is based on mediated learning principles. Mediated learning involves bridging the
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Designed and delivered by all four HINT teams, this training programme is aimed at school staff who would like to gain further insight and understanding of how to support your neurodivergent community. Please see attached for further details.
HINT Neurodiversity Inclusion Programme Read More »
The Church of England Dioceses of Durham and Newcastle are delighted to launch a new two-part* course designed for both new and existing RE subject leaders to grow in confidence in their role. This course is particularly suitable for those who do not consider themselves to be RE specialists; no
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Mainstream school registration is now open for the January 2027 RISE attendance and behaviour hubs regional support offer and for national inclusion base networks. Join to gain sector-led, practical support and learn directly from schools already achieving strong outcomes. What’s in it for you?– high-impact online CPD– in-person visits to
Join Nikki and Isobel for two practical sessions exploring School360 resources and how to get the most out of them in your classroom. Busy Things 3.45pm, October 7th: Teams Busy things now has over 1600 curriculum aligned digital and printable resources! In this session learn how to: Just2easy 3.45pm, November
Making the most of School360 resources Read More »
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 think might be interested in
Health Improvement (HIMP) Training Programme Read More »
Would you like to support your learners to be more independent, skilled and confident? Northumberland Psychological Services Team are offering a training programme to build the capacity of schools to do just that. The MeLSA (Mediated Learning Support Approach) course is based on mediated learning principles. Mediated learning involves bridging the
Mediated Learning Support Approach (MeLSA) Training Read More »
Would you like to support your learners to be more independent, skilled and confident? Northumberland Psychological Services Team are offering a training programme to build the capacity of schools to do just that. The MeLSA (Mediated Learning Support Approach) course is based on mediated learning principles. Mediated learning involves bridging the
Mediated Learning Support Approach (MeLSA) Training Read More »
Please find some information below about Sexual Health Week resources from Brook
Sexual Health Week 14-20th September 2026 Read More »
English as an Additional Language drop in: online Wednesday 14/10/2026, 2-5pm Online This event is for school staff supporting multilingual learners. Free admission for Northumberland maintained schools and academies with an existing SLA. An opportunity to discuss multilingual learners’ provision with specialist teachers. This could range from supporting new arrivals,
EAL Training Calendar 2026-2027 Read More »
We are now taking bookings for our popular Forest School training. Our Level 2 and 3 courses take place in County Durham. For information and bookings please see our website: https://oases.org.uk/for-schools/training/course-accredited-courses
OASES Forest School Training Courses October 2026 Read More »
As the new academic year gets underway, we know that supporting the mental health and wellbeing of teachers and education staff will continue to be a priority. At Education Support, we have two timely opportunities that we’d be grateful if you could share with schools, colleges and education staff across
Wellbeing resources and webinar for education staff from Education Support Read More »
Papaya offer an interactive Me and My Screen workshop to help KS2 students critically evaluate their technology use and its impact on themselves and society. Designed to engage young people, it can be delivered to up to four classes of 30 students each. The workshop has received excellent feedback from
Papaya – Me and My Screen workshop Read More »
This letter assures headteachers and governing bodies that members of staff from Northumberland County Council (NCC) Education & Skills Service and Children’s Social Care including, student social workers and social work apprentices who visit education settings, carry a Northumberland County Council photographic identity badge. The presentation of a valid NCC
DBS assurance letter from Northumberland County Council Read More »
This guidance explains how ‘term time plus additional days’ contracts work for all employees, including part-time employees, and those with uneven working patterns. It also outlines how adjustments to equated salaries will be made by payroll in relation to starters and leavers during the academic year. The purpose of the
Term Time Only contracts (NCC payroll SLA schools only) Read More »
Would you like to support your learners to be more independent, skilled and confident? Northumberland Psychological Services Team are offering a training programme to build the capacity of schools to do just that. The MeLSA (Mediated Learning Support Approach) course is based on mediated learning principles. Mediated learning involves bridging the gap
Mediated Learning Support Approach (MeLSA) Training Read More »
With schools required to publish an Inclusion Strategy Statement by 31 December 2026, many leadership teams are considering how to best align their Inclusive Mainstream Fund (IMF) allocation with long-term, sustainable impact. To help you navigate this requirement, Newcastle Research School has partnered with Evidence Based Education to host a dedicated webinar: “Making your Inclusion
Working on your Inclusion strategy? Read More »
Join paediatric nurse specialists from the RVI’s Great North Children’s Hospital for a full-study day exploring the most commonly seen long term conditions affecting children and young people today. The programme for the day (in February 2027) has been designed to introduce people who teach, care for and support children
Supporting Children with Chronic Conditions where they live and learn Read More »
Following the success of last year’s Linking Leaders: Inclusion programme, Durham LA have joined forces with The Difference again this year to run two cohorts: one aimed at primary and the other aimed at secondary. There are three places per LA on each programme. Middle schools are welcome to apply
Linking Leaders – Inclusion Read More »
The North-East Mayoral Strategic Authority is funding the Linking Leaders suite of programmes again this academic year. Each local authority is being allocated places for four primary schools on the Linking Early Years Leaders programme. As before, the Linking Early Years Leaders programme is for headteachers and their Early Years
Linking Early Years Leaders Read More »
The North-East Mayoral Strategic Authority is funding the Linking Leaders suite of programmes again this academic year. Each local authority is being allocated places for four primary schools on the Linking Leaders programme. As before, the Linking Leaders programme is for headteachers and their deputies. Full details of the programme
There are still places available on the HIV & AIDS Awareness training on Tuesday 15th September 2026, 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
Places available on HIV & AIDS Awareness training on Tuesday 15th September 2026 Read More »
Dear Governors, The date for our Autumn ‘virtual’ Briefing is Tuesday, 29 September 2026, 6:00pm – 7:00pm. As usual the briefing will be recorded for those of you who cannot join us or wish to view at a more convenient date/time. This information can be found on our E-Courier, Northumberland Education Training
Chair and Vice Chair Autumn briefing Read More »
Could you be the person who makes a difference when a young person needs support?If you work with, support or care for children and young people in your role, Youth Mental Health First Aid training can help you develop the confidence and skills to recognise when a young person may
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Read More »
Looking to strengthen pupil voice, improve conflict resolution and build positive relationships across your school? This two-day Peer Mediation Train the Trainer programme from Quakers in Britain will equip school staff with the knowledge and practical tools needed to establish a sustainable peer mediation scheme. Peer mediation empowers pupils to
Peer Mediation Train the Trainer Programme Read More »
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 think might be interested in
Health Improvement (HIMP) Training Programme Read More »
Children and young people bring a wide range of life experiences into the classroom, and these experiences can have a significant impact on their wellbeing, relationships, behaviour, and learning. The Northumberland Schools C.A.R.E. Training provides an opportunity for education professionals to deepen their understanding of attachment, trauma, and the role
Northumberland Schools C.A.R.E. Training Read More »
