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Final Extension to EV Grants for State-funded Schools, Colleges and Academy Trusts

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Great news for state-funded education institutions (e.g. schools, colleges and academy trusts) looking to install EV chargers at their workplace – the government has extended the Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) for a final year to support the uptake of on-site EV charge points at a fraction of the cost. The scheme offers generous […]

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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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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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Early Years Update

Early Years, First, Primary

Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Funding Discussions – Headcount As the headcount forms are now available, if you have any questions, or require some support completing the form, please book a funding discussion here. Early Years Leaders Briefings  We have a jam packed Leader’s Briefing for you this term. Further details

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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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Cyber Security Alert: Phishing Emails Targeting Local Schools

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

We have been made aware that several local schools are currently being targeted by phishing emails.  These messages often appear to come from a colleague and may use subject lines such as Action Required, Scanned, or Request. These emails typically follow a pattern whereby the recipient is encouraged to open an attachment or

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Picture News – Sir David Attenborough at 100!

First, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Ahead of Sir David Attenborough’s big 100th birthday next week, Picture News have put together a special teaching pack. As it’s a big one (and definitely worth celebrating!) this pack will be free of charge for all.  If you’d like a copy, just email help@picture-news.co.uk with David100and Picture News will send it over for

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SEND Reform Consultation – Developing Experts at Hand in Northumberland

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

All local authorities have been asked to set out their plans for how they could deliver the ‘experts at hand’ model set out in the white paper. The DfE focus on ‘Every Child Achieving and Thriving’ includes funding that will “enable local authorities and integrated care boards to establish an

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Early Years Update

Early Years, First, Primary

Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Training Offer- Summer 2026 Please find attached our summer training offer for April-July 2026 and flyer. All courses are available to book via the School Readiness Passport. SLA permissions may be required. Preparing for TransitionReception Ready Checkers are now open on the School Readiness Passport. Please

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Year 2 & Year 6 Writing Standardisation – bookings now open

First, Middle, Primary

All schools with pupils in Year 2 and Year 6 are invited to attend upcoming writing standardisation sessions, taking place across three venues in the county. These sessions provide an opportunity for teachers to moderate writing together. Please ensure you bring work from three pupils to assess against the relevant Teacher Assessment

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SEND Reform Consultation – Developing Experts at Hand in Northumberland

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

All local authorities have been asked to set out their plans for how they could deliver the ‘experts at hand’ model set out in the white paper. The DfE focus on ‘Every Child Achieving and Thriving’ includes funding that will “enable local authorities and integrated care boards to establish an

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🎨🎵🎤 Creatively Healthy Schools Conference 2026🎨🎵🎤

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Final Spaces Remaining! Sign up by 24.04.26  Fully funded by the North of Tyne Combined Authority 29 April 2026 – 9:00 to 16:00 Holiday Inn, Seaton Burn  👉 Book your place: Creatively Healthy Schools Conference  – Fill in form Northumberland schools are invited to a vibrant, practical day exploring how creativity

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