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Teacher Choices – Explicit vs Metacognitive Writing Instruction Trial (2026–27)

CPD, First, Primary

Navigator Insight are working in partnership with Oxford MeasurEd and the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF), on an upcoming national research project that may be of interest to first/primary schools. They are currently recruiting schools for the Teacher Choices: Explicit vs Metacognitive Writing Instruction trial, running during the 2026–27 academic year. The […]

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Register for national professional qualifications autumn 2026 cohort

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

Registration is now open for the autumn 2026 cohort of national professional qualifications (NPQs).Funding is available to eligible participants who secure a funded place with an NPQ provider. The NPQs for headship, SENCOs, senior leadership and early years leadership are fully funded for participants working in eligible educational settings, regardless of disadvantage criteria.Read the full programme details and information

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Early Years Update

Early Years, First, Primary

Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Family Services Directory  Please continue to update your FSD Carescheme to ensure it remains up to date. Such as costs, opening times, local offer, ages and wraparound services etc.  Please ensure your settings description has enough information to help parents make an informed choice. This platform is also used by services who support parents into employment.   You

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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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Publishing Images of School Life Online

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

In line with the DfE’s Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) statutory guidance, this document outlines responsibilities schools have regarding digital communications. It specifically addresses the emerging safeguarding risks posed by advancements in generative artificial intelligence (AI), detailing how public images of pupils and staff can be harvested to create ‘deepfakes’ for

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Early Years Survey: Speech, Language and Communication in the Early Years

Early Years, First, Primary

We are inviting Early Years practitioners to complete a short questionnaire exploring current practice around speech, language and communication (SLC). The survey looks at how SLC is prioritised, approaches to screening, and the use of targeted interventions. Your responses will help us build a clearer picture of practice across 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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UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHILD IN A CHANGING WORLD

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

This brand-new pathway for parents is now LIVE!  Togetherness’ new online learning pathway supports parents by giving them the space to reflect on these big parenting challenges:  social media, gaming and AI to climate change. Packed with insights from NHS clinical psychologists and health professionals, you can access this learning and

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From burnout to balance: Practical tools for busy teachers and education staff

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

Education Support are inviting inviting education staff to join a free webinar: From burnout to balance: Practical tools for busy teachers and education staff This supportive and practical session will explore: The webinar is for teachers, leaders and education staff working across schools, colleges and universities. Date: 1 July 2026Time:

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Early Years Update

Early Years, First, Primary

Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Are you a childminder in Northumberland? – Looking to develop your professional knowledge and deepen your understanding of your role in early years education and care?  ✨ Join us for a one-day training event designed especially for childminders! ✨  You’ll have the opportunity to:  Please see attached flyer. 👉 Register

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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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Early Years Survey: Speech, Language and Communication in the Early Years

Early Years, First, Primary

We are inviting Early Years practitioners to complete a short questionnaire exploring current practice around speech, language and communication (SLC). The survey looks at how SLC is prioritised, approaches to screening, and the use of targeted interventions. Your responses will help us build a clearer picture of practice across the

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British Cycling – Level 1 Ride Leader Training 

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Next course Wednesday 23 September 2026 at County Hall Morpeth. 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

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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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Information for schools: Royal Life Saving Society’s UK Drowning Prevention Week 2026

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

The Royal Life Saving Society’s UK Drowning Prevention Week takes place until 20 June 2026.  Drowning Prevention Week educates children aged 5 to 17 each June with crucial water safety advice just before the summer holidays, when young people are outdoors more and need these skills and knowledge most, so everyone can

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Peer Mentor Train the Trainer – Empowering Student Support

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

This engaging training programme supports schools to develop effective peer mentoring approaches, enabling pupils to support one another and promote positive wellbeing across the setting.  By attending, staff will gain the knowledge and tools to create and implement a peer mentoring model that: A great opportunity for schools looking to

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Senior Mental Health Lead Refresher – Strengthening Your Whole-School Approach

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Designed for both new and experienced SMHLs, this one-day training provides a comprehensive overview of the role alongside practical tools to strengthen your setting’s approach to mental health and wellbeing.  The course will support you to: Free for all Northumberland SMHLs For more information and to sign up please see

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Build Resilience Across Your School with FRIENDS for Life

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

Join this one-day training to explore FRIENDS for Life, an internationally recognised, WHO-endorsed programme that supports children and young people to develop key resilience and wellbeing skills.  Participants will gain practical, classroom-ready approaches to help pupils: Ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, SENCOs, pastoral staff and mental health leads looking to embed

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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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