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While it is not a mandatory requirement for local authorities, Northumberland uses the notional SEN figure as a threshold at which point those inclusive mainstream schools with the highest proportion of students with EHC plans or in receipt of additional Top Up funding may access additional HN “notional” funding on […]
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This session is open to all schools in a Northumberland School Alliance. Thank you to those of you who have signed up to attend your Alliance moderation session. The focus Early Learning Goals (ELGs) for the moderation sessions are ‘Speaking’ and ‘Writing’. We will also discuss up to 2 additional ELGs chosen
EYFS Profile Moderation Sessions Next Week Read More »
Thanks to those schools which have completed the questionnaire. If you haven’t yet submitted your response, could Headteachers please arrange for this to be completed by the deadline of Friday 16 May. Even if you don’t own, hire or lease a school passenger carrying vehicle, please complete the questionnaire so we
Reminder: Driving at Work Questionnaire (Community/VC schools and PRU only) Read More »
We are thrilled to invite you to our FREE ‘Turning the Pages Together’ reading conference, taking place on Friday 16th May! Join us for an inspiring day all about reading, with a fantastic line-up of expert speakers including @kashleyenglish, @RuddickRichard, @jonnybid, @ReadingExplorer, and @NcleRSN. From research to classroom practice, this is a brilliant opportunity to explore new ideas, deepen
You’re Invited: Turning the Pages Together – Free Reading Conference! Read More »
New Delaval Primary School are hosting an open event for schools to see Commando Joes in action and hear about the impact from the children:
Commando Joes Open Day – open to all schools (27 June) Read More »
Picture News have produced assembly materials regarding the election of a new pope. You can find it here.
Picture News Special – A new pope Read More »
Community groups, schools and individuals can enter their environmental projects and initiatives for this annual celebration of activities which help to keep the county clean and green. Entries are invited for: The closing date for entries for the 2025 awards is Sunday 1 June 2025 at midnight, and full details are in the
LOVE Northumberland Awards 2025 Read More »
Find out more about R.I. Science in Schools HERE. Fully funded school visits worth £800 are offered for students, teachers, and families to experience a Royal Institution Science in Schools day. To be eligible, applicants need to be: Priority will be given to schools in disadvantaged areas, with a low IDACI rank
Royal Institution’s Science in Schools Annual Grant Scheme Opens for UK Applications Read More »
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Summer Term Training Directory Please find attached Northumberland’s Early Years training directory overview for the summer term. To book onto any of the outlined courses and for further information, login to your School Readiness Passport account Safeguarding and Welfare Requirements updates – September 2025
Early Years Update Read More »
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from 12 to 18 May 2025, and this year’s theme is ‘Community’. Education Support believe wellbeing should be at the heart of every school community – a place where pupils, teachers, leaders, support staff, and governors all feel connected, supported, and valued. To help
Mental Health Awareness Week – 12 to 18 May 2025 Read More »
Date: Tuesday 24/06/2025Time: 15:45 – 17:00Location: Virtual (Zoom)Appropriate for: RE LeadsSpeaker(s): Caz Weir If you would like to attend the summer term RE network please register here.
Northumberland SACRE Summer RE Network Read More »
The DfE provide ad hoc updates via email to schools and settings. The latest was published on 6 May. The content is available here.
Last chance to have your say! Survey closes today (6th May 2025). Northumberland County Council and the NHS in Northumberland want to hear people’s views on our ideas for a strategy for autistic people of all ages in Northumberland. The strategy aims to improve services and support for autistic people. We
Northumberland All Age Autism Strategy (Draft Version) – Have Your Say Read More »
Please find attached the Prudhoe Family Hub What’s on Guide May 2025for your reference. If you are unable to open this attachment, you can access the document on the West Northumberland Family Hub Padlet using the following link:- West Northumberland Family Hubs ‘What’s On’ Padlet Below is a link to our Membership
Prudhoe Family Hub What’s on Guide May 2025 Read More »
As it’s the 80th Anniversary this year, Picture News have produced a special assembly presentation, suitable for KS1 and KS2 that they are making available to all schools free of charge. The pack can be requested here.
FREE VE Day assembly resource from Picture News Read More »
The Government has said it will not be hurried into publishing guidance for schools on how to support children who are questioning their gender, after the Supreme Court ruled on the legal definition of a woman. In the meantime, there continue to be significant protections for trans people under the
Supreme court ruling on the definition of a woman Read More »
Following a review by Safer Northumberland Partnership and agreement through Northumberland Children and Adult Safeguarding Partnership Executive Group the OFFENSIVE WEAPON AND KNIFE CARRYING PROTOCOL FOR EDUCATION (NORTHUMBERLAND) has been refreshed. The updated document can be found here and in the DSL SharePoint ( Police Information)and you will note that the key
School offensive weapon and knife crime protocol *updated Apr 2025 Read More »
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Headcount SUM 2024-25 For those of you who submit your early years data via school360, the pre-populated forms are now available in the SUM 2024-25 file in your school360 account. Submission deadline – Friday 16th May. To locate your file go to Drive > use the
Early Years Update Read More »
If your school is in one of the Northumberland School Alliances, you will have received an email inviting you to an EYFS Profile moderation session, taking place in May. If you haven’t signed up yet, it’s not too late. Follow the link attached here to sign up for your alliance moderation session.
Early Years Foundation Stage Profile Moderation for Northumberland School Alliances Read More »
Here is the latest issue of the Schools Go Smarter newsletter, please get in touch with tracy.aitken@northumberland.gov.uk for further information.
School Go smarter newsletter Read More »
Dear Governors, Welcome to the Summer Term! The date for our Summer ‘virtual’ Briefing is Tuesday, 13 May 2025, 6:00pm – 7:30pm. 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
Chairs’ & Vice Chairs’ Virtual Briefing – Summer Term 2025, Date and Booking Form Read More »
Please see attached milk return for Summer 2025 First and Primary Schools Special Schools
Summer 2025 Milk Return Read More »
FAO First and Primary school headteachers Phonics check timetables In order to plan our monitoring visits during the phonics screening week, we kindly request all schools send their timetables to assessment@northumberland.gov.uk , by Friday 23rd May. Please ensure that the title of the email includes your setting name. Thank you.
Phonics check timetables Read More »
FAO Primary and Middle school headteachers SATs timetables – YEAR 6 In order to plan our monitoring visits during SATs week, we kindly ask all schools to send their timetables to assessment@northumberland.gov.uk, by Friday 2nd May. Please ensure that the title of the email includes your setting name. Thank you.
Monitoring visits during SATs week Read More »
We’re excited to announce a brand-new version of the KS2 Award for use by schools from September 2025, that will enhance pupils’ leadership journey and support schools further to create a culture of justice and responsibility. Our unit topics and much-loved central character Archie remain, but a brand-new design threads through the resource, with a
New Updated KS2 Archbishops’ Young Leaders Award Read More »
Fresh off the women’s team’s historic first professional win on April 23rd, Durham Cricket invites your school to join the excitement at Banks Homes Riverside for the Vitality Blast! Both our men’s and women’s teams are ready to thrill in a summer of cricket fun. By signing up, your school
Durham Cricket Schools Offer – Northumberland Read More »
The DfE provide ad hoc updates via email to schools and settings. The latest was published on 22 April. The content is available here.
National Numeracy, the UK’s only independent charity focused on improving everyday maths skills, is offering primary schools the opportunity to participate in the Schools & Families Programme. This fully funded initiative aims to tackle low numeracy confidence among pupils, parents/carers, and school staff. The Schools & Families Programme aims to:
Fully Funded Maths Programme for Primary Schools – National Numeracy, September 2025 Read More »
Senior leader briefings are designed to provide information and updates to headteachers/senior leaders, and give those attending the time and space to see colleagues and discuss pressing issues. The content will be the same at the North, Central and West meetings so you only need to attend one. Each session will take place
Summer Senior Leader Briefings Read More »
myHappymind is an award-winning whole-school and nursery programme that teaches children preventative habits supporting positive mental health, resilience, and self-esteem. Co-developed with schools across the nation, myHappymind is a universal offer for all schools but also has a programme for Alternative provision and SEN. Here is our National impact report which
