Secondary

In-person Climate Event Read More »

In-person Climate Event

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

We are holding an in-person Climate Event at the beginning of the new school year on Tuesday 16th September 2025 at County Hall, Morpeth, from 1pm – 4pm which will bring Teachers together to focus on hearing more about a number of climate programmes, as well as hearing more about the climate and sustainability support NCC

Free online webinars: New Statutory RSE Guidance Read More »

Free online webinars: New Statutory RSE Guidance

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary

Two online webinars are available this week (Secondary on Tuesday 9th and Primary on Weds 10th) 3.30 to 4.30 pm from Life Lessons. The session will explore: Please sign up via their Events page

Atypical Points of Entry for information of Year 8 and Year 9 Parents Read More »

Atypical Points of Entry for information of Year 8 and Year 9 Parents

High, Middle, Secondary, Special

Every year, the DfE requires Local Authorities to contact the parents of Year 8 and 9 pupils with information about schools in the region that offer provision at ‘atypical’ entry points. A letter has been forwarded to your school (attached) to be sent out to parents of Year 8 and

Walk to School Month

Walk to School Month Read More »

October is International Walk to School Month, when pupils around the globe celebrate the joys of walking and wheeling to school. If your school would like to take part in October 2025 please let us know by completing this form . Schools can request resources to run a 5 Day Walking Challenge

Supplier Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)

Supplier Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Read More »

If you submit invoices to NCC to process, and the suppliers work falls under the scope of HMRCs Construction Industry Scheme, NCC will need to verify the supplier with HMRC before we can process payment. The scheme covers all construction work including jobs such as: Building works, site preparation, alterations, dismantling, heating

SpLD training offer for Dyslexia Awareness Week

SpLD training offer for Dyslexia Awareness Week Read More »

Please find attached information to enable school staff to sign up for free training in relation to dyslexia.

Funding e-Bulletin – 5 September 2025

Funding e-Bulletin – 5 September 2025 Read More »

Please find attached the regular monthly funding ebulletin from the Funding Investment and Assurance covering the latest external funding opportunities. You may forward this to colleagues who you think may be interested in future announcements, they can then use the ‘QR Code or link to subscribe to the Regeneration Programmes Investment Funding

UK Schools Can Apply for Funding to Run CREST Awards from 9 September Read More »

UK Schools Can Apply for Funding to Run CREST Awards from 9 September

First, High, Middle, Primary, Secondary

Grants are available twice a year for UK schools in challenging circumstances to run CREST Awards with students (aged 3 to 19 years) who are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). CREST Awards aim to inspire children and young people to think and behave like scientists and engineers.

Sep 5 2025

Northumberland Cultural Education Partnership website is now live!

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

NCEP is a network of cultural and educational professionals with the shared purpose of promoting arts and cultural opportunities to improve the lives of young people across the region. Visit www.ncep.org.uk for more information and sign up to receive our termly newsletter by emailing Claire Baigent at hello@ncep.org.uk

Northumberland Cultural Education Partnership website is now live! Read More »

Sep 3 2025

MELVA showcase – September

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

Primary schools & specialist settings in North East (including Tees Valley), North Yorkshire and North West are invited to attend Mortal Fools upcoming MELVA digital showcase on 17th September, 10am via Zoom. Thanks to funding and business sponsorship, we’re able to allocate MELVA licences for free for academic year 25/26 on a first come, first served

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Sep 3 2025

Call-out for Schools: Cultural Match Programme

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

North East Museums Regional Learning Team are seeking schools from across the North East with early career teachers (ECTs+5years) to apply for the Cultural Match Programme. Successful schools will be given a £3,000 budget to work with a Creative Producer to address existing or emerging pupil needs through culture and

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Insurance Supply Scheme 2025

Insurance Supply Scheme 2025 Read More »

Please see attached briefing letter about the scheme along with Support Staff Supply claim form and Teaching Staff Supply claim form.

Autumn Senior Leader Briefings Read More »

Autumn Senior Leader Briefings

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

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

Novo Theatre / Discover! Creative Careers Offer November 2025 Read More »

Novo Theatre / Discover! Creative Careers Offer November 2025

High, Middle, Secondary

Novo Theatre is delighted to be taking part in Discover! Creative Careers Month later this year. In November 2025 we will be taking part in Discover! Creative Careers Month for the third year. The industry-led initiative aims to inspire the future creative industries workforce, providing opportunities for young people aged 11-18, to gain

National professional qualifications Read More »

National professional qualifications

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

The Department for Education has published details of the eligibility criteria for the 2025 National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) cohort. Details can be found here. In summary: The registration service, which enables applicants to express their interest with the DfE, will open on 8 September 2025.

Training events from the Be You Mental Health Support Team Read More »

Training events from the Be You Mental Health Support Team

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

Emotional Wellbeing & Mental Health Training for School Governors Northumberland County Council and the NHS are offering free virtual training sessions for school governors focused on emotional wellbeing and mental health. This 1-hour session will equip governors with essential knowledge around: 🗓️ Dates: Sign up via link in flier. For queries: Beyou@northumberland.gov.uk SMHL Refresher

DfE teacher bulletin Read More »

DfE teacher bulletin

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

The DfE produce a teacher bulletin “a few times per half term”. The latest edition is available here. You can sign up and receive the bulletins directly here.

DBS/Safeguarding checks for officers from the Education & Skills Service and Children’s Social Workers attending schools Read More »

DBS/Safeguarding checks for officers from the Education & Skills Service and Children’s Social Workers attending schools

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

Please see attached letter for officers employed within Education & Skills and Children’s Social Care DBS checked in line with Northumberland County Council’s procedures.

In-person climate event Read More »

In-person climate event

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

We are holding an in-person Climate Event at the beginning of the new school year on Tuesday 16th September 2025 at County Hall, Morpeth, from 1pm – 4pm which will bring teachers together to focus on hearing more about a number of climate programmes, as well as hearing more about the climate and sustainability support NCC

Standing order fraud alert

Standing order fraud alert Read More »

We have received the attached National fraud alert. Could you please check all accounts to ensure no SO’s have been set up to those names and that there are no unusual or unexpected SO’s on the account. Any concerns should be brought to the attention of the corporate fraud team

National Fraud Alert Read More »

National Fraud Alert

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

Could you please find attached fraud alert concerning payroll change requests, specifically targeting school staff. Could you please check your records are all correct and ensure we have robust procedures in place to prevent such attempts being successful. Any issues should be reported to the corporate fraud team at fraudline@northumberland.gov.uk.

Funding e-Bulletin – 31 July 2025

Funding e-Bulletin – 31 July 2025 Read More »

Asthma – Supporting children, young people, families and schools Read More »

Asthma – Supporting children, young people, families and schools

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

Supporting children, young people, families and schools (Monday 8th September: 12.30 – 1.15pm): We will hear from Sammy Ndluvu-Dawika on how schools can best support children and young people with asthma, and Tori Hadaway will guide us on using the new digital personalised asthma action plan. Book your place here: CYP Families

HMRC Social Mobility staff Read More »

HMRC Social Mobility staff

High, Secondary

HMRC Offer to attend careers event /Jobs Fairs at Secondary and High Schools. There is an Offer from Derek Kennedy from HMRC to attend Careers events across Northumberland to support with their Corporate Social responsibility priorities in engaging with school leavers as they prepare to move into the workforce from

Furniture available to Northumberland school Read More »

Furniture available to Northumberland school

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

Dear Colleagues, We are relocating Astley High and Whytrig Middle Schools to their new build, week commencing 04 August 2025. We are therefore able to offer some legacy furniture to other schools in Northumberland. An example of the furniture on offer is: · Tables; · Design Technology equipment; · Science

Anne Frank Trust: funded programmes Read More »

Anne Frank Trust: funded programmes

High, Middle, Primary, Secondary, Special

The Anne Frank Trust deliver anti prejudice programmes to young people between Year 5 and Year 10. They use the life of Anne Frank and the Holocaust in order to teach young people of the dangers of antisemitism and all other forms of prejudice. The following sessions are available to

Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 Published Read More »

Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 Published

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

KCSIE 2025 has been published today and comes into force immediately. There are no changes from the version distributed in July. There is a note that the DfE intend to publish the ‘revised guidance on gender questioning children soon’. You can download the final version (and the Part One section aimed at

Aug 27 2025

Picture News: welcome back assembly resource

Picture News: welcome back assembly resource Read More »

Here is a link to access the first Picture News pack of the school year. Available free of charge and might be a great welcome back assembly! https://picture-news.co.uk/free-sample Simply complete your details on the form and the relevant assembly will be emailed to you.

Jul 17 2025

October is International Walk to School Month