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Each half term, the North East Combined Authority will be showcasing opportunities for schools to get involved, sharing training and development events, and letting you know about upcoming funding opportunities. In this edition, there are lots of opportunities for schools to sign up to fully funded programmes for the 2025/26 […]
Welcome to the first edition of the NECA Excellence in Education newsletter! Read More »
This events are aimed at Primary School teachers and leaders. We’re delighted to invite you to our Autumn Primary Careers Conference at the Energy Central Campus in Blyth—an inspiring venue at the heart of the region’s clean energy revolution. This year’s theme focuses on careers in the energy sector, with a
North East Ambition Autumn Primary Careers Conference Read More »
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, with free training and resources. The Schools
World Mental Health Day is held every 10th October to raise awareness and drive positive change for everyone’s mental wellbeing. This year’s theme, “Access to services: mental health in catastrophes and emergencies”, highlights the urgent need for timely, compassionate support. For those working in education, the pressures can be especially intense.
World Mental Health Day – 10th October Read More »
The Council has a number of white desks and partition screens available free to any school that is able to collect (see attached photos). The desks and screens are currently stored in Bedlington Council Offices. To arrange a visit to review the desks, please contact Nicola Armstrong Mobile: 07900 681384
Free desks and partition screens available Read More »
The Northumberland Cultural Education Partnership are working with NECA to address the transport issues associated with Northumberland schools accessing cultural venues. The Community Engagement Lead for the bus network has produced a zoomable map of cultural organisations and schools, along with the existing bus routes that serve these. This might be
Using public transport to access cultural venues Read More »
Please find attached information to enable school staff to sign up for free training in relation to dyslexia.
SpLD training offer for Dyslexia Awareness Week Read More »
Teachers across the region are invited to take part in a new project that helps schools test promising classroom strategies through small, teacher-led trials. The WhatWorked Teachers platform makes it simple to run a trial, see instant impact reports, and contribute to a growing evidence base for improving outcomes in
We are writing to inform all headteachers and their governing bodies that all members of staff from the Northumberland County Council Education & Skills Service and Children’s Social Care who attend a school, academy or alternative provider will have with them their Northumberland County Council identity badge which is an
Canva is an incredible design tool – now packed with ready-to-go teacher resources created by UK teachers. Reserve your places on the following online workshops to ensure your team are ready to make the most of this fantastic resource. These sessions would be great for your administrative team as well
Canva for Education Read More »
Thursday 13 November 2025 Great North Museum: Hancock FREE The North East Combined Authority is working with North East Museums to celebrate ten years of their “Imagine If…” conference series. This year’s conference is themed around the three priorities of our Excellence in Education programme: inclusion, realising potential, and teacher
Imagine If… teaching across the North East was truly inclusive, creative and empowering Read More »
RE network meetings will take place in November, February and April this academic year.They are suitabe for all phases/ages. The meetings are hosted by Caroline Weir (Northumberland LA RE consultant), and are free to all schools. There will be updates from the wider RE world, resource sharing, support with implementing the
RE network meetings Read More »
The National Literacy Trust would like to offer a discount on this event to Northumberland schools – making tickets just £100 per person. You can book and obtain the discount using code PARTNER100 at the checkout here.
Developing oracy in KS1 & KS2 | National Literacy Trust Read More »
The Northumberland SEND services have published their newsletter for the autumn term. You can read the newsletter here.
SEND newsletter for schools – autumn term Read More »
Picture News are offeringa free assembly on 3rd October Friday 3rd October, 9.15-9.45amJoin Katie and special guest, BBC presenter Swarzy, to explore this year’s theme, ‘Standing Firm in Power and Pride’.Suitable for: Children in KS1 and KS2Register here! Anyone unable to join us live can register and we’ll send over the recording
Black History Month – Live Assembly 3rd October Read More »
Please find attached information to enable school staff to sign up for free training in relation to dyslexia.
SpLD training offer for Dyslexia Awareness Week Read More »
I’m just recirculating our Schools Go Smarter newsletter from last term as it was sent out quite late. As always just get in touch if there is anything you need further information on.
Schools Go Smarter newsletter Summer 2025 Read More »
Many thanks to those headteachers who attended the initial meeting for the new HeadsUp4HTs programme, funded by the combined authority. A recording of the meeting is now available here. You can take a look at what HeadsUp4HTs offer here.
Evidence Based Education are excited to be partnering with the North East Combined Authority to bring the Great Teaching Toolkit to schools across the region. This partnership will support teachers with evidence-informed resources, strategies, and professional development, all underpinned by feedback tools that work for you in your own context
North East Combined Authority x Great Teaching Toolkit Read More »
Northumberland Cultural Education Partnership is working with the North East Combined Authority and County Durham Cultural Education Partnership on a proposal for a pilot project funded as part of the North East Child Poverty Action Plan. The aim of the project is to create a sustainable model to support schools to access
Barriers to cultural visits research Read More »
Sorted is Northumberland’s substance misuse service. They offer a confidential 1:1 outreach service that provides support to young people in Northumberland. A poster that you may wish to display in school and/or share with parents, and the first termly newsletter are available here.
📅 Wednesday 1 October 2025 – 10:00 am to 3:00 pm📍 Northumbria Health and Care Academy, Northumbria Way, Cramlington, NE23 6NZ We’re inviting Career Practitioners to join us for a dedicated CPD day designed to: This engaging event will feature: 💡 You’ll leave with valuable insights and tools to deliver impactful careers education,
Northumbria Healthcare Careers Practitioner CPD Day Read More »
You may remember that the local authority funded HeadsUp4HTs a couple of years ago and it was very well received by the headteachers that took part. Thanks to funding from the combined authority it is going to be available again to Northumberland heads. The support groups will be open to those heads
HeadsUp4HTs is back… Read More »
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. On the new website you’ll find lots of resources, case studies and information for schools and cultural orgs. As you’re exploring
The new Northumberland Cultural Education Partnership website is now live Read More »
This handbook collates support for children and families residing in Northumberland, which schools can access and signpost families to. It’s a handy guide broken down by need, and schools can see what is available to all – universal and free, as well as additional support which may be purchased.
Handbook of support for schools Read More »
Inclusion Panel dates are: Referrals need to be sent to inclusionpanel@northumberland.gov.uk 2 weeks prior. Referral passport can be found Inclusion – Northumberland Education along with other Inclusion Documentation and guidance.
Inclusion Panel Dates Read More »
Please find attached information to enable school staff to sign up for free training in relation to dyslexia.
SpLD training offer for Dyslexia Awareness Week Read More »
We’re keen to hear what YOU think about Northumberland What do you love about it? What could be improved? How do you feel about our priorities? We’re currently collecting your feedback about Northumberland & we’ll be using it to inform: ⭐ our budget for next year – that’s how &
2026 Budget and Priorities Consultation Read More »
The ICB Be Wise Immunise campaign has launched. The campaign information aims to develop a consistent approach across Northumberland. This campaign is aiming to reach: You can view the Be Wise Immunise Flu communications toolkit, and a video explaining how the service works for all school vaccination programmes not just
ICB Be Wise Immunise campaign Read More »
Dear Headteacher, I am writing to inform you, all new applications for free school meals will soon be made online through Northumberland County Council`s Citizen Portal. The link on the local authority`s website will be updated. This will direct parents to the Citizen Portal log-in page. Parents who already have
Reminder: Free School Meals – Information for all schools Read More »
