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DfE RISE Attendance and Behaviour Hub Programme – Regional Support Offer (starting January 2027)
Through the RISE attendance and behaviour hub regional support offer, schools will have access to six online CPD sessions, alongside three Open Days in March, June and November 2027. This […]
Read MoreFREE DBS workshops
Please find below a series of free DBS workshops for those working in North East Schools, Independent Schools and Specified Establishments, run by the Disclosure and Barring srvice. Tuesday 17th […]
Read MoreFAO: schools that use School360 and/or eschools
You may have recieved an alert from the DfE today regarding a Cyber Security alert issued by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) yesterday. Please be assured that School360 and […]
Read MoreSafer Recruitment Training – autumn term
Recruiting the right people is one of the most important safeguarding responsibilities a school has. A statutory requirement Schools must ensure that at least one person on any appointment panel […]
Read MoreAllergy/anaphylaxis training assurance letter from Northumberland County Council
This letter assures headteachers and governing bodies that members of staff from Northumberland County Council (NCC) Education & Skills Service (including Northumberland Music) and Children’s Social Care, who work directly […]
Read MoreFurniture available to Northumberland schools
Dear Colleagues, As you will be aware the middle school at Glendale closed at the end of August 2026 and we are therefore able to offer surplus legacy furniture and […]
Read MoreRelationships Matter conference – March 2027
Building on our ‘Relationships Matter’ series, we are pleased to announce that our next conference will be focused on staff wellbeing. Join us for a series of presentations and workshops […]
Read MoreMORE free RWI training for alliance schools
We have been offered more FREE Reception, Year 1 and Fresh Start sessions exclusively for alliance schools in Northumberland. There are numerous dates and each session lasts an hour. For […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team 🌟 New Learning Library Course: Using AI in Early Years 🌟 Have you heard more about Artificial Intelligence (AI) but aren’t sure where to […]
Read MoreFraudulent Invoice
We have been made aware of a fraudulent invoice that has been sent to two Schools. They were both identical and received in the post. I have attached them here […]
Read MoreClosing the Gap: Quality Interventions to Maximise the Progress of the Lowest 20%
We are pleased to invite you to our fully funded online CPD session, Closing the Gap: Quality Interventions to Maximise the Progress of the Lowest 20%. This practical session is […]
Read MoreHealth Improvement (HIMP) Training Programme
Please find details of our current training courses below together with the attached catalogue which gives further details on all of our courses which are currently delivered over Microsoft Teams, unless […]
Read MoreCreatively Healthy Secondary Settings
Northumberland secondary and high settings are invited to take part in Creatively Healthy Secondary Settings, a funded Creative Health Action Research Project designed to help schools explore innovative, evidence-informed approaches […]
Read MoreHelp Shape the Future of School Inspection in Northumberland (by becoming an inspector)
Ofsted is piloting a new approach to recruiting part-time inspectors, bringing groups of serving school leaders together through local authorities, school networks and trusts. The aim is to make inspection […]
Read MoreTeaching in the age of AI
A fully funded conference for primary school leaders, funded by the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority (NEMSA), exploring the opportunities and challenges that artificial intelligence presents for education. The conference […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team A reminder about the value of our free training offer… We have recently had 11 practitioners not attend our free Makaton training sessions. As […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Deaf Friendly Education Award
Northumberland Sensory Support Service (Low Incidence Needs Team, Education, SEND and Skills) are delighted to share that Bede Academy (Primary) in Blyth, has become the first school in the county […]
Read MoreIntroducing Connected Safety Net – New Incident Reporting System, Launching 1 November (replacing ANVIL)
We are pleased to announce that from 1 November, Connected Safety Net will become the new incident reporting system for Northumberland County Council, including for all maintained schools and any other […]
Read MoreFree Early Years Conference 2026: Every Word Counts
Dear Colleagues, The English Hub are delighted to invite you to our Early Years Conference 2026: Every Word Counts. Every interaction matters. Every conversation shapes understanding. Every word counts. Join […]
Read MoreDBS Assurance letter
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 […]
Read MoreYoung people workshops- family hubs
Please find attached information on some workshops Family Hubs are offering to young people 11+ which started in September as a rolling programme after school-available in each locality. Times and […]
Read MoreReducing illnesses
As we are now well into the season of colds and coughs, you may find it useful to read a blog on the DfE website from Chief Scientific Adviser Professor […]
Read MoreDesignated teachers network conference
Please click here to book your place.
Read MoreBe part of a research study with the University of Newcastle
Research Title: E-Cigarette Use Among Adolescents in Northeast England: Perceptions, Patterns and Public Health Implications Aimed at: mainstream secondary/high schools What is required: A summary of the project is here. […]
Read MoreFire safety – to share with parents/carers
With Bonfire Night approaching, Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging parents and carers to talk to their children about the dangers of deliberate fire setting. Deliberate fires can put […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Setting level data (PVIs ONLY) You must update the questions module in your Wizard account by Friday 9th October to ensure you can be […]
Read MoreInformation: Book your regional in-person training
School business professionals can book places on the latest courses including: Funded by DfE and delivered in partnership with the Institute of School Business Leaders (ISBL), these regional events provide […]
Read MoreInformation: New local authority-maintained school data now live in the Financial Benchmarking and Insights Tool
Information: New local authority-maintained school data now live in the Financial Benchmarking and Insights Tool The latest financial data for local authority-maintained schools (2025 to 2026) is now available in […]
Read MoreEarly Years Moderation: Formative Assessment for Schools
oin colleagues from across Northumberland for a collaborative moderation session focused on strengthening formative assessment practice within the EYFS. This session will support practitioners to develop a deeper understanding of […]
Read MoreSkills for Childcare Course with Northumberland Skills
We are currently delivering a range of training courses and apprenticeship pathways and would welcome the opportunity to support local schools, settings, and childcare providers through access to our training, […]
Read MoreHigher Level Communication Practitioner Award: A Nationally Recognised Qualification for Teaching Assistants and Early Years Practitioners
Looking to develop your expertise in speech, language and communication? The HLCP programme from Elklan is designed for experienced practitioners who want to deepen their knowledge and strengthen outcomes for […]
Read MoreSEND Soft-Start Breakfast Club Grant Funding – Expression of Interest (EOI)
As a part of Northumberland County Council’s Wraparound Funding Programme, NCC Early Years Team are offering schools the opportunity to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to access funds to […]
Read MoreSharing What Works: Best Start in Life Case Study
HAF SEN Surf sessions at NE SURF This video showcases the SEN-specific surfing camp delivered by NE Surf as part of Northumberland’s Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. Through adapted […]
Read MoreKeeping your school healthy: vaccinations and resources (DfE)
Reducing the spread of seasonal illness in your school this autumn/winter Illness is the largest cause of school absence. Over 50 million days were lost in 2025/26 due to illness, […]
Read MoreBlack History Month Live Assembly – Picture News
Join very special guest Swarzy for a special live Black History Month assembly celebrating the people, stories and achievements that strengthen and inspire our communities. Together we’ll explore the importance […]
Read MoreFSM Funding Update: September 2026
Further to information circulated in Ecourier on 7th July 2026, in relation to the new expanded and targeted FSM offer (Further information available here : FSM guidance ), the expansion […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team REMINDER – It’s Headcount/Census Week!! – Information for PVIs ONLY Your Autumn term Headcount return is due to be submitted by Friday 2nd October. […]
Read MoreMediated Learning Support Approach (MeLSA) Training
Would you like to support your learners to be more independent, skilled and confident? Northumberland Psychological Services Team are offering a training programme to build the capacity of schools to […]
Read MoreHINT Neurodiversity Inclusion Programme
Designed and delivered by all four HINT teams, this training programme is aimed at school staff who would like to gain further insight and understanding of how to support your […]
Read MoreReminder: Senior Leader Briefings – Autumn Term 2026
Bookings remain open for the autumn term Senior Leader Briefings taking place next week. As the same content will be delivered at each venue, you only need to attend one […]
Read MoreSchool Holidays for 2026/27 – updated
Please note that there was an error in the school holidays for 2026/27 published earlier in the year in relation to summer break 2027. Schools will break up on 21st July […]
Read MoreSchool Workforce Census
The School Workforce Census return is due on 5 November. The spreadsheet attached should be completed and returned alongside your census. Every school must submit both a census and a […]
Read MoreRE Subject Leadership CPD
The Church of England Dioceses of Durham and Newcastle are delighted to launch a new two-part* course designed for both new and existing RE subject leaders to grow in confidence […]
Read MoreDevelop your enrichment offer (DfE)
The DfE have published a new enrichment framework to support schools and colleges to design and deliver a high-quality enrichment offer that is strategic, accessible and engaging for all pupils. […]
Read MoreRegister for RISE attendance and behaviour hubs regional support, and national inclusion base networks (DfE)
Mainstream school registration is now open for the January 2027 RISE attendance and behaviour hubs regional support offer and for national inclusion base networks. Join to gain sector-led, practical support […]
Read MoreMaking the most of School360 resources
Join Nikki and Isobel for two practical sessions exploring School360 resources and how to get the most out of them in your classroom. Busy Things 3.45pm, October 7th: Teams Busy […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Funded Places Available for the National Professional Qualification in Early Years Leadership For the first time in recent cohorts, funding for the NPQEYL is […]
Read MoreFurniture available to Northumberland schools
Dear Colleagues, We have relocated James Calvert Spence College to their new build. We are therefore able to offer some legacy furniture to other schools in Northumberland. An example of […]
Read MoreInclusion Strategy Support Sessions for Headteachers
Under the UK Department for Education’s 2026 SEND and school reforms, schools in England must publish their Inclusion Strategy by December 31st. To support with this process we are offering […]
Read MoreGrantFinder – News alert: Crest Awards Engage Grants Open for UK Applications
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 […]
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