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SEND 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 […]
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 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 MorePeriod product scheme for schools
The period product scheme provides free period products to girls and women in their place of study. It is available to state-maintained schools and Department for Education (DfE) funded 16 […]
Read MoreNorth East Mayoral Strategic Authority Inspire grants
The Inspire programme from NEMSA is back and open for applications! The Inspire education grants programme is open to: Schools can apply for up to £10,000, or £20,000 if a […]
Read MoreNEU National Industrial Action Ballot
The National Education Union (NEU) has formally notified us that it intends to conduct a national aggregated ballot of teacher members in state funded schools in England regarding potential industrial […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Cultural Education Partnerships
Northumberland Cultural Education Partnerships is looking to work with schools to improve access to cultural education for all pupils in Northumberland. Our monthly newsletter includes creative opportunities for schools across […]
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 MoreFunding for books and reading materials for secondary schools: guidance for schools
The government is providing funding for secondary schools in England to purchase books and other reading materials to support reading enjoyment amongst their pupils. Full details are here.
Read MoreA-Z infectious diseases resource
Please find below a resource outlining A-Z infectious diseases across children and young people’s settings. A to Z of infectious diseases in children and young people’s settings – GOV.UK
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Looking to enhance outcomes for boys in your setting? Our new Best Start for Boys programme offers practical, research-informed training across two half-day sessions, […]
Read MoreBuild and Talk, funded parent workshops around online gaming from Parentzone
In partnership with LEGO, Parentzone are launching Build & Talk, a new programme that uses creative play to help parents have open, playful conversations about online gaming. Parentzone are looking […]
Read MoreFunding e-Bulletin – 15 September 2026
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 […]
Read MoreSexual Health Week 14-20th September 2026
Please find some information below about Sexual Health Week resources from Brook
Read MoreEAL Training Calendar 2026-2027
English as an Additional Language drop in: online Wednesday 14/10/2026, 2-5pm Online This event is for school staff supporting multilingual learners. Free admission for Northumberland maintained schools and academies with […]
Read MoreOASES Forest School Training Courses October 2026
We are now taking bookings for our popular Forest School training. Our Level 2 and 3 courses take place in County Durham. For information and bookings please see our website: […]
Read MorePicture News Live Assembly: How Can We Make Our School Allergy-Aware?
Monday 28th September, 2.15-2.45pm Join Clare Bristow, from the Sadie Bristow Foundation, for a special 30-minute live assembly exploring allergies and how we can help everyone feel safe and included at […]
Read MoreModeration and training sessions for writing
Moderation and training sessions for writing (autumn, spring and summer terms), run by Louise Mallin (School Improvement Lead & Moderation Manager), are now bookable on our training calendar. 📅 Access […]
Read MoreWellbeing resources and webinar for education staff from Education Support
As the new academic year gets underway, we know that supporting the mental health and wellbeing of teachers and education staff will continue to be a priority. At Education Support, […]
Read MorePapaya – Me and My Screen workshop
Papaya offer an interactive Me and My Screen workshop to help KS2 students critically evaluate their technology use and its impact on themselves and society. Designed to engage young people, […]
Read More2026 North East Secondary PE Conference
The Active Education Alliance, supported by Rise North East and Youth Sport Trust, are delighted to invite you to join us for another year at the 2026 North East Secondary PE […]
Read MoreDBS 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 and Children’s Social Care including, student social workers and social […]
Read MoreTerm Time Only contracts (NCC payroll SLA schools only)
This guidance explains how ‘term time plus additional days’ contracts work for all employees, including part-time employees, and those with uneven working patterns. It also outlines how adjustments to equated […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Golden Tickets Another round of golden tickets will be sent out to potential eligible parents this week. Remember to process an eligibility check via the ELF2 […]
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 MoreInternational Walk to School Month
October is International Walk to School Month, when pupils around the globe celebrate the joys of walking and wheeling to school. In Northumberland we celebrate with 4 themed weeks of activities […]
Read MoreWorking on your Inclusion strategy?
With schools required to publish an Inclusion Strategy Statement by 31 December 2026, many leadership teams are considering how to best align their Inclusive Mainstream Fund (IMF) allocation with long-term, […]
Read MoreSupporting Children with Chronic Conditions where they live and learn
Join paediatric nurse specialists from the RVI’s Great North Children’s Hospital for a full-study day exploring the most commonly seen long term conditions affecting children and young people today. The […]
Read MoreLinking Leaders – Inclusion
Following the success of last year’s Linking Leaders: Inclusion programme, Durham LA have joined forces with The Difference again this year to run two cohorts: one aimed at primary and […]
Read MoreSharing What Works: Best Start in Life Case Study
This case study explores how Branton Primary School, a small rural school, responded to a significant childcare sufficiency gap by developing and sustaining wraparound provision for local families. Led by […]
Read MoreSeptember marks Sexual Health Awareness month
You may be aware September marks Sexual Health Awareness month, as well as the updated Relationships, sex and health education (RSHE) guidance officially coming into effect on 1st September. ‘This […]
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