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Early Years Survey: Speech, Language and Communication in the Early Years
We are inviting Early Years practitioners to complete a short questionnaire exploring current practice around speech, language and communication (SLC). The survey looks at how SLC is prioritised, approaches to […]
Read MoreSchool Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance
Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant […]
Read MoreWhat’s the Harm? Campaign
Balance North East – What’s the harm? Every parent and carer wants to do the right thing for their children. With the summer upon us, parents and carers are encouraged […]
Read MoreTogetherness School Wellbeing newsletter
Some helpful resources for parents experiencing all the big emotions of growing children. Togetherness the NHS emotional health digital learning hub funded in your area. Your family has free access […]
Read MoreUNDERSTANDING YOUR CHILD IN A CHANGING WORLD
This brand-new pathway for parents is now LIVE! Togetherness’ new online learning pathway supports parents by giving them the space to reflect on these big parenting challenges: social media, gaming and […]
Read MoreSpark Northumberland – bringing local employers into primary classrooms
Northumberland County Council is proud to support the launch of Spark Northumberland, a new curriculum-led careers platform helping primary school children discover the world of work on their doorstep. Developed […]
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 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 MorePlaces Leisure: Big Sister Project
1.3 million teenage girls who once considered themselves as ‘sporty’ are dropping out of exercise and activity after primary school and many girls are disengaging from sport and exercise in […]
Read MoreFrom burnout to balance: Practical tools for busy teachers and education staff
Education Support are inviting inviting education staff to join a free webinar: From burnout to balance: Practical tools for busy teachers and education staff This supportive and practical session will […]
Read MoreHINT training courses 2026 – 2027
The HINT team have a range of courses on offer during the 2026 – 2027 academic year. For details of each course, costs, and how to book click here.
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Are you a childminder in Northumberland? – Looking to develop your professional knowledge and deepen your understanding of your role in early years education and care? […]
Read MoreSenior Leader Briefings 2026-27
Senior Leader Briefings return for the 2026–27 academic year. These sessions provide a valuable opportunity to connect with colleagues, hear key updates from the School Improvement Team, and engage with […]
Read MoreSchool Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance
Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant […]
Read MoreEarly Years Survey: Speech, Language and Communication in the Early Years
We are inviting Early Years practitioners to complete a short questionnaire exploring current practice around speech, language and communication (SLC). The survey looks at how SLC is prioritised, approaches to […]
Read MoreBritish Cycling – Level 1 Ride Leader Training
Next course Wednesday 23 September 2026 at County Hall Morpeth. Have you been wondering about taking part in a Ride Leader training course? If you or a member of staff at your school […]
Read MoreLevel 3 Forest School qualification
Adventure Training North East are offering a 9 day level 3 Forest School course endorsed by the Forest School Association. See what previous candidates from Northumberland schools have said: “Wow! […]
Read MoreInformation for schools: Royal Life Saving Society’s UK Drowning Prevention Week 2026
The Royal Life Saving Society’s UK Drowning Prevention Week takes place until 20 June 2026. Drowning Prevention Week educates children aged 5 to 17 each June with crucial water safety advice just […]
Read MorePeer Mentor Train the Trainer – Empowering Student Support
This engaging training programme supports schools to develop effective peer mentoring approaches, enabling pupils to support one another and promote positive wellbeing across the setting. By attending, staff will gain […]
Read MoreSenior Mental Health Lead Refresher – Strengthening Your Whole-School Approach
Designed for both new and experienced SMHLs, this one-day training provides a comprehensive overview of the role alongside practical tools to strengthen your setting’s approach to mental health and wellbeing. […]
Read MoreBuild Resilience Across Your School with FRIENDS for Life
Join this one-day training to explore FRIENDS for Life, an internationally recognised, WHO-endorsed programme that supports children and young people to develop key resilience and wellbeing skills. Participants will gain practical, […]
Read MoreSchool Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance
Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant […]
Read MoreEarly Years Survey: Speech, Language and Communication in the Early Years
We are inviting Early Years practitioners to complete a short questionnaire exploring current practice around speech, language and communication (SLC). The survey looks at how SLC is prioritised, approaches to […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team 2nd headcount SPR 2025-26 If you require a 2nd headcount form for disadvantaged funded 2 year olds (EY2C codes only) who have; started accessing funding with you, or have increased […]
Read MoreEnglish Hub – Expression of Interest 25 – 26
I am delighted to share that the Department for Education has confirmed that the English Hub programme will be expanding next year, enabling us to support an even greater number of […]
Read MoreNew Attendance Tools for Schools (DfE)
The DfE have produced four new resources and tools to support school attendance:
Read MoreClass list request – immunisation
The School Aged Immunisation Service will shortly be sending information to schools and ask that this is shared with families before the end of term in July. The information also asks you […]
Read MoreGrantFinder – News alert: Funding to Support Science in Schools Across the UK
GrantFinder News alert – 2 June 2026 Funding to Support Science in Schools Across the UK The funding is for primary and secondary schools to inspire and engage students through […]
Read MoreEarly Years Survey: Speech, Language and Communication in the Early Years
We are inviting Early Years practitioners to complete a short questionnaire exploring current practice around speech, language and communication (SLC). The survey looks at how SLC is prioritised, approaches to […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Autumn Term 2026 Key Dates Please find Autumn Key dates attached. Keep these handy to prevent missing submission deadlines. Child Safety Week 1st-7th June Shared on behalf of Northumberland […]
Read MoreEnglish and Maths Courses
We offer functional skills English courses from entry level 3 to level 2 and maths courses from entry level 3 to GCSE. Classes are delivered online and face to face […]
Read MoreNew Northumberland Deaf Friendly Education Award to Launch in Autumn 2026
Northumberland schools and educational settings will soon have access to a new framework designed to improve inclusion and accessibility for deaf learners, with the launch of the Northumberland Deaf Friendly […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Scheme for Financing Maintained Schools Consultation Notice
Local authorities are required to publish schemes for financing schools, setting out the financial relationship between them and the schools they maintain. This is reviewed on an annual basis, in […]
Read MoreHealthy relationships schools survey
Healthy Relationships: Education in Schools Survey Northumberland would like to hear from schools following the Department of Educations revised guidance on Relationships, Sex, Education and Healthy Relationships (RHSE) published in […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Schools Forum seeks School representatives
The Northumberland Schools Forum is currently looking to recruit additional school representatives to ensure all phases across maintained schools and academies are represented. We are particularly interested in seeking additional […]
Read MoreRecycling Project
Hi there, I’m the Recycling Engagement Officer at Groundwork NE and Cumbria, and I’m currently working on a recycling project in partnership with Northumberland County council aimed at improving residents recycling practices. This project […]
Read MoreSchool Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance
Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant […]
Read MoreSharing What Works: Best Start in Life Case Study 2 Using the School Readiness Passport – 2 Year Old Progress Check
This second Best Start in Life (BSiL) case study highlights how a Northumberland school is effectively using the School Readiness Passport – 2 Year Old Progress Check to strengthen early identification, partnership […]
Read MoreSafer In Education – Summer 1
Dear Colleagues, Please find a link to our Summer 1 edition of the Safer in Education newsletter.
Read MoreChildren’s survey launched
The Children’s Commissioner for England, Dame Rachel de Souza, has launched a survey asking children what they want to see in their communities, their biggest concerns, and their hopes for […]
Read MorePoetry Together
On behalf of the Civic and Lieutenancy Officer: Poetry Together is a simple idea, bringing older people and young people together over poetry, tea and cake! What happens is that […]
Read MoreApprenticeship Connect Event County Hall – 27 June
Northumberland Skills are delighted to invite parents/carers and pupils to Apprenticeship Connect, a major event hosted by Northumberland County Council to support young people in exploring future careers, apprenticeship opportunities, […]
Read MoreNew legislative limit on branded uniform
The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 received Royal Assent on 29 April 2026 introducing a limit on the number of branded items schools can require. From 1 September 2026, state-funded schools […]
Read MoreNPQs: 2026 – 2027
The Department for Education has expanded funding for National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), providing increased opportunities for teachers and school leaders to access fully funded professional development. This presents an excellent […]
Read MoreHMRC tax‑free mileage rates
Following the Chancellor’s recent announcement of a 10p per mile increase to HMRC tax‑free mileage rates, colleagues in People & Culture (HR) and Finance at the local authority are reviewing […]
Read MoreFree school meals: 2026 – 2027
From the start of the 2026 to 2027 academic year, all children from households in receipt of Universal Credit attending these schools will be entitled to receive a free meal. […]
Read MoreNew network of PE and School Sport Partnerships – DfE
The Primary PE and Sport Premium will be ending at the end of this academic year. During the next academic year (2026/27), primary schools will receive a term’s allocation as […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team REMINDER – It’s Headcount/Census Week!! Information for PVIs ONLY Your Summer term Headcount return is due to be submitted on Friday 22nd May. To locate your file, Go to Drive > use the search in […]
Read MoreSchool Governor Training: Complaints Policy & Serial/Persistent Complainant Guidance
Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, will be delivering online training for School Governors on our recently updated School Complaints Policy and the revised Serial and Persistent Complainant […]
Read MoreSolar PV Update – Key Information For Schools
Following the solar PV fire at Shanklea Primary School in July 2025, the Council has been carrying out a thorough review of all its solar PV installations, where safety remains […]
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