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Free School Meals – Information for all schools
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 […]
Read MoreChanges to Governor DBS Tracking and Section Y Responsibilities on NEREO
Briefing Note for Headteachers and Admin Teams From 1st August 2025 Governor Services will no longer track Governor DBS checks or complete Section Y on NEREO. These responsibilities now lie […]
Read MoreERIC Toilet Train Resource
Do you have children due to start reception in September who are not yet toilet training. If so, please share ERIC’s ‘Toilet Train Ready for School’ resources. For more information, […]
Read MoreKooth support over Summer
As the holidays approach with a quick reminder that Kooth’s platform will be available to help children and young people manage their mental health and wellbeing through the summer. We know […]
Read MoreLAST CHANCE SPACES- NWG Young Citizen Work Experience Festival
Earlier in the year we contacted all the schools in the region to invite you to our Young Citizen Work Experience Festival held at Newcastle racecourse next week. Weds 9th […]
Read MoreInvitation for first/primary/middle schools to join North East Ambition’s Primary Careers Network
The North East Combined Authority supports first/primary/middle schools across our region to deliver meaningful and impactful careers-related learning. The aim is to broaden horizons, raise aspirations, challenge stereotypes, and help […]
Read MoreFurniture available to Northumberland schools
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 […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Early Years Ordinarily Available Provision Virtual Training We are running a virtual training session about using the Early Years Ordinarily Available Provision. See attached flyer. […]
Read MoreForest school and Beach school training Autumn 2025
Please see attached flyers for Beach School (September) and Forest School (October) training. For information and bookings, see the website: Training and Resources – OASES Or contact us:
Read MoreSchools Go Smarter – Level 1 Ride Leader Training, free course for school staff
We are planning another Ride Leader course in late September so if you or a member of staff has been wondering about taking part or you’d like to find out […]
Read MoreThe Northumberland Family Hub App
The Northumberland Family Hub app has an exciting new update! The app now not only includes carefully selected videos from the Tiny Happy People website, designed to help parents and […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Early Years Ordinarily Available Provision Virtual Training We are running a virtual training session about using the Early Years Ordinarily Available Provision. The training […]
Read MoreHealth Improvement (HIMP) Training Programme
Please find details of our training courses below together with the attached document which gives further details on all of our courses which are currently delivered over Microsoft Teams, unless […]
Read MoreNSSN Meetings
The next Northumberland Schools Sustainability Network meetings have been scheduled and we’d love for you to join us. Key Stages 1 and 2 – Tuesday 8th July 2025, 4pm – 4:45pm, online […]
Read MoreMortal Fools – Ensemble Young Company taster sessions (14 – 19 year olds)
Mortal Fools would be gratfeul if you would advertise to your pupils/parents as appropriate
Read MoreIn-person Climate Event – save the date
Northumberland Couny Council are hosting an in-person climate event at the beginning of the new school year on Tuesday 16th September at County Hall, Morpeth, from 1pm – 4pm. The […]
Read MoreNSSN Meetings
The next Northumberland Schools Sustainability Network meetings have been scheduled and are divided out into 2 meetings for the different Key Stages, ensuring that the conversations and discussions are more […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Summer 25 working families code eligibility We are really sorry to say that whilst we are cleaning the data from headcount we are recognising […]
Read MoreSchools’ Health and Safety Newsletter – Summer Term 2025
The 7th edition of the Schools’ Health and Safety newsletter is now available. This is produced by the NCC Corporate Health and Safety Team and available to those schools signed up to […]
Read MoreNational Clean Air Day – 19 June 2025
National Clear Air Day (19 June) is fast approaching and it’s the ideal opportunity to talk about how we travel, especially those shorter everyday journeys and how we can make them more […]
Read MoreSchools Go Smarter – Level 1 Ride Leader Training, free course for school staff
We are planning another Ride Leader course in late September so if you or a member of staff has been wondering about taking part or you’d like to find out […]
Read MoreMELVA showcase – September
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 […]
Read MoreSafer Recruitment for Early Years Settings
Please find below details of training for early years settings looking to provide professional development opportunities for staff in early years settings. The training will support the setting meet requirements […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Early Years Ordinarily Available Provision Virtual Training We are running a virtual training session about using the Early Years Ordinarily Available Provision – see […]
Read MoreNorth East Attendance Conferences
Struggling with persistent absence? Want to build a stronger attendance culture? Keen to hear what’s worked in other schools? Join staff from the Ashington Attendance Hub for a practical and […]
Read MoreSchool Term and Holiday Dates 2026-2027
The term and holiday dates for Northumberland 2026/2027 have been approved as follows:
Read MoreNew Youth Panel Survey
We are reaching out to ask for your support in an important initiative aimed at amplifying the voices of young people across Northumberland. As part of our efforts to shape […]
Read MoreLetter to governors and trustees in schools and academy trusts
Catherine McKinnell, the Minister for School Standards, has written a letter of thanks recognising school and trust governance volunteers in England. You can see the letter here.
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Inclusion Stories – Week 4 It’s the 4th week of our inclusion in early years focus. This weeks case study demonstrates how Amble Links […]
Read MoreTheology and Religious Studies Teachers Conference – June 2025
Durham University are offering a free conference, open to anyone who teachers Religious Studies or Ethics in schools and colleges. This conference offers a chance to meet academics from the […]
Read MoreCycling UK Bike Week 2025 9-15 June
Cycling UK’s Bike Week takes place between the 9-15 June, let us know if you have anything planned here and if you want any further ideas to encourage cycling at your school please […]
Read MoreConsultation on Scheme for Financing Maintained Schools wef September 2025
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 MoreNorth East Ambition Primary Careers Conference – Friday 4 July
The North East Ambition Primary Team are delighted to invite you to our upcoming Summer Primary Careers Conference at Sunderland College, Bede Campus on Friday 4 July. The conference will bring together primary school careers […]
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 MoreCreating Standing Out Early Years – With an Early Writing Focus – Shonette Bason
We are thrilled to welcome Shonette Bason, the nationally renowned Early Years expert (widely known as the “Dough Disco Lady”), who will be leading an engaging and thought-provoking evening at Sele […]
Read MoreeSchools Website: DfE Tracker Introductory Session
Thursday 26th June, 3.45pm, online. Those of you who already have, or are considering moving to an eSchools website may be interested in joining this introductory session to help you get […]
Read MoreHealth Improvement (HIMP) Training Programme
Health Improvement (HIMP) Training Programme Please find details of our training courses below together with the attached document which gives further details on all of our courses which are currently […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Northumberland Family Services Directory https://northumberlandeducation.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Family-Services-Directory-guidance-Pdf-2.pdf Many providers hold a Carescheme on the above directory setting out their childcare offer. Thank you to all who […]
Read MoreLOVE Northumberland Awards
Time is running out to get your entries in to the LOVE Northumberland Awards, and you could win up to £250 to spend on your school project. LOVE Northumberland is […]
Read MoreFree Tree Packs for Northumberland Schools and Communities – Apply Now
We’re pleased to offer free tree packs to schools and community groups across Northumberland, to support tree equity and bring people together through nature. Why apply? How to apply: If this opportunity […]
Read MoreFree Canva Learning Event at The Baltic, September 23rd
At Canva Learning Labs, discover how Canva Education can help teachers and students create, collaborate and bring learning to life, via a series of workshops. This event is free to attend […]
Read MoreOnline Safety and ICT Curriculum Training Dates for 2025-2026
Booking is now open for Online Safety and ICT and Computing Curriculum training. Please follow THIS LINK for dates and full details. Contact Jennifer.harris@northumberland.gov.uk or Jordan.graham@northumberland.gov.uk to reserve your places.
Read MoreHAF – Holiday Activities Platform
Support Needed: Help Us Distribute Summer HAF Vouchers We need your support to help distribute Summer HAF vouchers to families eligible for benefit-related free school meals through the HolidayActivities platform. […]
Read MoreFULLY FUNDED places on The Difference Inclusive Leadership Course are NOW OPEN.
If you would like to place a leader on the Inclusive Leadership Course – complete THIS short application form by Friday 12th July. The usual cost for schools is £2650 per leader – we […]
Read MoreGuides from Children North East
Children North East have created guides for schools to help them support pupils and families who are experiencing poverty or facing financial hardship. Download the guides here.
Read MorePlaces available on training courses taking place week beginning 2nd June 2025
Please note that due to staff annual leave the sign-up for these courses closes earlier than normal on Friday 23rd May 2025 at 12.00 noon. Alcohol Awareness, Making Every Contact Count This training […]
Read MoreNational Child Measurement Programme
National Child Measurement Programme – 3 year individual school data for Reception & Year 6 (letter and further details attached) Reminder that your school’s average results from the past three years along with a summary […]
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