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Healthy Relationships: Free Training course
The government’s new VAWG and RSHE strategies both emphasise that teaching about safe and respectful relationships is most effective when it is echoed in the home environment. As teachers we […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Upcoming Deadline – Setting level data (PVIs ONLY) You must complete the questions module in your Wizard account by Friday 23rd January to ensure you can be funded in spring term […]
Read MoreSpring Term 2026 Milk Template
Please see attached milk return for Spring 2026 First and Primary Schools Special Schools
Read MoreYear 2 / Year 6 moderation of writing
Join us for the chance to moderate with other teachers outside of your school, and look at the potential your pupils have to be a certain standard at the end […]
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 MoreNews alert: Learning Through Landscapes Accepting Applications for Local School Nature Grants
Learning Through Landscapes is offering outdoor learning training sessions and nature equipment for nurseries, schools, and other early learning providers across England, Scotland, and Wales to promote outdoor learning for children. The Local School Nature Grants Scheme will provide […]
Read MoreGathering views from Northumberland RE teachers
Members of the Northumberland Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) are keen to support teachers in their work and to promote interesting and relevant RE/religion and worldviews education (R&W) […]
Read MoreShort Breaks for Service Children with Additional Needs & Disabilities
Applications for SSAFA (Soldiers’, Sailors’ & Airmen’s Families Association) short breaks 2026 are now OPEN! What Are SSAFA Short Breaks? SSAFA Short Breaks are free, residential activity breaks for families […]
Read MoreSTEM Clubs Technicians
STEM Clubs Technicians is a free programme for UK secondary schools, sixth forms and FE colleges that combines careers education with engaging, practical STEM activities. The programme showcases six technicians’ careers across different […]
Read MoreFree taster events and open events for school leavers
Northumberland Skills are running a series of free taster events and open events for school leavers at our campuses in Blyth, Alnwick and Seghill over the coming months. Events include […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Spring 2025-26 Headcount (PVI’s ONLY) The pre-populated headcount forms are now available in your SPR 2025-26 file. To locate your file, go to Drive > […]
Read MoreDrug Awareness Materials – ketamine, THC vapes, and synthetic opioids
Please see link for drug awareness resources, published by DHSC, and available to download. Includes resources that can be used in educational settings. Drug Awareness Campaign | Campaigns | Campaign […]
Read MoreRegeneration Funding e-Bulletin – 12 January 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 interested […]
Read MoreSEND reform national conversation
The Schools White Paper will be published in 2026 and will set out the DfE’s proposed reforms to the SEND system. The DfE want to have an open conversation on […]
Read MoreFinal applications for the Roots and Shoots programme
The Northumberland Roots and Shoots Schools Programme is now an established programme at The Alnwick Garden in Northumberland. Led by The Alnwick Garden the programme aims to offer children in […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Spring 2025-26 Headcount (PVIs Only) The pre-populated headcount forms are now available in your SPR 2025-26 file. Please complete by Friday 16th January. To locate your […]
Read MoreSupporting parents of SEND pupils: growing up, relationships and sex
Speakeasy Parents course Speakeasy works with parents and carer-givers of children and young people with additional learning needs, learning disabilities or neurodivergence, helping them feel confident in talking to their children about […]
Read MoreChairs’ & Vice Chairs’ Virtual Briefing – Spring Term 2026, Date and Booking Form
Dear Governors, Happy New Year! 🎉 The date for our Spring ‘virtual’ Briefing is Tuesday, 20 January 2026, 6:00pm – 7:00pm. As usual the briefing will be recorded for those of […]
Read MorePlaces available on Menopause Awareness training on Thursday 15th January 2026
There are still places available on our Menopause Awareness training on Thursday 15th January 2026, 10.00 am to 11.00 am, should you wish to attend. Please feel free to forward this […]
Read MoreSupport Directory for Schools
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 […]
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 MorePeer Mentor Train the trainer
Please see flier for dates and information – Be you- Helping You Be You
Read MoreSchools Go Smarter newsletter
Here’s the latest edition of the Schools Go Smarter newsletter for the Autumn term, please get in touch with tracy.aitken@northumberland.gov.uk with any queries.
Read MoreFixed, Firm and Fluent Foundations: FREE for primary/middle schools
We are delighted to inform you of the Fixed, Firm and Fluent Foundations: A Transcription Toolkit – a free, high-impact professional development programme designed to strengthen the building blocks of confident, fluent […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Disability Access Fund 25-26 Do you know enough about DAF? There is still just over £160,000 in our budget, with only 1 term left […]
Read MoreSLS Conference, Friday 6th of February: Building a Reading Culture: Empowering Minds, One Page at a Time
Building a Reading Culture: Empowering Minds, One Page at a Time Cost: £100 or £130 for non-subscribing schools Small Schools (under 50 pupils) £50 or £65 for non-subscribing schoolsRefreshments & lunch […]
Read MoreCrest Awards Engage Grants Open for Applications 6 January 2026
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 MoreFunding to Help Children and Young People Reach Their Full Potential
Schools, community groups, clubs, societies and other not-for-profit organisations based and working in England can apply now for grants of up to £5,000 for projects that help to improve the […]
Read MoreMediated Learning Support Approach (MeLSA) Training
🎄 Give Your Learners the Gift of Independence This New Year! 🎄Would you like to help your learners become more independent, skilled, and confident? The Northumberland Psychological Services Team is delighted […]
Read MoreHotpod yoga in Morpeth
Dear Headteacher Hotpod yoga in Morpeth are kindly offering staff in Northumberland schools a free class over the festive period to support with well-being after a long and challenging term. […]
Read MoreTheatre in Education – free to schools
Our 2 popular Theatre in Education productions focussing on Road Safety and Sustainable Travel are once again open for bookings for performances next term. Northumberland Schools can book direct here – Northumberland Schools […]
Read MoreSupporting young people over the Christmas break
With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, we know this time of year can feel overwhelming for many young people, especially those who usually access mental health support through school. To […]
Read MorePeer Mediation – Train the Trainer Course
Empower your pupils to resolve conflicts positively! Peer mediation equips children with the skills and confidence to manage disputes among their peers, fostering empathy, understanding, and pro-social behaviours across the […]
Read MoreProvision Map training – led by Jude Macdonald (15 January 2026)
Following the incredible NCC SEND Conference in June 2025, we have had some interest from schools regarding Jude Macdonald’s provision map. Jude explained at the conference how this tool is […]
Read MoreNorthumberland SEND Peer Review Project and Conference – 20th January 2026
The Northumberland SEND Peer Review Project is a collaborative initiative to strengthen SENCOs’ confidence and practice across Northumberland by embedding a sustainable peer review model. Key components include baseline surveys, […]
Read MoreFunding e-Bulletin – 9 December 2025
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 interested […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Funding breakdowns for autumn 2025 The funding breakdowns for Autumn 2025 are now available in your Wizard account. Please log in at your earliest convenience to […]
Read MoreFunding to Help Children and Young People Reach Their Full Potential
Schools, community groups, clubs, societies and other not-for-profit organisations based and working in England can apply now for grants of up to £5,000 for projects that help to improve the […]
Read MorePrudhoe Family Hub What’s On Guide January 2026
Please find attached the Prudhoe Family Hub What’s On Guide January 2026 for your reference. If you are unable to open this attachment, you can access the document on the West […]
Read MoreSafer In Education – Christmas 2025-26
Please find a link to our Christmas edition, Safer in Education newsletter.
Read More2026/27 SEN and School Funding Consultation
Dear Headteacher Northumberland’s Schools Forum met on 12 November 2025 to consider the information in relation to the current SEN position and also in relation to School Funding for 2026/27. […]
Read MoreBreakfast Club Application Deadline Tomorrow
Dear Colleague This is a quick reminder of the Free Breakfast School roll out. The deadline for applying is tomorrow. Applications open for the Free Breakfast Club programme for schools […]
Read MoreOfsted inspections: staff and pupil questionnaire text
Ofsted have published the text of the staff and pupil surveys that will be used going forward. You may wish to have a look in prparation for a forthcoming inspection […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Quality Interactions in Play- training now available This is a self-led learning course available on the Learning Library via the School Readiness Passport. This […]
Read MoreRISE Attendance and Behaviour Hubs Programme (DfE)
RISE stands for Regional improvement for standards and excellence and, “aims to break the link between young people’s backgrounds and their future success”. RISE will operate at 2 levels: The RISE […]
Read MoreWinter preparedness for schools
The UK Health Agency have provided guidance for school leaders as we move into winter. The advice is available here.
Read MoreClosure due to adverse weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances
Please see attached document with information regarding school closure due to adverse weather conditions.
Read MoreOffer for schools and community teams from North East Council for Addictions
My name is Dionne Smith and I work for NECA Gambling Services in the Empowering Youth Programme. Our Gambling Harm Prevention and Education team deliver training and awareness sessions to […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Online Safety Useful tips to share with parents, especially with the run up to Christmas; https://www.getsafeonline.org/onlinebuying https://www.getsafeonline.org/checkawebsite https://www.getsafeonline.org/purchasescams Publishing Your Fee Policy – Are […]
Read MoreForest Bathing training – starts March 2026
We are now taking bookings for our outdoor mental health and wellbeing courses. Our Forest Bathing training level 1, 2 and 3 courses take place in County Durham. For information […]
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