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Beach School training May 20&21 2026
We are now taking bookings for our popular Beach School training. Our Level 3 Coastal School Leader course takes place in Blyth. For information and bookings please see our website: […]
Read MoreForest School Training Courses June 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 MoreServices to Schools SLA Portal 2025/26 Closure
The current 2025/26 Service to Schools SLA portal will be unavailable to schools with effect from noon on 2 December 2025 to allow for necessary updates ahead of the opening of the updated portal for 2026/27. This […]
Read MoreParticipate in a new, evidence-based KS2, free curriculum Beyond Gender Stereotypes
A NEW CURRICULUM FOR KEY STAGE 2 CHILDREN We have developed a new, evidence-based, free curriculum called Beyond Gender Stereotypes (BGS), to help all Key Stage 2 children understand and […]
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 MoreBikeability Trusts ‘ Get Cycling in Schools’ programme
Northumberland has been invited to take part in the Bikeability Trusts ‘ Get Cycling in Schools’ programme for the second time. The programme is free and offers a half day […]
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 MoreNational Theatre Opportunity: FREE Online Technical Theatre Programme
For the attention of careers leads and creative/performing arts teachers National Theatre Opportunity! Digital Nationwide Young Technicians 2026 For 14–18-year-olds The National Theatre have a fantastic opportunity for pupils aged […]
Read MoreIndependent Travel Training for young people with additional needs
Northumberland County Council’s independent travel training programme teaches those with additional needs how to travel independently and safely between home and their school or workplace. Please share this video with parents and […]
Read MoreNorthumberland Schools Sustainability Network
The next NSSN sessions will be held on: Key Stages 1 and 2 – Monday 1st December 2025, 4pm – 4:45pm, online via Microsoft Teams Key Stages 3 and 4 – […]
Read MorePrevent in education – virtual training sessions
The Department for Education (DfE) regional Prevent co-ordinators (RPECs) support and improve Prevent delivery in each region of England. Their role includes implementing Prevent duty responsibilities across schools, further education (FE) and […]
Read MoreInformation about Choice Advisors
We support parents and carers of children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) in understanding their education options – please see attached leaflet for more information.
Read MoreSpecialist Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics offer with Secondary schools
Specialist Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics offer with Secondary schools, with programmes for both Secondary Early Career Teachers and for Secondary Teaching Assistants. Both programmes take place across the equivalent of […]
Read MoreService children with SEND: A free conference
An invitation to attend a free event at York St John University, 0930-1600 5th February 2026. Book by the end of December to secure your place! The Garrison Assist Project […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Early Years SEND and Inclusion drop-in Thursday 20th November 4-6PM Joining link: Inclusion Drop In | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams New Early Years Cycles of Target’s document This […]
Read MoreExpress Yourself: North East Festival of Languages
The Express Yourself: North East Festival of Languages returns from 6 January to 31 March 2026 with our biggest and best programme yet! Registrations are open now, so do explore this year’s Festival […]
Read MorePlaces available on HIV & AIDS Awareness training on Thursday 27th November 2025
There are still places available on our HIV & AIDS Awareness training on Thursday 27th November 2025, 10.00 am to 11.00 am, should you wish to attend. Please feel free […]
Read MoreNorth 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 MoreSign up to save lives with the Fire Kills campaign (DfE)
The government’s Fire Kills campaign launches on 17 November. Teachers can access free, curriculum aligned lesson plans and resources on fire safety as well as other safety topics via the education […]
Read MoreNew training to support struggling readers in secondary schools (DfE)
The Unlocking Reading programme is a new continuous professional development (CPD) programme from FFT in partnership with the DfE. This free opportunity is designed to help state-funded secondary schools in […]
Read MoreAssembly LIVE from Antarctica! – FREE from Picture News
Friday 5th December, 9.15-9.45am Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime live broadcast from Antarctica with Robert Swan OBE, and Jenny Cooke, co-founder of the 2041 School charity. Streaming 600 miles from the […]
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 MoreSensory Support Service – Glue Ear Awareness
This is a poster produced by Northumberland Sensory Support Service to raise awareness of glue ear, especially in the early years. This is in the context that hearing screening is […]
Read MoreSenior Leader Briefings – spring and summer terms
Senior Leader briefings are planned for the spring and summer terms. A chance to meet colleagues and hear from the School Improvement Team as well as other local authority staff […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team Key Dates Spring 2025-26 Please find attached the key dates for Spring 2025-26. Funding drop-in sessions – Are you prepared for Spring? If you […]
Read MoreFire risk assessments – maintained schools
A health and safety bulletin has been produced by the Corporate Health and Team in relation to the upcoming new fire risk assessment programme for maintained schools.
Read MoreFunding e-Bulletin – 7 November 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 MoreGrants to Support STEM Learning in UK Schools and Colleges
Ten Science Community Grants are available to support hands-on STEM learning and collaboration between schools, colleges and professionals across the UK. Each grant offers up to £105,000 over three years. […]
Read MoreFunding for UK Schools to Organise Events During British Science Week 2026
British Science Week (BSW) is an annual programme of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) events and activities. It will next take place 6-15 March 2026 with the theme of […]
Read MoreActivate with Joe Wicks – calling all schools – live event with BBC Children In Need Friday 14 November
Following the success of the summer Activate with Joe Wicks series, 10 new episodes are now available on BBC iplayer: Activate with Joe Wicks – BBC iPlayer There will also be […]
Read MoreNetwork Huddle: Tackling school-based anxiety – a whole school approach
Monday 24th November, 4-6pm, online There has been an increase in children and young people experiencing difficulties attending education due to school-based anxiety, something that has been more apparent as a […]
Read MoreSchools Library Service Autumn Newsletter
Please see attached newsletter.
Read MoreNew Drugs Awareness Campaign – targeting 16 to 24 years olds
The government has launched a new drugs awareness campaign to alert young people to the dangers of ketamine, synthetic opioids in counterfeit medicines and adulterated THC vapes. Full press notice […]
Read MoreHeadsup4HTs – FREE
A reminder that Northumberland headteachers have FREE access to a range of support from Headsup4HTs, funded by the North East Combined Authority. The support consists of: Full details of each of […]
Read MoreImproving number knowledge and transition from Early Years and Key Stage 1
The School Improvement Team are delighted to confirm that the Education Endowment Foundation has approved an Evidence into Action partnership with Northumberland. This is an evidence informed approach to improving number knowledge […]
Read MoreIs your defibrillator registered?
8,500 schools in England have defibrillators that ambulance services can’t see. They’re not registered on The Circuit, the national defibrillator network, meaning 999 call handlers won’t be able to locate […]
Read MoreNECA excellence in education newsletter
Each half term, the North East Combined Authority will be showcasing opportunities for schools to get involved, sharing training and development events, and letting you know about upcoming funding opportunities. […]
Read MorePromoting the Healthier Together website and mobile app to parents and carers
The Healthier Together website and mobile app is designed to help parents, carers, and professionals (including schools) make informed decisions about children’s health. Thewebsite and app can play a significant […]
Read MoreNorthumbria Healthcare feedback session
Northumbria Healthcare are inviting organisations that work with children and young people to join us for a cafe style session to help us improve our services for CYP. To book […]
Read MoreCurriculum and assessment review
In July 2024, the government commissioned Professor Becky Francis CBE to convene and chair a panel of experts to conduct the Curriculum and Assessment Review.The review has been published today. You can […]
Read MoreEarly Years Update
Dear Colleagues, Updates from the Team 2nd Headcount Request AUT 2025-26 If you have any disadvantaged 2 year olds who have; started accessing funding with you, or have increased their […]
Read MorePrudhoe Family Hub What’s On Guide November 2025
Please find attached the Prudhoe Family Hub What’s On Guide November 2025 for your reference. If you are unable to open this attachment, you can access the document on the West […]
Read MoreGrantFinder – News alert: Let Teachers SHINE Annual Competition Opens for 2026 Applications
Let Teachers SHINE is a social incubator programme for practising teachers, in all settings, with early-stage ideas aimed at improving outcomes for socio-economically disadvantaged students in the North of England. SHINE […]
Read MoreSafer in Education – Autumn Term 1
Dear Colleagues, Please find a link to our Autumn half Term, Safer in Education newsletter.
Read MoreGreat Teaching Toolkit – FREE
Evidence Based Education are excited to be partnering with the North East Combined Authority to bring the Great Teaching Toolkit to schools across the region. This partnership will support teachers […]
Read MoreLive COP30 Webinar from Brazil – KS1 and KS2
Tuesday 11th November, 2-2.30pmWorld leaders are meeting in Brazil to help save our planet – what would you like to tell them? Join Picture News, alongside special guest Jenny Cooper live […]
Read MoreConsultation on Northumberland County Council School Admission Arrangements for Community and Voluntary Controlled Schools 2027/28
The Local Authority has launched a formal consultation on the The above documents are attached to this email for your consideration. This consultation will run from 3th November to 15th December 2025 and […]
Read MoreYou’re Invited: Launch of the Northumberland Healthy Families Plan– Join Us on 19th November
The Northumberland 0-19 (25) Service are pleased to invite you to our virtual launch event of the Northumberland Healthy Families Plan on Wednesday, 19 November 2025 Time: 4:00 – 5:00 […]
Read MoreFAO schools with Service children
A reminder that there is a webpage with information to support the education of Service children. There are nearly 600 Service children across over 100 schools in Northumberland You can […]
Read MoreEPIC – The Skills and Innovation Hub for North Northumberland
Join leading local employers and find out more about EPIC – The Skills and Innovation Hub for North Northumberland. The proposed Hub is not just a building—it’s a platform for […]
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