The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an urgent call for parents to ensure that their children catch up on any missed vaccinations amid fears of a further surge in measles cases as the new term begins.Schools have already seen the measles...
What is the ambition of the national wraparound childcare programme?The national wraparound childcare programme is part of the childcare reforms announced at the 2023 Spring Budget.The government’s ambition is that by 2026, all parents and...
Are you looking to promote active travel at your school?Is your school in need of safe, secure cycle parking?Here’s an exciting opportunity you won’t want to miss!The Cyclehoop Education Fund is offering free support to schools...
Headteacher has concerns about the SBM capabilityIn the first instance they should speak with the SBM in question and explain what their concerns are? Could it be as simple as them not understanding your school? Ensure their current headteacher is...
All newly appointed/elected governors or associate members will ideally need to be checked as part of the recruitment process, or at the latest have applied for a DBS check within 21 days of appointment (start of term of office).(The new School...
Statutory guidanceMulti-agency statutory guidance on FGM (GOV.UK) Mandatory duty to report FGM (GOV.UK)Duty to reportFrom 31 October 2015, social workers, health professionals and teachers have a mandatory duty to report to the police any ...
The race equality journey so farJoined the No Learner Left Behind – Black Caribbean Achievement project in 2021Participated in whole school, online training around challenging disproportionality and race equality in the curriculumAssistant...
Speech, language and communication are crucial to every child’s ability to access and get the most out of education and everyday life.10% of children will have a long-term speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) – that’s 3...
You can download the speech and language therapy referral form and access language and communication resources from this pagePrimary schools referral form speech and language therapy (word) 2016 versionNote: Schools should seek the...
Description of needs: SLD with complex Physical and Neurological needs requiring very specialist equipment and approaches (seating, mobility, and communication aids) to access the curriculumCognition and learningChildren and young people will have a...