Record levels of children in good and outstanding schools

Ofsted has released new figures showing that 1.4m+ more children now attend better schools than in 2010. The latest maintained schools and academies inspections and outcomes data shows that 21% of schools (all types) are outstanding, 65% are good, 13% require improvement and 1% are inadequate. The Government claimed it was the result of its …

North East nursery named school of the year at 2016 TES Awards

Boldon Outdoor Nursery School in South Tyneside received the coveted school of the year prize at the annual TES School Awards this year. The TES reports that the judges were "unanimous in their decision", recognising it offers a range of outdoors activities intended to develop the whole child. The nursery provides 80% of its education …

Cultural education in every school

Culture Bridge North East launches its first cultural leadership in education programme. The programme for teachers has been developed in partnership with Newcastle University, with the aim of building a group of cultural leaders in schools to lead cultural learning experiences. Participants will be helped to understand their role as curriculum leaders, to raise awareness …

Summer Term Ofsted Briefings: Meeting SEND requirements

Get the latest and most up-to-date information from Ofsted on a termly basis In September 2015, Ofsted made far-reaching changes to the way it inspects schools, introducing a common inspection framework and shorter inspections for schools judged good at their last full inspection. SCHOOLS NorthEast has set up a series of termly events with Ofsted to support …

Proposed new Ofsted Chief grilled by MPs during Education Committee ‘interview’

Sir Michael Wilshaw's successor-elect was in front of the Education Select Committee on Wednesday to answer questions about her vision for Ofsted should her appointment be ratified. Amanda Spielman, the current Chair of exam regulator Ofqual, told committee members that despite her senior role within the Ark academy chain, she has "never taken a dogmatic view …

Pat Glass resigns as Shadow Education Secretary

Pat Glass, MP for North West Durham, has resigned from her new role of Shadow Education Secretary just two days after accepting the post. Mrs Glass said on social media: "It is with a heavy heart that I have today resigned as Shadow SoS (Secretary of State for) Education. My dream job but the situation …

Tall Ships Youth Trust announces new Summer Voyage

Departing from Sunderland and arriving in Ipswich this 12-15 year old Youth Voyage is sure to be a hit. Arising due to a last minute cancellation we are offering this voyage on a Buy one get on Half Price basis for a limited time. Beginning on the 25th of July and lasting 7 nights until …

Regional Conference brings 300 School Business Managers together

The SCHOOLS NorthEast School Business Management Conference took place yesterday, 23 June 2016, at St James' Park in Newcastle and brought together 300 school management professionals from across the region. Those involved in the day-to-day management of schools heard from a fantastic line-up and speakers and networked with their colleagues, as well as with a …

Queen’s 90th Brithday Honours: North East recipients for services to education

North East representatives have been recognised for their fantastic work in education during the Queen's 90th Birthday Honours last week. Congratulations to: Mrs Jean Johnson. Volunteer, Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School, Durham. For services to Education. (Carville, Durham) - British Empire Medal (BEM) Mrs Audrey Elizabeth Sutcliffe. Health and Wellbeing Coordinator, Outwood Academy, Acklam. For services …

Expanding MATs subject to ‘rigurous’ health checks, says National Schools Commissioner

National Schools Commissioner Sir David Carter and Ofsted Chief Sir Michael Wilshaw gave evidence on Multi-Academy Trusts during a much anticipated Education Select Committee session. Sir David discussed his plans to perform 'health checks' on MATs that want to take on more schools, saying they will focus on standards and improvement. The five points in the …