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The topic of pupil absences across the North East has been making headlines once again, following on from the recent House of Commons Education Select Committee report, published on 11 September. Is it any surprise that this subject has reared its ugly head, considering we’re still waiting for real, long-term support to rectify the issue? …
Continue reading Pupil absence crisis: We need more support to raise the bar for good
Students really are the beating heart of schools; without students, a school is just a building. Cliche, but true nonetheless. That’s why it’s crucial that we – everyone in the sector – work together to ensure that our region’s students receive the very best experience possible. The ‘crème de la crème’ of experiences! Well, thanks …
Continue reading Northern Leaders Trust makes huge investment to improve student experience
When parents send their children to school, they want to take comfort in knowing that they’re happy, proud, and well behaved. Well, according to a recent Ofsted review, those are the exact terms associated with pupils at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Jarrow! That’s enough to warm your heart on a cold September afternoon, …
There’s no greater feeling than embarking on a hearty walk in the great outdoors with likeminded people, discussing the matters that mean most to you. The Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust understands this thoroughly, which is why they recently organised a series of five faith walks to bring the community closer together. The walk served …
The National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) published the third and final report in its series on the cost-of-living crisis, and its impact on schools. The reports show the findings of surveys of over 2700 teachers and senior leaders in April and May 2023 in mainstream and special schools. The third report looks at the …
Continue reading Momentum grows around crisis in teacher recruitment and retention
Cardinal Hume Catholic School, in Gateshead, is delighted to announce it has been selected as a lead hub school for the National Consortium for Languages Education (NCLE). As a secondary school that often voices its commitment to delivering the very highest level of education, this decision is a great reflection of their efforts. Well done …
When the going gets good… you need to keep it up! And that’s exactly what Seaton Sluice Middle School did with their latest Ofsted review. Following an intensive two day inspection at the end of the Summer Term, Ofsted released a report on 11 September that confirmed this school continues to be ‘Good’. What a …
Continue reading Seaton Sluice Middle School continues to be a ‘Good’ school, Ofsted confirms
“And here we have, in the wild, a rare glimpse of…” six and seven year olds channelling their inner David Attenboroughs! Year 2 pupils from Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School (which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust) had a hoot of a time on a recent school trip to Washington …
Continue reading Im-peck-able school trip: Year 2 pupils flock to Washington Wetland Centre
Once again, North East schools have shown determination and skill in the face of adversity to produce some amazing KS2 results this week. Congratulations to all staff and pupils who contributed to this achievement! Post-pandemic recovery and a harrowing cost-of-living crisis weren't enough to stop 60 per cent of North East pupils from reaching the …
The North East gets to celebrate yet another win this week! Today it’s all about how our region has been chosen to launch a ground-breaking “compost revolution” and lead the way in better handling organic waste in the UK. In line with their call for a radical change, Enrich the Earth, a coalition of organisations …
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