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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

NEW EPISODE #TheSNEPodcast 🎙️ We celebrate Steve Stringer’s remarkable 40-year career as caretaker at North Fawdon Primary School. Hear him reflect on the school’s evolution and share heart-warming stories from his time. Listen to the full episode here: ow.ly/sIck50W68Tk #EducationPodcast

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

🎥 Interview in progress with BBC Look North. Chris Zarraga, Director of Schools North East, highlights the school readiness crisis in the region: 1 in 3 kids aren't ready for school, and this affects every classroom, every community. 📺 Tune in ~6:30pm tonight.

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

RECORDING IN PROGRESS 🎙️ Last week, we were joined by Jenn Findlay (Hotspur Primary School), Julie Craggs (Acre Rigg Academy) and Tracey Wilson (Lumley Infant and Nursery School) for #TheSNEPodcast. What a way to start a Thursday ✅ Catch up on all episodes here: schoolsnortheast.podbean.com

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

As The Voice of North East schools, it's great to see our response to the #SpringStatement hit the news. “Every pound invested in education today will save us many times more in social impact, lost opportunity, and inequality tomorrow.” Full story: #WeLeadNotPlead #NorthEastEducation

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North East schools suffering 'crisis deepening by the day', teachers say

The Schools North East group has hit out at the Government for not investing more in the region's education system

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

NEW EPISODE 👏 #TheSNEPodcast. We explore how Hudson Road Primary's 'Additionally Resourced Provision', known as The Harbour, is redefining support for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Listen here: schoolsnortheast.podbean.com/e/forever-sc... #EducationPodcast #SEND

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Our latest #EducationPolicy Roundup has just landed in the inboxes of our Partner Schools ✅ This update provides a quick overview of the work we’ve done to amplify the voice of North East schools over the past half-term. #NorthEastSchools #EduSky #EdTech

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

#EducationPolicy must be made in consultation with school leaders and those at the ‘chalkface’, which is why we use our platform to explore challenges and experiences. Have you listened to #TheSNEPodcast yet? Available wherever you get your podcasts: shorturl.at/HzVw8

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Families and children across the North East will soon benefit from free, daily breakfast clubs as the government has confirmed 56 schools are to offer the scheme. Read in full: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #ChildPoverty #NorthEastSchools

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First 750 schools named for free breakfast clubs in England

From April, a pilot scheme will offer free breakfasts for 180,000 pupils before class.

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

🚀 At #SNECurriculum25, we advocated for a #curriculum that reflects our region’s unique context and empowers our schools. The #NorthEast is not just a follower—we are leaders in educational excellence! Read the full story here: lnkd.in/e4FyZ6WJ

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

It's #NationalLoveYourPetDay, so allow us to introduce you to the furry friends of Schools North East... George • Buster • Milo • Chester • Louis • Saffi • Esther 🧡

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

By ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed, we create a more resilient, balanced, and sustainable economy, benefiting both individuals and the country as a whole. "For every child, for every school, for the future of our region." #WeLeadNotPlead

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

A brilliant day yesterday! We hope everyone left the conference with a renewed sense of purpose and a wealth of practical strategies to implement in all schools across our region. Remember: WE LEAD NOT PLEAD. #SNECurriculum25

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Dominic Martin @dominicjmartin.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

A real privilege to speak again, alongside @mrmict.bsky.social, at this year’s @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social curriculum conference. We focused on adaptation within curriculum and task design. Thanks again for the invite.

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David Bailey FCCT @classleading.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Now listening to David Didau keynote at the @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social Curriculum Conference, using some interesting optical illusions to highlight how our brains interpret information depends upon how we look at it - open-mindedness and curiosity help us to see things differently.

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SNE Events @sne-events.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Chris Zarraga, Director of SNE, begins with a welcome speech. “This conference is about you — connecting, sharing & strengthening our knowledge of curriculum. You continue to deliver extraordinary work, supporting young people & communities in challenging circumstances. #SNECurriculum25

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Need something new to listen to on the way into work? 🏫 #TheSNEPodcast is your source for better understanding the critical issues facing our education system today (from a North East England perspective). Listen to all 14 episodes now: schoolsnortheast.podbean.com #EduSky

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SNE Events @sne-events.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

#SNECurriculum25: 🚨 SOLD OUT 🚨 We can't wait to welcome everyone next week and share this enriching experience together. We now have a waiting list collecting any further bookings and if a space becomes available for you, our Events team will be in touch! Sponsor: MCC Digital

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Have you listened to the latest episode of #TheSNEPodcast yet? 🌳 @paulrickeard.bsky.social, CEO of the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust, shares firsthand insights into the unique pressures facing rural schools in the North East. Listen now: shorturl.at/39t1S #EduSky

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

It's #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek! Let's turn awareness into ACTION. How can we create lasting change for young people's mental wellbeing? Open conversations, prioritise early intervention, and listen to their voices. It's a year-round priority! #CMHW #MentalHealthMatters

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Tom Rees @tomrees.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Great to be at @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social last week to introduce the Inclusion Expert Advisory Group, which I'm pleased to be chairing. Reforming the SEND system is the most important area of focus for us in the next 5-10 years. Here's what I said in full. schoolsnortheast.org/news/inclusi...

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Inclusion at the Heart of the School System – Tom Rees - Schools North East

Keynote at Schools North East Academies Conference 2025 – Thursday 23rd January 2025, With sections taken from ‘5 Principles for Inclusion’ (Newmark/Rees 2023): https://cstuk.org.uk/knowledge/discuss...

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National Network of Special Schools for SBPs @nnoss-sbp.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

@tomrees.bsky.social's message at #SNEAcademies25 resonates strongly with the challenges #NNoSS members have contributed to shining a crucial light on. @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social #SEND: A call for inclusion and systemic change. Read the full article here: schoolsnortheast.org/news/send-a-...

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SEND: A call for inclusion and systemic change - Schools North East

The SEND crisis calls for systemic change. Hear from school leaders and the chair of the Education Expert Advisory Group on what this means.

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SNE Events @sne-events.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Academies Conference 2025: A resounding success! A day of inspiration, collaboration, and a shared commitment to #LeadNotPlead. Huge thanks to all speakers, sponsors, and delegates. We heard powerful messages about courage, innovation, and ensuring every child receives the education they deserve.

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MRMICT @mrmict.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

I will be speaking at the @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social Curriculum Conference 2025 on Adaptive Task Design! Honoured to be among an inspiring lineup of speakers. If you’re attending, we’d love to see you there! If you’re not yet attending I would get booking 😊 schoolsnortheast.org/event-calend...

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Christmas break over? Don't worry, we've got exciting things planned ✨ Welcome back to school, everyone! Let's make 2025 the best year yet. We look forward to catching up with you all properly very soon. #NewYear #BackToSchool

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

We teamed up with North East Child Poverty Commission to publish a briefing on free school meals and 'auto-enrolment' in our region, which has been shared with all of the North East's MPs. We are urging the Govt to implement a national, opt-out system ✔️

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traceyfield.bsky.social @traceyfield.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

I’m speaking at the @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social Academies Conference 2025. Hear my session ‘A Solid Strategy is the Key to Success’ on Thursday 23 January at The Grand Hotel, Gosforth Park, Newcastle. I look forward to meeting you at #SNEAcademies25. More information: tinyurl.com/f7d4htr2

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Mel Burgess @melbeewrites.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Funding opportunity alert! @northeastmuseums.bsky.social North East Cultural Learning Fund is open until 20 January, via Community Foundation. Up to £2k for schools/ youth orgs in the North East to work with cultural orgs/ artists twamschools.org.uk/north-east-c... @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social

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ℙ𝕒𝕦𝕝𝕚𝕟𝕖 𝔸𝕚𝕥𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕤𝕠𝕟 @paulineaitchison.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

It’s the @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social Autumn Advisory Board meeting today. Always an insightful few hours with our dedicated Head Teacher and CEO Board.

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

#Podcast recording in progress. Follow us to listen to all our podcasts open.spotify.com/show/1tkfMeo...

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

Schools with primary-school-aged children can apply to become an early adopter of the universal free breakfast clubs scheme. They will fund up to 750 participating state-funded schools starting from April 2025. Find out more here: www.gov.uk/guidance/bre...

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

We can't wait to connect with Jill and learn more about how leaders at all levels can ensure they navigate challenges (and embrace opportunities!) with confidence and a strong sense of purpose 🧡 Learn more about #SNEAcademies25 here: ow.ly/2JCZ50TRBcR Sponsor: Ward Hadaway #SchoolLeaders

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

CALLING ALL SCHOOL BUSINESS LEADERS! 📲 If you're struggling with Management Information Systems (MIS) frameworks in education, improve your understanding in just 1 hour at our upcoming #SBM webinar. We look forward to connecting with you 💙 Book here: shorturl.at/7lDpS Sponsor: NYES #SBL

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Schools North East @schoolsnortheast.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

Thrilled to be on Bluesky with many members of our amazing community already here 💙 🧡

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