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Welcome to articles from the Education North Tyneside team. Here our team of passionate educators and experts come together to provide you with a diverse range of articles, covering everything from events, innovative teaching and leadership methods to practical advice for educators. Whatever your role, you’ll find valuable resources and thought-provoking content designed to empower and elevate education in North Tyneside and beyond. Dive in and discover what’s shaping the future of learning today!

The impact of coaching for leaders new to role

Coaching has emerged as a valuable tool for supporting new leaders in schools, providing them with the guidance and support they need to navigate the complexities of their roles and develop the skills and mindsets necessary for effective leadership. Research has consistently demonstrated the positive impact of coaching on new leaders, highlighting its ability to…

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EAL conference. ‘Celebrating Difference, Thinking Differently’

Introduction The North East EAL Partnership (NEEP) consists of EMTAS teams from seven local authorities passionate about supporting EAL learners in schools whose collective contribution enabled our first EAL conference. Conference Overview The conference consisted of keynote speakers, workshops, and stallholders. It attracted over 150 participants, providing ample networking opportunities and collaborative discussions on the…

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Myth Busters – Asylum Seekers

Talking about the asylum process can be tough. Entrenched political policy and the divisive nature of culture wars can mean the truth is often twisted or lost entirely.  Breaking down asylum myths through open conversation is key to help all our communities grow. Talking about it is tough, but it is also vital. If we…

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The Benefits of Community Engagement

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        This week we had the pleasure of supporting a wonderful community event at Wallsend St Peters Primary School in North Tyneside.   The event, featuring a variety of activities, food, stalls, music and games, was a tremendous success, leaving everyone with wonderful memories. There are numerous advantages to fostering good family and community…

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The Northeast Festival of Language – a celebration

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The Northeast Festival of Language The Northeast Festival of Language in England Inspires Children through a celebration of poetry, encouraging linguistic diversity. In a multicultural society like England, the Northeast Festival of Language emerges as a beacon of celebration, honouring the linguistic diversity that enriches communities across the region. This unique festival provides a platform…

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Journey of Faith: Understanding Hajj and Celebrating Eid ul-Adha

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As the Islamic lunar calendar approaches the month of Dhul-Hijjah, Muslims around the world prepare for two significant events on their journey of faith.  The pilgrimage of Hajj and the celebration of Eid ul-Adha. These sacred occasions hold deep spiritual and cultural significance within the Islamic faith.  They symbolise devotion, sacrifice, and unity among believers.…

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Celebrating National VHS Day: A Journey Through Technology

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Who knew that National VHS Day was celebrated annually on June 7th? Not me that’s for sure. While this is not a national holiday with cards, decorations and fancy food it certainly gives us a unique opportunity to explore the evolution of technology with our students. (Hands up, how many of you still have a…

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The Healthy Schools Programme as a tool for school improvement

The Healthy Schools Programme as a tool for school improvement  North Tyneside has had a Healthy Schools Program for almost 30 years and school improvement has always been at the heart of it.   The Healthy School programme promotes health and wellbeing in any school. It provides a structured whole school approach that supports the physical,…

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How does Artificial Intelligence in education make you feel?

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Does artificial intelligence make you feel worried, or do you look forward to new developments using artificial intelligence in education? Almost every day a new story appears in the press highlighting the incredible benefits or the startling risks of artificial intelligence (AI). working in education how does that make you feel? We all react differently…

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The Early Years Foundation Stage Profile

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New to the Profile The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Profile is a statutory assessment of children’s development at the end of the academic year in which children turn 5. This assessment is usually undertaken by reception teachers, but on rare occasions, other early years settings would need to complete the Profile if it is not…

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