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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 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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A toolkit to nurture pupils during SATs

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The end of key stage two SATs can be a stressful time for both year 6 pupils and their teachers. The pressure to perform well can create anxiety and impact the overall wellbeing of pupils. It is crucial to recognise the importance of fostering a positive and supportive environment during SATs week. This article aims…

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Which device is best for primary school physical computing? BBC micro:bit Vs The Crumble controller

  In the realm of educational microcontrollers, the BBC micro:bit and the Crumble controller from Redfearn Electronics stand out as two prominent contenders, each with its unique set of features and capabilities. These devices cater to Key Stage 2 students and beyond, aiming to introduce students to the exciting world of programming, electronics and what…

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The Importance of Mental Health Training for Early Years Practitioners.

Mental health is a critical aspect of human well-being, and it is not limited to adulthood. It starts from infancy and childhood and continues throughout life. Early years provisions, such as preschools and childminders, play a pivotal role in shaping a child’s mental health and overall development. Around 80% of children’s mental health support is…

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Happy ‘National Computer Security Day’!

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There’s a day to celebrate everything now.  For most, today will be known and celebrated as St. Andrew’s Day but others will know that National Computer Security Day was first marked on this date in 1988.    November 30th was the anniversary of the Morris Worm incident.  This was one of the first major computer worms to…

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