If you’ve ever been in a primary computing lesson and seen a cartoon cat spinning across a screen while a child proudly declares, “I made that!”, chances are you’ve met Scratch, the revolutionary programming platform that is now well over twenty years old. Not just any platform. Scratch is the first step to coding for…
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept-it’s here, and it’s already reshaping how we teach, lead, and safeguard. But for many educators, the question isn’t whether to engage with AI, it’s how. That’s exactly what our new training series is designed to answer. Whole School AI CPD Artificial Intelligence for the Whole School is a six-part…
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For many pupils, the move from Year 6 to Year 7 is a moment of anticipation, growth, and opportunity. But for others-particularly those with emotional, behavioural, or attendance vulnerabilities-it can be a significant point of stress and instability. At Education North Tyneside, we recognise that the transition between primary and secondary school is more than…
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As summer winds down, the familiar buzz of a new academic year begins to stir. Thoughts of your new cohort, classroom setup, staffing and planning are likely starting to surface. It’s a time filled with anticipation-and a few challenges too. Reception lunch duty, for example, can be a physically demanding task (especially if you’re tall!),…
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In a world that can sometimes feel divided, the idea of sanctuary holds deep significance. It speaks to our shared need for safety, belonging, and compassion. In schools, creating a sanctuary isn’t just about policies or physical spaces-it’s about fostering a community where every individual feels seen, heard, and valued. The School of Sanctuary Award…
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Transitioning into Nursery or Primary School is a huge milestone for all Early Years children that can bring with it a whole host of feelings. Some children may be excited, they love the idea of playing with new toys and being ‘grown up’. Some children may feel nervous or worried, it’s a big change, an…
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This year, I have once again had the privilege of leading an Open University Teacher Reading Group (OU TRG) with a dynamic group of around 15 practitioners. Our group this year was made up of teachers and librarians from nursery to secondary school. Our shared aim has been simple but powerful: to deepen our knowledge…
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Discussions around curriculum design and enactment in 2025 are dominated by knowledge acquisition. Educators rightly want to ensure that both teaching programmes and pedagogical approaches support schemata development so that children learn and remember more. This is the case in all key stages, including the early years foundation stage. The statutory framework makes explicit what…
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For many children, school is a place of learning, growth, and social connection. But for some, the thought of attending school can trigger intense emotional distress, leading to what is known as Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA). This isn’t about truancy or defiance; it’s a complex issue rooted in anxiety, fear, and other emotional challenges…
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Join North Tyneside Music at North Tyneside Council’s Wallsend Festival on Saturday 5th July for performances throughout the day from some of North Tyneside’s best emerging musicians. In the Wallsend High Street stage, duo Wrong Boy will be joined by soloists Sam Idurobu, Billie Wharton and Helena Cameron, and others from North Tyneside Music’s Emerging…
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