Janice Gibson, Author at Education North Tyneside

Updated Youth Mental Health First Aid training

Record levels of young people are struggling with their mental health. Academic pressures, social media, bullying, poverty, inequality, and the lack of timely professional mental health support available are all contributing factors. The Youth Mental Health First Aid course has been updated for 2025 with the latest knowledge and research to provide ongoing support to…

Supporting Staff Through Perimenopause

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Introduction Perimenopause is a transitional phase that typically * occurs in women between the ages of 40 and 50, leading up to menopause. During this time, those born with ovaries may experience a range of physical, emotional, and mental symptoms due to fluctuating hormone levels. Symptoms can include hot flushes, fatigue, mood swings, brain fog,…

What will the new ungraded inspection process be like?

Until one of our schools undergoes this new ungraded inspection process, we won’t know all the details. However, recent Ofsted webinars and our own school development training, led by an Ofsted inspector, have provided valuable insights. Ofsted aims to make ungraded inspections distinct from graded ones, presenting them more like monitoring visits. During webinars,…

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…

A toolkit to nurture pupils during SATs

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…