Posts by Neil Brown
FIRST LEGO League – Gateshead and Grown-ups
This year we are bringing FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge to another new part of the North East. In the third in this three-part series, we meet our new partners, Aspire Technology Solutions, who are supporting our Gateshead event, as well as finding out what comes next for the teams that find success in the regional tournaments. I’ll…
Read MoreFIRST LEGO League, taking on Teesside
In my first article in this series, I introduced FIRST® LEGO® League and our outstanding partnership with Sage. In this second part, we dive deeper into this year’s ‘Submerged’ theme and also meet the organisations that are helping us take FIRST LEGO League to a new audience on Teesside. Going under! This season, FIRST® LEGO® League teams…
Read MoreFIRST LEGO League & Sage, our winning partnership
This year will see our biggest ever year of FIRST® LEGO® League events as we deliver five tournaments in March and two more events in July. We will welcoming teams from North Tyneside, Northumberland, Gateshead, Teesside, Newcastle, County Durham, and even a visiting guest team from Ghana! In this first in a series of…
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Addressing the gender imbalance in STEM subjects
Still only 24% of people working in the Tech Industry are women. The underrepresentation of women and girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects remains a significant challenge in the UK. Despite some progress, females continue to be outnumbered by males in both STEM education and careers. UK Exam results 2024 This year,…
Read MoreNorth Tyneside Headteacher Conference 2025
We are delighted to announce that our North Tyneside Headteacher 2025 is now open for booking. On 14th February 2025, headteachers, deputies and other senior leaders from secondary and primary schools and academies are warmly invited to join us for a day of reflection and networking with colleagues from our borough and around the region. Come and…
Read MoreA Guide for Parents: Choosing Tech Gifts for Kids This Christmas
As Christmas approaches, tech gifts are often at the top of kids’ wish lists. While these gifts can be fun, educational, and engaging, parents should consider a range of factors to ensure their choices are age-appropriate, safe, and beneficial. Here’s some guidance to help you with choosing great tech gifts for your kids at Christmas.…
Read MoreSupport the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2024
Our team at Education North Tyneside work closely with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) to deliver FIRST® LEGO® League programmes across the North East. The IET are a fantastic non-profit organisation who strive to inspire young people to pursue STEM learning and careers and hopefully become the next generation of engineers, and this…
Read MoreA Parent’s Guide to Keeping Your Children Safe Online
As children become more connected and tech-savvy, ensuring their safety online is a top priority for parents. However, with the ever-changing digital landscape, it can be overwhelming to keep up. This guide offers quick, practical tips and handy tools to help you keep your children safe online and navigate online safety confidently, whether it’s managing…
Read MoreFIRST LEGO League 2024/25 – Submerged
We are delighted to be launching another FIRST LEGO League season across the North East, as we dive deep into the new ‘Submerged’ theme. Students aged 4 to 16 will explore this year’s ocean theme as they take on one of the biggest and best STEM programmes in the world. What is FIRST…
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