Monthly Communication Archives: January 2024
Laser Energy contract (gas and electricity)
Reminder: Schools that currently contract with Laser Energy for their energy requirements should receive a communication inviting them to renew the contract for their gas/electricity supplies from 1st October 2024. As the model used to procure the energy is the Purchase in Advance model (PIA) Laser is now seeking confirmation of the contract renewal for Continue reading →
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30 January 2024Purpose
For Information / GuidanceDecision: Glendinning Academy proposal to change the age range to 7-16 years of age and remove post 16 offer
Following consultation, the proposal to change the age of range of Glendinning Academy School to 7-16 years of age and remove the offer of post 16 places has been approved by the Department for Education’s Regions Group. The proposal will increase the number of places available across Key Stages 2, 3 and 4, with the Continue reading →
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30 January 2024Purpose
For Information / GuidanceInitial training for school-based attendance staff
Starting 6 March or 1 May or 12 June 2024 This training is in the form of two, 2 hour training sessions that will support colleagues to contextualise their work, whilst giving them time to consider and develop existing attendance practice in schools. This will also help to develop confidence that will support their role Continue reading →
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30 January 2024Purpose
For Information / GuidanceEXPIRED Consultation: Pathfield Special School – reduction in places by closure of Pathways Unit
The Governing Body of Pathfield Special School is consulting on a proposal to reduce its number of registered places from 186 to 168 from September 2025, as a result of a phased closure of the provision at the Pathways Unit. The Pathways Unit is part of Pathfield School, but the provision is delivered off-site at Continue reading →
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22 January 2024Purpose
For Information / GuidanceSchool Census Bulletin 2 – Known issues or reminders
Spring 2024 DfE School Census Date: Thurs 18 Jan 2024 Return Date: Tues 23 Jan 2024 As you may be aware, the statutory School Census for the spring term takes place on Thursday 18 January. We strongly recommend that schools have prepared for the School Census by ensuring that, so far as possible, pupil databases Continue reading →
EXPIRED Langtree Community School and Nursery – Proposal to change age range
Devon County Council is now in a four week formal representation period on a proposal to lower the age range of Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit from 3-11 to 2-11 years of age with effect from 15 April 2024. A Full Proposal has been published at: Langtree Community School and Nursery: Proposal to change Continue reading →
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15 January 2024Purpose
For Information / GuidanceSchool Support Services Conference 2024
Audience: administrators, school business managers and finance, HR and ICT professionals. The school support services conference, previously known as the administrators conference, will provide updates, ideas and procedures that staff can take back into practice to support their day-to-day business and administrative tasks. Listen to our inspiring keynote speakers and attend practical workshops, which will enable Continue reading →
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15 January 2024Purpose
For Information / GuidanceCommunication and Interaction – practical strategies workshops
Audience: primary school learning support staff Sessions: Using visuals Using scaling to support self-regulation Supporting independence and organisation skills Supporting friendships and social interactions Supporting sensory processing Supporting behaviour and engagement Training objectives Build confidence to support the access, engagement and progress for learners with C&I needs Provide access to and facilitate a practical application Continue reading →
School Census Bulletin – Spring 2024
As you may be aware, the statutory School Census for the Spring Term takes place on Thu 18 January. We strongly recommend that schools begin to prepare for the School Census by ensuring that, so far as possible, pupil databases are up-to-date and the relevant systems or accesses are in place.
Autism Education Trust: Good autism practice for schools
Last chance to book this training: Good autism practice schools – multi-session 31/1/24, 7/2/24, 21/2/24, 28/2/24 – 15.30-17.00 A solid understanding of autism combined with practical strategies and resources for all practitioners working directly with autistic pupils in mainstream and specialist schools to develop their practice. Learning objectives: understand the key areas of developmental difference Continue reading →
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9 January 2024Purpose
For Information / Guidancealertme – Stay up to date
