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We have had a number of queries about when will these be available. We are aware that the forecasts are helpful for budget planning and other purposes.
Our Business Intelligence Team, which produces the forecasts, has been under considerably more pressure than usual due to Covid related requests, which have priority and this has resulted in a delay. We should be in a position to send the forecasts to you by February half-term. We apologise for this delay but unfortunately this cannot be helped due to the current circumstances.
Alan Fitz
0 - 19 Place Planning and Sufficiency Officer
Our physical and mental health is inextricably linked.
In this regular feature, some ideas to support and signpost will be shared in the hope that you may benefit or you may be able to help others.
Support
Based on the 10 Keys to Happier Living [www.actionforhappiness.org], a little and often approach to self-care and wellbeing may be more manageable, achievable and realistic for school staff. The second key is Exercising; give it a go by dedicating 2 or 3 occasions over the week when you will simply take a short walk.
Signposting
Many people now use Apps to help them look after themselves. One example is Headspace, an App based around teaching mindfulness, meditation and principles to improve well-being. www.headspace.com
Author and further contact: Juliet.Adloune@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training: Book here
Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, children and young people have had to adapt to learning through video and technology. The proven developmental and mental health benefits of outdoor education have therefore never been more important. Children need to experience different types of learning, and explore life skills in a way that is only possible outside of the classroom environment. Learning outside the classroom can be used to support the curriculum, and help children to become resourceful, resilient, creative, confident, team-players and problem-solvers. Experiencing the natural world and being with other children outside of the classroom is vital for every child.
Please see the training section below for details of our forthcoming outdoor learning conference.
The Opportunity Area have sponsored a one to one guidance project to encourage people into teaching. Here are some recent articles and activities they are offering in the coming months : https://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/special-features/you-interested-training-teacher-19586401 and https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/are-you-interested-in-training-to-be-a-teacher/
As a consequence of the first lockdown Maths Subject Leaders reported that children’s mathematical reasoning and problem solving skills declined. In response to this the Maths Team have designated 2021 the year of problem solving!
Starting on 13/1/21 we will produce 3 problem solving activities each week which can be used in school or at home. Each of the problems will be aimed at different year groups. During the year the new Year 2 Maths Challenge will be launched and the Maths Conference will have a problem solving focus. To keep up to date with announcements and the weekly problem solving activities please follow the link to our facebook page.
The Early Years and Childcare team are proud to announce the 50 Things To Do Before You’re Five app has now launched in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
The app helps practitioners, parents and carers of children aged birth - 5 years old find links to low-cost or no-cost experiences which are indoors, outdoors, seasonal, home-based or can be done when out-and-about. They are not only fun but will get children off to a flying start with learning and language development.
The FREE app can be downloaded from your usual app store by typing in '50 Things to do Before You're 5'. Once downloaded open the app and scroll to the bottom and click on 'Cambridgeshire and Peterborough', then enter your postcode. Entering your postcode will help us provide you with appropriate content and keep you informed about what's on in your local area.
Find out more here: https://cambspboro.50thingstodo.org/app/os#!/whats-it-all-about
Despite it being a very turbulent time, we’d like to share some good news. There has been an excellent response to this years’ CPTI recruitment round. We are already planning interviews for the end of this month for early applicants.
Interviewees are largely members of support staff from schools like yours, looking for a chance to develop themselves as teachers, with your support. It’s very heartening to see that schools are pushing forwards and seeing the long term benefits of developing their support staff.
There is still time to start your staff on this road, realise the benefits of long term staff development and get ahead of the resourcing curve! Applications are welcome until 28th February 2021. Please note candidates can be primary or secondary. They need a degree, GCSE English and Maths ( C/4 or above) plus Science GCSE for Primary.
For more information and where to apply, go to our Learn Together page.
Lynne Birch
We are thrilled to announce that Peterborough Virtual School launched their online presence this week through the Cambridgeshire Learn Together website:
https://www.cambslearntogether.co.uk/peterborough-schools-guidance-and-resources/peterborough-virtual-school
Here you will find pages to support schools, families, children and young people, with a wealth of information on who we are, what we do and how we can work together to support care experienced children and young people achieve their dreams and aspirations.
Feedback and queries, can be directed to natasha.williams@peterborough.gov.uk
The UK will introduce a points-based immigration system from 1 January 2021 which will change how you employ teachers who are not UK or Irish nationals. All overseas nationals arriving in the UK from 1 January 2021, including those from the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland, will come under the new points-based immigration system and may need a visa to work or study. Many of these new visa routes are now open for applications. Schools may need to prepare for this change by becoming visa sponsors if they want to recruit teachers or other skilled workers who are not UK or Irish nationals.
EEA and Swiss nationals living in the UK by 31 December 2020 are eligible to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Those who gain settled or pre-settled status through the EU Settlement Scheme will be able to continue living, working and studying in the UK without applying through the new points-based immigration system.
You can find more information by:
Guidance for teachers qualified in the EEA and Switzerland who are applying for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from 1 January 2021
Teachers from these countries will still be able to apply for QTS in England, but the process is changing. They will need to provide a Letter of Professional Standing from the organisation responsible for regulating teachers in their country of qualification. There is more information about this on the UK transition page.
Guidance for individuals who qualified in England and are applying for recognition in the EEA or Switzerland from 1 January 2021
Teachers with QTS, or trainees who are doing teacher training which leads to QTS, should act now to check the latest arrangements with the organisation responsible for regulating teachers in the country where they would like to teach. They can contact the single point of contact for that country or, alternatively, they can seek advice from the UK’s national information centre for professional qualifications (currently UK NARIC) to find out which regulatory or professional body they should contact.
Get Outside: Sharp Ideas and Excellent Practice for Learning outside the Classroom
Tuesday 4 May, 9:15 - 16:30, at Grafham Water Centre.
For teachers who wants to learn how to deliver high-quality outdoor education to children.
£75 Maintained schools, £85 Academies, £95 Out of County schools.
£20 discount for members of the School Improvement Service's Primary Offer.
See flyer here for more information, and click the link above to book.
Improving Mathematical Progress Courses
Target Audience: Teachers in Years 1 and 2 – 19/1/21 – 15:30 until 16:30
Teachers in Years 3 and 4 – 20/1/21 – 15:30 until 16:30
Location and Format: Video presentation followed by Zoom session
Cost: £29 for Cambs LA schools and £39 for Academies and out of county schools.
Understanding and Developing Greater Depth in English
Target Audience: Year 5 & 6 Teachers and English Subject Leaders
Date and Time: 21/1/21 – 13:30 until 16:30
Location and Format: Video presentation followed by Zoom session
Cost: £29 for Cambs LA schools and £39 for Academies and out of county schools.
Improving Progress in Year 6
Target Audience: Year 6 Teachers
Dates and Times: 28/1/21 – 16:00 until 17:00
1/2/21 – 14:00 until 15:00 and 16:00 until 17:00
2/2/21 – 15:30 until 16.30
Location and format: Zoom meetings followed by video presentation to reflect the current changing circumstances.
Cost: Free to schools who have purchased Element 2 of the Primary Offer or £29 for Cambs LA schools and £39 for Academies and out of county schools.
Maths Subject Leader Briefings
Target Audience: Maths Subject Leaders
Dates and Times: 8/2/21 – 14:00 until 15:00
9/2/21 – 14.30 until 15.30 and 16:00 until 17:00
10/2/21 – 14:30 until 15:30
11/2/21 – 14:00 until 15:00 and 16:00 until 17:00
Location and format: Video presentation followed by Zoom meeting
Cost: Free to schools who have purchased Element 2 of the Primary Offer or £29 for Cambs LA schools and £39 for Academies and out of county schools.
Teaching RSE: Suitable for Primary and Special school colleagues, especially PSHE subject leads and school leaders.
Tuesday 2 February 2021, 13.30-15.45 or Tuesday 9 March 2021, 13.30-15.45.
This training will be hosted via Zoom.
£45 for non-subscribing schools/non-licence holders, £35 for subscribing schools/licence holders. Cambridgeshire subscribing schools can use their ‘free course’ credit if they have not already taken up a consultancy.
Anti-Bullying: For Primary and Special School colleagues, especially PSHE subject leads, pastoral leaders and school leaders.
Thursday 4 February, 9.30-11.45.
This training will be hosted via Zoom.
£45 for non-subscribing schools/non-licence holders, £35 for subscribing schools/licence holders. Cambridgeshire subscribing schools can use their ‘free course’ credit if they have not already taken up a consultancy.
Drug and Alcohol Education : For Primary and Special School colleagues, especially PSHE subject leads and school leaders.
Wednesday 10 February, 15:30-17:45
This training will be hosted via Zoom.
£45 for non-subscribing schools/non-licence holders, £35 for subscribing schools/licence holders. Cambridgeshire subscribing schools can use their ‘free course’ credit if they have not already taken up a consultancy.
Leadership Forum (See Leadership tab)
Headteachers – New, Interim, Acting or new to Cambridgeshire. Wednesday 20 January 2020, 13.30-15.30. Virtual session via Zoom. Free for those with New to Headship package and £35 for those without
Adult MH First Aid (one Day course) (See Mental Health tab)
Any member of staff. Thursday 4 February 2021, 9:00 – 13.00. Online via Zoom. £140 per place for LA maintained schools/settings and Academies
Adult MH Awareness (See Mental Health tab)
Any member of staff. Thursday 11 February 2021, 9:00 – 17.00. Virtual session via Zoom. £83 per place for LA maintained schools/settings and Academies
Cambridgeshire History Conference
Monday 22 March 2021, 09:00 to 16:30
In light of current circumstances the decision has been made to move the conference online. We are very excited by the range of speakers on offer including Steve Mastin, Alex Bedford, Karin Doull, Mr T does Primary History and Jason Howard. Click title to book and select Conferences tab.
Online Science Network Meetings
For Teachers and TA’s
Wednesday 10 February 2021 and Wednesday 5 May 2021, 16.00 to 17.00
Diamond Teaching School – Online
£10 per delegate per date. To book email cpd@diamondtsa.com
A Journey of Reading Through the Primary School (2 Parts)
For Teachers
Wednesday 10 March 2021 and Wednesday 5 May 2021, 09.30 – 12.00
Diamond Teaching School – Online
£65 per delegate. To book email cpd@diamondtsa.com
SLE Core Training (3 Parts)
For Teachers
Thursday 4 February 2021 9.30am – Noon, Thursday 11 February 2021 13.30 – 15.30 and Tuesday 23 February 2021 16.00 – 17.00.
Diamond Teaching School – Online
£100 per delegate. To book email cpd@diamondtsa.com
Year 2 Moderation
For Teachers
Friday 22 January 2021 and Thursday 20 May 2021, 09.30 to Noon
Diamond Teaching School – Online
£30 per day, or £55 for both per delegate. To book email cpd@diamondtsa.com
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