Spring Term Orienteering Festivals: A Fantastic Opportunity to Take Learning Outside the Classroom!
Orienteering is an important vehicle for delivering Outdoor Learning and Adventurous Activities (OAA) within the English National PE Curriculum as well as providing the opportunity for cross-curricular links with Maths, Geography and Citizenship Studies. Orienteering is an activity that challenges pupils’ individually whilst they are working as part of a team.
Our festivals are an ideal opportunity for children from KS2 to have an introduction to the sport of orienteering with qualified and experienced instructors. Festivals are suitable for children new to orienteering, as well as those with some experience. For safety reasons the courses will be confined to a small part of the site (Wollaton or Colwick Park in February and March) and children will be able to progress and do a number of courses in their session. Find out more!
Urgent and important stories...!
Proposed schools funding formula for 2020/21 consultation launch - On Wednesday 4th December 2019 the Local Authority will be launching its consultation on the proposed changes to the local funding formula for schools in the financial year 2020/21. The consultation will close on Friday 20th December 2019 at 5pm.
It is a legal requirement that all local authorities must consult with their Schools Forum’s and all schools before making changes to the local funding formula. Consultation & Response Form
If you have any queries regarding the consultation please email: school.funding@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
Important but not urgent stories...!
Become a Youth Mental Health First Aid Champion - Places still available for this nationally recognised course running at Loxley House on Friday 17th January 2020. For staff working with children and young people between 8-16. Build you knowledge about the signs and symptoms of Mental Health conditions and boost your confidence of how to support young people with Mental Health issues. find out more
National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) February 2020 Nottingham Citycare would like to thank all primary schools for their ongoing support in helping us deliver the NCMP. The 2019/20 NCMP is scheduled to begin after February half term from the 24th February 2020. Your local Community Public Health Nursing team will be making contact with you soon to arrange dates to measure the height and weight of all children in reception and year 6. Details will be sent to headteachers in the new year.
Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities Parent Programme - SFSC is a 13 week programme in Nottingham City Centre supporting parents/carers who want to develop skills to help raise confident happy children and encourage violence free, healthy lifestyles. CGL Jigsaw support families impacted by someone else’s substance misuse. postermore info
SACRE Information November 2019 - Nottingham City SACRE are pleased to share their Annual Report 2018/19 and welcome any feedback, comments or interest in joining the group from school staff. Schools may be aware that we are currently working with County colleagues to revise a locally agreed syllabus for RE which is planned to be launched in the summer term, ready for use from September 2020. Sacre informationSacre Report Inclusive Schools Nominations
Funding for Classical Music Lessons, Instruments and Courses - Individuals of school age, teachers and schools will soon be able to apply for a grant of up to £2,000 towards classical music lessons, instruments and courses throughout the UK. The funding aims to inspire and encourage a new generation of classical musicians and composers, and help children afford a classical music education, no matter what their financial background. Applications for awards will open in the New Year. more info
Primary Cabinet - Congratulations and well done to the 12 children representing Nottingham Schools who took part in Primary Cabinet on Friday, you were a credit to your schools & communities. Thank you to all staff and parents involved. Primary Parliament returns in March 2020. more info
Stories you might find interesting...!
Nottingham High School Science Collaborative INSET - Nottingham High School worked in partnership with the Rushcliffe Family of Primary Schools, hosting and providing Primary Science INSET for a day for 56 teachers with a focus on ideas and developing opportunities for practical Science at Key Stage 1 and 2. The day was a real success, so we are looking for another local group of Schools who would be keen to work with us. more info
Primary Physics Professional Learning - Join The Ogden Trust for a packed day of professional learning delivered by physics and primary science specialists. Ideal for science co-ordinators. 27 February 2020, 9.15am–3.15pm. more info
NATRE: Giving primary schools access to high-quality RE resources: We have received funding to support primary schools with high quality RE resources. Helping to deliver RE in engaging and exciting ways, Primary RE 1000 offers a special two year Bronze membership package. more info
Early years foundation stage profile results: 2018 to 2019 - Early years foundation stage profile (EYFSP) results for the 2018 to 2019 academic year, at national and local authority level. more info
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