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Inclusion
Opportunity - Inclusion Outreach SENCOs |
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To add further capacity to the Inclusion Outreach Service we are seeking to second further Outreach SENCOs, from September 2023. Ideally we would like to add capacity to the Core Outreach SENCO team, offering 14 days a year of support.
We would also be very interested to hear from any SENCOs who would be interested in working with us on a more flexible basis, e.g. working on a particular project, but unable to commit to the full 14 days.
We look forward to hearing from you.
MHST programme scoping survey |
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The MHST programme is considering potential future enhancements to the MHST offer, including the range of children and young people's mental health and emotional wellbeing needs which are supported. Along with using learning to date, NHS England is keen to scope and prioritise the potential enhancements and a scoping survey has been launched which will run until Friday 30 June 2023.
They are keen to hear from as many stakeholders as possible including MHSTs, education settings, ICB leads, specialist provider leads, regions etc. and if possible children and young people and their parents/carers.
The full MHST service offer will be reviewed, across all functions, but the scope of this survey is predominantly function 1 (interventions for mild to moderate mental health needs) and as such some of the language is clinical in nature.
Please note that this is not an indication that future programme expansion has been confirmed, rather they are considering possible developments to the breadth of the service offer, both for existing and any (to be confirmed) future teams beyond Wave 10.
MHST summer workshops |
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MHST are offering summer workshops for young people and parents/carers. These are an opportunity to learn CBT-based skills to support young people's mental health and wellbeing. Workshops are being run twice a week at either Somerstown Family Hub (Omega St, PO5 4LP) or Northern Parade Family Hub (Doyle Avenue, PO2 9NE).
Topics include:
- Supporting wellbeing
- Supporting low mood through activity
- Challenging negative thoughts
- Responding to your child's worries
- Managing worries
Each session has a maximum capacity of 20. Please note that due to popular demand, those wishing to attend must register for a place by emailing MHSTcamhsPortsmouth@solent.nhs.uk.
A poster to download and share with parents/carers is available here.
School improvement
Free class trip offer from Goodwood Education Trust |
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 Goodwood Education Trust are able to offer a free class trip (30 children) to the farm at Goodwood, Chichester, and support travel costs with a grant of £300. This offer is for maintained schools with high numbers of children eligible for free school meals (40%+), special support centres, special schools or those with English not as their first language. Bookings are now being taken for academic year 2023/24.
The Goodwood Education Trust is an independent educational charity, set up in 1976 by the 10th Duke of Richmond. The Trust inspires a love and understanding of the natural environment and sustainable agriculture and works to connect both children and adults with nature, particularly those who are disadvantaged or vulnerable. The Trust offers a range of outdoor learning experiences centred around an accessible, purpose-built Education Centre. Activities take place all year round in 20 acres of ancient woodland dedicated to education, and at Goodwood’s organic working farm, near Chichester.
Please contact us to find out how we can work together. We look forward to welcoming you.
Email get@goodwood.com, phone 01243 755157, visit the Goodwood website or find us on social media @Goodwoodeducationtrust.
Bupa Foundation green community grants |
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Bupa Foundation green community grants support practical projects which help both people and planet health through funding amounts between £250 and £2,500.
The scheme is open to all to schools, registered charities, local authorities, not-for-profit organisations and social housing providers.
Application deadline is Friday 30 June 2023.
Nominations now open for Portsmouth’s Inspiring Volunteer Awards 2023 |
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The fifth year of the Portsmouth Inspiring Volunteer Awards are now open for nominations, with a deadline of Friday 14 July 2023. Across the city there are thousands of people volunteering their time to help support our community and environment, including lots of volunteers in schools and education settings working on governing bodies, PTAs, and giving their time freely to help out in a range of ways.
You can nominate an individual volunteer, a team of volunteers or a volunteer manager/organisation. To be eligible, nominees must volunteer within Portsmouth (PO1-PO6).
Get ready to watch the Teach Portsmouth Awards livestream |
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 In just over a week's time, we'll be celebrating the achievements of colleagues across 12 award categories at the Teach Portsmouth Awards. The event returns to Portsmouth Guildhall on Thursday 29 June 2023.
If you'd like to join us, you can watch the event livestream through the Teach Portsmouth website. The livestream is switched on at 7.30pm. The event is hosted by Nation Radio's Lucy Ambache and she can't wait to meet incredible school and college staff.
To watch the livestream, visit the Teach Portsmouth website. Bookmark the page and come back just before 7.30pm. We are encouraging people to get social and share their photos and videos on Twitter using the #TPA23. We can't wait to see your celebrations!
Manor Infant and Nursery School Ofsted report |
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Congratulations to Manor Infant and Nursery School for retaining their 'Good' rating following an Ofsted school inspection on 19 and 20 April 2023. Inspectors highlighted:
"Pupils are proud of their diverse school. They are welcoming and friendly and uphold the
school values by being respectful, resilient and happy. Staff have high expectations for
behaviour and set clear routines. They build strong relationships with pupils and promote
kindness. Pupils are thoughtful and caring towards each other. At breaktimes, they enjoy
playing football and parachute games with their friends. If pupils have any worries or
need help with minor friendship disputes, they know adults will help them."
Portsmouth Primary Headteachers' Conference |
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The next Portsmouth Primary Headteachers' Conference will take place on Thursday 29 June 2023 at the Village Hotel in Cosham. The theme is 'Inclusion for the future'.
Full details, including the agenda, can be viewed here.
If you have any questions, please email portsmouth.phc@gmail.com.
Making a strong start with phonics in year R |
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Priority Education Investment Area (PEIA) funding is supporting the work of the PEP Early Language and Literacy Development Group. Working with Springhill English Hub, the phonics session below is still available for booking on the Traded Services website.
Making a strong start with phonics in year R:
- Thursday 6 July 2023, 1.30pm - 3.30pm
- Training and Learning Centre (TLC), The Portsmouth Academy
- For year R practitioners and interested staff from year 1 and early years settings with backfill/supply costs available
Participation and progression
Portsmouth Young Changemakers Experience |
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The Portsmouth Young Changemakers Experience is for young people aged 10 – 14, living in the Charles Dickens ward or going to Ark Charter Academy, St Edmunds Catholic School, Priory School or The Portsmouth Academy and with an interest in making the local community a better place to live.
Participants will join Unloc to develop leadership, teamwork and project planning skills, all while having fun and making new friends in this free opportunity! We will kick off with the Charles Dickens Community Challenge to inspire your projects. All sessions will take place at the Unloc Changemaker Studios, Portsmouth Guildhall.
Dates and times:
- Thursday 27 July, 10am - 2pm
- Thursday 3 August, 10am - 1pm
- Thursday 10 August, 10am - 1pm
- Thursday 17 August, 10am - 1pm
- Thursday 24 August, 10am - 1pm
- Thursday 31 August, 10am - 1pm
- Thursday 7 September, 4pm - 6pm
- Thursday 21 September, 4pm - 6pm
- Thursday 5 October, 4pm - 6pm
Contact Faith@unloc.org.uk to book an assembly for your pupils or for more information.
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NetZero for Young People experience day |
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In collaboration with the City of Portsmouth College, Unloc hosted their first NetZero for Young People experience day. Following this successful experience day, they will be delivering a larger event. The details are as follows:
Date: Thursday 6 July 2023
Time: 9am - 2.30pm
Location: Portsmouth Guildhall
Who should attend: Student council members or eco ambassadors (or similar) in years 7-11 and teachers who may be interested
Lunch: Free lunch provided for teachers and pupils
The NetZero for Young People experience day will take your students through a series of workshops and activities exploring the NetZero strategy, green skills careers and sustainability within your school. This will include inspiring guest speakers and an opportunity to connect with other schools in the city.
To take up your free places, please complete the online form.
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 Day in the life of a Portsmouth foster carer: Michael’s story
“There have been many touching moments… which makes it all worthwhile and lets me know that I’ve been a positive chapter in their story."
Michael, a sole foster carer of teens, continued: “I spent the majority of my childhood in long-term foster care with wonderful carers. I wanted to give something back to children who needed some much-needed care and stability in their lives. My day as a foster carer has two sides to it; the parenting side which is very practical and typical of living with teenage boys, and what I call the fostering side which entails admin work."
Portsmouth City Council needs more foster carers. Could you join Michael in providing Portsmouth's vulnerable children with a loving foster home?
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