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If you have information to be included in the next issue of the PEP bulletin, please send your text, image and link by Tuesday at 12pm to pep@portsmouthcc.gov.uk.
Reminder to nominate for the Long Service to Education before half term |
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Teach Portsmouth has received over 20 nominations for the Teach Portsmouth's long service to education event, to be held at Portsmouth Guildhall on 8 July from 4pm - 6pm. Those who are nominated and accept their invitation will enjoy afternoon tea and a trophy giving ceremony in the Mayor's Suite.
Deadline for submissions is Wednesday 20 May.
Schools and colleges are reminded to put forward up to four members of staff who have worked in Portsmouth for 20 years or more. Due to venue capacity we are limiting schools/colleges to four submissions. If you have more than four people, we would still recommend schools/college completing the form and email additional nominations to teachportsmouth@portsmouthcc.co.uk
To help co-ordinate this process, we would recommend each setting appointing a single person to oversee submissions. Please visit the Teach Portsmouth website for more information.
We would like to thank the Salterns Academy Trust and University of Portsmouth for sponsoring this event.
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Summer school census on 21 May
The Summer School Census takes place on Thursday 21st May 2026. If your school has purchased the EIS SLA, the deadline for census checking reports is Thursday 28th May 2026.
Please ensure that you upload your census return to COLLECT or SSE by this deadline to enable the checking reports to be created and sent back to you.
Please let us know that you have uploaded to COLLECT or SSE by emailing education.informationservices@portsmouthcc.gov.uk. If you cannot submit on time, please contact us ASAP.
All schools must have an approved return in COLLECT by Wednesday 17th June 2026. Please be aware that DfE may still require your school to make changes to your census after this date.
Contact 023 9284 1001 or email education.informationservices@portsmouthcc.gov.uk for further information.
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Prevent update for schools - May 2026
The latest Department for Education (DfE) South East Prevent newsletter (May 2026) confirms that the national terrorism threat level has moved to Severe, meaning an attack is assessed as highly likely.
Schools are advised to remain alert but not alarmed, and to continue following existing safeguarding and Prevent Notice, Check, Share processes as part of day‑to‑day practice.
The update also includes:
- A DfE call for evidence on antisemitism in schools and colleges, inviting staff and education communities to share experiences by 1 July 2026. Feedback will help shape future policy, training and support.
- Information about free Prevent training and safeguarding resources, including new webinars and updated guidance for education settings.
- Free local Prevent training for schools in Portsmouth is available.
To find out more or book training, email prevent@portsmouthcc.gov.uk.
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Inclusion
#BeeWell survey 2026 - calling all Portsmouth secondary schools to sign up
We're encouraging all secondary schools to sign up to this year’s #BeeWell survey. We had five schools take part in last year's survey and it's our hope and ambition that every secondary school in the city participates this year, ensuring we gain the fullest picture possible of our pupils’ wellbeing.
Why take part?
- Gives schools a better understanding of pupil's wellbeing, strengthens pupil voice and offers support to turn insights into action.
- Helps services gain a better insight into young people’s lives, leading to more effective and joined‑up support
Complete the expression of interest form by 5th June 2026.
For further information, please contact hiow.beewell@hants.gov.uk
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Walk this May – encourage your school community to take part in Walk to School Week (18–22 May)
This year, Walk to School Week takes place from Monday 18 to Friday 22 May. Run by charity Living Streets, schools are encouraged to promote the challenge, and ask parents, carers and pupils to get involved.
By walking, wheeling or cycling to school, children can boost their health and wellbeing while helping to reduce air pollution around their school.
Where families usually drive, schools can encourage them to park a short distance away and walk the rest of the journey. This simple change helps to reduce congestion and improve road safety at the school gates.
Please encourage your parents, carers and pupils to take part and give active travel a go during the week.
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Have your say: The Big Future children’s survey
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The Children’s Commissioner, Dame Rachel de Souza has launched The Big Future, a national survey giving children and young people the chance to share their views on their lives, communities and hopes for the future.
Schools and partners are asked to support and promote the survey, particularly encouraging participation from children with a social worker and those whose voices are often less heard.
The survey is open to children aged 0–18 and closes on Friday 23 October.
Take part in The Big Future survey
School improvement
Submit your favourite book in the PEP recommended read Portsmouth top 100! |
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To mark Portsmouth's 100th anniversary as a city and the National Year of Reading, the Portsmouth Education Partnership (PEP) Early Language and Literacy Development Group working with the Portsmouth School Library Service is creating a Portsmouth 100 Recommended Reads list for 2026/27.
Schools are invited to submit books or reading materials suitable for anyone 0 to 100+ which reflect the diversity and interests of Portsmouth's communities.
What you should do:
- Choose a book/reading material you would recommend
- Complete the book recommendation form
- Submit your recommendation by 30 June 2026
For further information, contact Debbie Anderson, Head of School Improvement and Early Years (debbie.anderson@portsmouthcc.gov.uk), or Matt Johnson, Chair of the Early Language and Literacy Development Group (mjohnson@copnorprimary.co.uk).
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Portsmouth Deputy and Assistant Headteachers’ Conference – no booking required
The next Portsmouth Deputy and Assistant Headteachers’ Conference takes place on Wednesday 24 June 2026, from 8.30am, at The Village Hotel, Cosham.
This term’s conference has a strong SEND and inclusion focus, with sessions designed to support senior leaders across Portsmouth schools.
The event is funded by the Portsmouth Education Partnership (PEP) and provides valuable CPD, as well as opportunities to support succession planning.
No booking is needed – colleagues are simply asked to attend on the day and sign in on arrival.
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Summer school in France for primary and secondary teachers of French |
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An exciting CPD opportunity in France is available this summer for primary and secondary teachers of French, hosted by the Alliance française de Normandie in Rouen, France from 2 August to 9 August 2026. All Training fees, meals and accommodation in a French host-family are covered by the Institut Française du Royaume-Uni.*
Primary school non‑specialist teachers of French who want to upskill and build confidence in spoken language. Included in the summer school programme:
- 20 hours of general French language group lessons
- Two workshops focused on French phonics
- Designed to boost confidence for classroom delivery
Secondary teachers of French (KS3–KS5) with a minimum level of B2 French. Included in the summer school programme:
- Workshops focused on cultural skills and innovative pedagogical practice
- Programme themes include:
- Jeux et grammaire ludique
- Phonetics in the classroom
- Vocabulary, mind‑mapping and intercultural approach
Selected participants may be invited to deliver a follow‑up workshop with the Institut français du Royaume‑Uni, sharing best practice with other UK teachers.
* Travel costs are the responsibility of the participant.
How to apply
- Apply by: 31 May 2026
- Places are limited and applications will be reviewed
- Successful applicants will be contacted by mid‑June
Primary school application
Secondary school application
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Inclusive leadership for SEND - online workshops this autumn term
Senior leaders are invited to join a three‑part online programme focused on inclusive and distributed leadership for SEND taking place in September and October this year.
Across three sessions, the programme will cover:
- statutory duties under the SEND Code of Practice and Equality Act
- distributed leadership and accountability for SEND
- high‑quality inclusive teaching and the assess, plan, do, review cycle
The series concludes with a focus on sustainable change through School and SEND Development Plans, quality assurance and self‑evaluation.
Full programme details and session registration links can be found in the attached document.
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