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Be inspired and get interactive at SkillsCymru 2015 - THE largest careers, jobs and skills events for Wales!
21-22 October Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff
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Relevant for Heads of Sixth Forms, MAT at Schools/Colleges, Seren hub co-ordinators and delivery teams and local authority 14-19 teams. Opportunities include networking with experts from leading UK universities and high profile industries, as well as gaining practical skills and a unique insight into Seren network’s activities and opportunities.
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Education Minister, Huw Lewis will be at Tonypandy Community College later today to congratulate teachers and pupils on an 18% increase in exam success. Written Statement
As we move further into this new school year we would like to remind you of our continued commitment to raising the standard of literacy and numeracy.
Education Minister, Huw Lewis has announced he is calling time on the current system of initial teacher education training in Wales.
The education system has a vitally important role in securing the future of the Welsh language. As a government we remain committed to seeing the Welsh-medium education sector grow as outlined in our Welsh-medium education strategy.
Your school could benefit from building high quality relationships like Oakdale Comprehensive School. They enforce discipline positively by incentivising learning through competitive prizes. Tracking pupil behaviour can allow for targeted action for any negative conduct. Parental development evenings provide support and information for the next 6 months. All in all, raising attainment through good practice.
Pearson Teching Awards and the winner is…
Congratulations to Joy Ballard Head teacher at Willows High School Cardiff, winner of the prestigious Pearson Teaching Awards Gold Plato Award for Head teacher of the year in a Secondary School. Awards were announced on the evening of Sunday 18 October at a glittering awards ceremony held at London’s Royal Opera House, hosted by TV historian Dan Snow. The ceremony will be broadcast on BBC2 at 6.00pm on 25th October as “Britain’s Classroom Heroes”.
On 13 October the Arts Council of Wales (ACW) announced the 131 schools in the first round of the Lead Creative Schools Scheme, which supports development of creative skills across the curriculum. This scheme is part of Creative Learning through the Arts - a joint Welsh Government and ACW initiative.
On 2 November the London School of Economics will be hosting the German Embassy Career Fair. This event, organised by the German Embassy in partnership with the German-British Chamber of Industry and Commerce, welcomes all teachers and students with an interest in the German language.
The Goethe-Institut has provided details of scholarships for up to 8 teachers to attend a language training course, aimed at promoting languages in schools, in Germany this December. The deadline for applications is the 29 October. More information about the course and Application form
The Children (Performances and Activities) (Wales) Regulations 2015
were laid on Friday 9 October 2015 and, subject to annulment, will come into force on 30 October. We are holding two launch events to discuss good practice. Workshops will be held in Llandudno Junction on 3 November 2015 and Bridgend on 5 November 2015. Please contact julie.garrard@wales.gsi.gov.uk if you would like to attend stating your preferred location.
Learners are at the heart of Estyn’s inspections. We want their views on how we will inspect from September 2017. Encourage your school council to take part.
Introducing the new specifications and sample assessment materials for WJEC GCSE Science Suite in Wales for first teaching from 2016.
An opportunity for young people to meet employees from local companies to learn how Science qualifications opened doors to exciting careers.
Get involved with hands on interactive challenges, it’s NOT magic – it’s SCIENCE!
This pack is targeted at girls aged 11-14, promoting STEM subjects post-16. There is also a free app from the Apple store.
Resources only available in English
First Lego League is aimed at 9-16 year olds to think like scientists and engineers, 37 tournaments will take place over the UK. Swansea National Waterfront Museum will be hosting the Welsh tournament on 10 December 2015.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing based in Deeside are hosting a two day event, aimed at students to give them an exciting and memorable experience to motivate them to continue with the study of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). For further information and to book a Toyota Deeside Engine Plant tour click here.
Hwb Networks provides a wealth of online tools to facilitate professional collaboration between teachers across Wales. So far over 400 Hwb Networks have been created. Visit Hwb Networks to browse the extensive list or even create your own
Hwb Events:
Carmarthen HwbMeet will take place on Tuesday 24 November at Queen Elizabeth High School from 4.30 – 6.00pm. Book your tickets here.
New Hwb Content:
Wales at War – a bilingual website for KS2 and KS3 learners. Also for KS2 and KS3, Women during the First World War.
Short term supply teachers (Central South) – Twilight Workshops
If you are a short term supply teacher within Central South Consortium, come along to the workshops tailored specifically for you:
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22 October – Induction – 4pm-6pm
- 9 November – e-Safety – 4pm-5pm
- 24 November – Safeguarding – 4pm-5pm
For further information and to register for the events, please contact Matthew Robbins Matthew.Robbins@cscjes.org.uk
New Deal Information Booklets
As part of the New Deal for the Education Workforce, we have recently published a NEW Effective Collaboration Information Booklet on Learning Wales. This is the final Information Booklet is one of a suite of online booklets to supports the New Deal and the Professional Learning Model.
Access our quick links to the four Information Books:
The ‘Wales for Peace’ team in conjunction with the National Assembly for Wales invite secondary schools in Wales to attend a free conference.
How have individuals and groups in Wales reacted to the horrors of war by working for peace? This will be an opportunity for schools to share how their understanding of conflict has led them to react in creative ways. Find out more and register today!
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