Welsh Government Dysg pre-11 newsletter – 3 May 2016 (Issue 145)

3 May 2016 • Issue 145

 
 
 
 
 
 

WELSH EDUCATION NEWS

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Test Administration Handbook

The handbook includes summaries of each of the test administration manuals and guidance on access and disapplication arrangements. Headteachers, test administrators and teachers should familiarise themselves with this document.

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National Reading and Numeracy Tests - Information for parents and carers

Our Parents’ guide to the 2016 tests is available online now. Please share this information with parents and make available on your school’s website.

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Headteacher's Declaration

Once the last test for the testing cycle has been administered, the headteacher must sign confirming that all guidelines were followed. The declaration for 2016 must be signed and submitted to the relevant consortium by the 16 June 2016.

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National Digital Learning Event 2016

Thanks to all who entered the National Digital Learning Awards 2016. The judging process has begun and the winners will be announced at the National Digital Learning Event on 15 June at Venue Cymru in Llandudno. Full conference details and how to register to attend will be available soon.

Cardiff HwbMeet – Tuesday 17 May 2016

The Hollies, Brynheulog, Pentwyn, Cardiff CF23 7XG, 16:30 – 18:00

This is the last chance for you to attend a HwbMeet this academic year. HwbMeets provide an informal opportunity for teachers to come along and meet the Hwb team, to find out about Hwb, Hwb+, e-Safety and to hear about good practice and bilingual digital resources that can support their work in the classroom.  Book your free tickets.

Staff training

Schools have taken varied approaches to training their staff in the Hwb tools, ranging from setting up Digital Learning PLCs to carrying out staff skills surveys.  Find out how Hwb+ Centres of Excellence trained their staff in the Hwb tools by reading the following good practice guides:

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The Wales Centre for Equity in Education

Is delighted to invite you to attend the next Wales Journal of Education event. The Future of Professional Learning in Wales: Research Informed Policy and Practice Conference will be held on Wednesday 25 May 2016 at 9.15am – 3.15pm in the Glamorgan Building of Cardiff University. This event is being supported by BERA.

LATEST STATISTICS AND REPORTS

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