School news highlights

We want to hear from SEND young people about their thoughts and experiences of using the Help You Choose website. By completing a quick survey they can enter a prize draw to win an Amazon voucher.

In order to support our partners in education in keeping our children safe, Norfolk Constabulary have purchased access to the Pol-Ed Programme. Pol-Ed is completely FREE to all Norfolk education settings.

Join us on Thursday, 22 May for a focused webinar on the use of part-time timetables for pupils, including when and how they should be used in line with statutory guidance. Learn what school staff need to consider to ensure these arrangements are always in the best interests of the student.

There is still an opportunity to sign up to access the Rise Up Online Teacher Training Course and the Trauma Informed PE Online Teacher Training Course.

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month (GRTHM) is celebrated every June in the UK to honour the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities. The GRT Service have prepared resources and activities that schools can use to take part fully in this year's theme of GRT HEROES MONTH, 'Who Inspires You?'.

A huge thanks to all the school staff who have worked so hard with us in recent months on the development, design and implementation of the new E3 model for the 2025/26 academic year. Information about when further updates about the Unexpected Situations Support Fund (USSF), Enhanced SEND Provision (ESPs), and transitions will be sent out.

International teachers don't just fill vacancies—they enrich school cultures. Bringing fresh perspectives, broadening pupils' world views, and contributing to a more diverse and dynamic learning environment for subjects such as science and maths.

Save the date for a free author event from award-winning children's author Rashmi Sirdeshpande, live at the Forum in Norwich and livestreamed across the county. This event is supported by the National Centre for Writing in celebration of Norwich UNESCO City of Literature.

Following a year of collaboration and evaluation, a new support offer is being co-designed to help more schools develop similar inclusive practices.