School news highlights - Norfolk Schools and Learning Providers

Reminder: Norfolk LA Local Agreement for Statutory Assessment (2025-26)

Thank you to those schools that have already completed this process - please ensure the Norfolk Local Agreement for Statutory Assessment is signed and submitted for all schools choosing Norfolk as their statutory moderation provider.

School Building Information Database C2

You may be aware that the database for building information including schools (referred to as Concerto, Connect2 or C2) has been updated. This is the main source of information the County Council holds on sites and buildings. Although we recognise that some of the information is sometimes historic, officers refer to this as our main source of school building and site detail which includes site plans, accommodation measurements, asbestos surveys, leases, etc. All schools (including academies) should be able to access the database, but this access may have lapsed now with changes of staff and roles. Please check your arrangements and let us know if you need them to be refreshed. There is also the opportunity to contact us with any updates to the information held on the system. The link is https://norfolkcc.concerto.co.uk/. If you have any issues please contact [email protected]

Reminder: Your Care, Your Life BrightSpots Survey

FAO: Designated teachers, Teaching Assistants, SENCO, Pastoral support worker in a schools setting, Virtual school , 18 November 2025 09:35

Help us find out what our care-experienced young people think about the services they experience and their well-being. We want to get at least 600 responses so we can do better for the children in our care.

Grow Your Own Future Teachers: share the Teach in the East event with your school community

FAO: Schools and their community , 18 November 2025 09:20

Share the 'Teach in the East: Explore Your Route into Teaching' online events with your school's community and help to grow your local teaching workforce and inspire the next generation of teachers in your area.

Online Training on Childhood Anxiety

FAO: Primary school staff , 17 November 2025 11:22

Gain an overview of childhood anxiety and learn strategies to help children manage their anxiety in a school setting, while also supporting UEA to extend their evaluation of this newly-developed online training.

Reminder: Big Norfolk Holiday Fun - Winter 2025 bookings open this week

FAO: All school staff , 17 November 2025 09:47

This week sees the launch of the winter Big Norfolk Holiday Fun programme - included is information to help you support children and young people in accessing the programme.

AI for Career Leaders: Transforming the Future of Guidance and Employability

FAO: Careers Leads and Careers Advisers working in schools , 14 November 2025 10:40

Led by Danny Mirza, one of the UK's leading voices on AI in Careers and Employability

Free CPD events from Wensum English Hub

FAO: Primary schools , 13 November 2025 11:37

Wensum English Hub has free CPD training opportunities for Primary Schools which including How to be the Perfect Play Partner, Writing Framework CPD sessions, Preparing for Phonics Screening Check 2026.

Upcoming Attendance Network Meetings & Registration Process

FAO: Senior Attendance Champions, School Attendance Officers, School staff with responsibility for attendance , 11 November 2025 10:15

Attend our termly Attendance Network sessions to share best practice and receive key updates. Complete the Delegate Registration Form to secure your place.

Planned Admission Number Consultation Window for 2027-2028 is now open

FAO: Headteachers, Governors, Trust CEO's and other stakeholders , 11 November 2025 10:00

This consultation invites responses to the local authority's approach to the Planned admission number (PAN) consultation for 2027-2028 admissions.

Norfolk Virtual School Conference 2025 - bookings open

The conference theme is 'Stepping into your power' - a one day event for Designated Teachers, Social Workers and other professionals working with our Virtual School cohorts. The conference will explore how we can all 'step into our power' to ensure young people can achieve and have successful futures.

New working with young people web pages

FAO: To share with Parents / Carers / Staff , 10 November 2025 11:45

Designed for existing staff and new talent looking to join the workforce to showcase the opportunities across the system and inform on the skills and qualifications you may need