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Norfolk Learning Collaborative: Adaptive and Quality First Teaching free professional learning event, Tuesday 3 February

FAO: Primary Leaders , 13 January 2026 10:00

The conference will focus on how inclusive, flexible approaches can strengthen mainstream inclusion and improve outcomes for all learners, particularly those with SEND.

RISE East of England Teaching Exchange: free webinars

FAO: Primary Leaders, Maths/English subject leaders and Y6 teachers , 13 January 2026 09:58

A regional, collaborative initiative designed to improve Key Stage 2 outcomes. Access a free series of online networking and training opportunities.

Over to You - Your Choice road safety programme for secondary schools, sixth forms & colleges

FAO: Teachers, students, youth workers, and home educators , 13 January 2026 09:58

Help students make safer choices with this free and flexible resource for secondary schools, sixth forms and colleges.

'Together on the learning to drive journey' recording

FAO: Students, parents and carers , 13 January 2026 09:53

Expert advice from driving instructors and road safety specialists, offering practical tips and insights to help learners and their families navigate the process confidently and safely.

The Bell Foundation - Language for results

Language for results is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of school staff in supporting learners who use English as an Additional Language (EAL). Courses for school leaders, teachers & TAs are available online and face to face at UEA in 2026.

Norfolk Virtual School and PiXL Network Focus

FAO: PIXL member schools , 9 January 2026 09:40

Join Tara Magee from the PiXL Curriculum Team to focus on generating ideas and planning for writing using PiXL resources.

DigiFest 2026 - Free activities at your library

FAO: All school staff , 9 January 2026 09:32

Help us to spread the word that DigiFest returns to Norfolk libraries this February, bringing a month‑long celebration of free, exciting digital creativity for children and young people up to age 16.

Writing for Wellbeing - hosted by Zohab Khan

FAO: Headteachers, Deputies, SENDCos , 8 January 2026 09:32

This fully funded workshop, for those schools with Virtual School cohorts, is designed to support wellbeing through writing.

Workshop invitation: Serious Violence Duty - from risk factors to protective factors

FAO: Designated safeguarding leads , 7 January 2026 12:08

The Serious Violence Duty is reshaping how we understand and prevent violence in our communities. Join us for a virtual, interactive session designed for Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) in education to share their views.

Share your views- Identification of need and inclusive provision webpages review.

FAO: SLT, Governors, SENCos , 6 January 2026 10:59

: An invitation to school SENDCO's and leaders to share your thoughts on the proposed updates to the Identification of need and inclusive provision webpages.

Winter Preparedness

During this colder weather, a reminder of the information resources available on the Norfolk Schools website, including how to access the Emergency Closures system.

Safe School Run Pledge - primary and secondary schools

FAO: Primary and secondary school staff, parents, carers, students, governors and school community , 6 January 2026 10:58

Join the Safe School Run Pledge to promote safe travelling and parking behaviours in your setting, and enter our termly prize draw for a chance to win a Road Safety banner or other useful Active Travel rewards.

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