Set up by schools for schools, we are a self-funded, registered charity that represents all 1,150 schools in the region. Through our consultations, networking, podcast, surveys, roundtables & annual calendar of events, WE LEAD NOT PLEAD.https://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lr6hin56tc2hNEW EPISODE #TheSNEPodcast 🎙️ We celebrate Steve Stringer’s remarkable 40-year career as caretaker at North Fawdon Primary School. Hear him reflect on the school’s evolution and share heart-warming stories from his time. Listen to the full episode here: ow.ly/sIck50W68Tk #EducationPodcast09 Jun 2025 13:14 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lr6hin56tc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lmwhrx55bc2e🎥 Interview in progress with BBC Look North. Chris Zarraga, Director of Schools North East, highlights the school readiness crisis in the region: 1 in 3 kids aren't ready for school, and this affects every classroom, every community. 📺 Tune in ~6:30pm tonight.16 Apr 2025 11:17 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmwhrx55bc2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lmrusbg3r22xRECORDING IN PROGRESS 🎙️ Last week, we were joined by Jenn Findlay (Hotspur Primary School), Julie Craggs (Acre Rigg Academy) and Tracey Wilson (Lumley Infant and Nursery School) for #TheSNEPodcast. What a way to start a Thursday ✅ Catch up on all episodes here: schoolsnortheast.podbean.com14 Apr 2025 15:27 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmrusbg3r22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3llh7azvvdk2xAs The Voice of North East schools, it's great to see our response to the #SpringStatement hit the news. “Every pound invested in education today will save us many times more in social impact, lost opportunity, and inequality tomorrow.” Full story: #WeLeadNotPlead #NorthEastEducation https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/north-east-schools-suffering-crisis-3129687828 Mar 2025 16:10 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3llh7azvvdk2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3ll7lw53q4c2nNEW EPISODE 👏 #TheSNEPodcast. We explore how Hudson Road Primary's 'Additionally Resourced Provision', known as The Harbour, is redefining support for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. Listen here: https://schoolsnortheast.podbean.com/e/forever-school-how-the-harbour-is-transforming-semh-support-in-sunderland/ #EducationPodcast #SEND25 Mar 2025 15:35 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3ll7lw53q4c2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3ljmwrf7nec2pOur latest #EducationPolicy Roundup has just landed in the inboxes of our Partner Schools ✅ This update provides a quick overview of the work we’ve done to amplify the voice of North East schools over the past half-term. #NorthEastSchools #EduSky #EdTech05 Mar 2025 12:03 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3ljmwrf7nec2phttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3liz5n4jlac2b#EducationPolicy must be made in consultation with school leaders and those at the ‘chalkface’, which is why we use our platform to explore challenges and experiences. Have you listened to #TheSNEPodcast yet? Available wherever you get your podcasts: shorturl.at/HzVw825 Feb 2025 15:13 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3liz5n4jlac2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3liwj3ps4ps2mFamilies and children across the North East will soon benefit from free, daily breakfast clubs as the government has confirmed 56 schools are to offer the scheme. Read in full: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg1p0zv541o #ChildPoverty #NorthEastSchools24 Feb 2025 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3liwj3ps4ps2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lipa6eqjxs22🚀 At #SNECurriculum25, we advocated for a #curriculum that reflects our region’s unique context and empowers our schools. The #NorthEast is not just a follower—we are leaders in educational excellence! Read the full story here: lnkd.in/e4FyZ6WJ21 Feb 2025 16:32 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lipa6eqjxs22https://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3limrpa32jk2sIt's #NationalLoveYourPetDay, so allow us to introduce you to the furry friends of Schools North East... George • Buster • Milo • Chester • Louis • Saffi • Esther 🧡20 Feb 2025 17:07 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3limrpa32jk2shttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3limmjkxgok2sBy ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed, we create a more resilient, balanced, and sustainable economy, benefiting both individuals and the country as a whole. "For every child, for every school, for the future of our region." #WeLeadNotPlead [contains quote post or other embedded content]20 Feb 2025 15:35 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3limmjkxgok2shttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lijhupizds2aA brilliant day yesterday! We hope everyone left the conference with a renewed sense of purpose and a wealth of practical strategies to implement in all schools across our region. Remember: WE LEAD NOT PLEAD. #SNECurriculum25 [contains quote post or other embedded content]19 Feb 2025 09:34 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lijhupizds2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3li2hky4wc22vNeed something new to listen to on the way into work? 🏫 #TheSNEPodcast is your source for better understanding the critical issues facing our education system today (from a North East England perspective). Listen to all 14 episodes now: schoolsnortheast.podbean.com #EduSky13 Feb 2025 10:18 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3li2hky4wc22vhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lhehsjgzsk2uHave you listened to the latest episode of #TheSNEPodcast yet? 🌳 @paulrickeard.bsky.social, CEO of the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust, shares firsthand insights into the unique pressures facing rural schools in the North East. Listen now: shorturl.at/39t1S #EduSky04 Feb 2025 16:24 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhehsjgzsk2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lhbxav6oyk26It's #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek! Let's turn awareness into ACTION. How can we create lasting change for young people's mental wellbeing? Open conversations, prioritise early intervention, and listen to their voices. It's a year-round priority! #CMHW #MentalHealthMatters03 Feb 2025 16:22 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhbxav6oyk26https://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lh2grmu7v22uGreat to see @paulineaitchison.bsky.social, Schools North East Deputy Director, quoted in this @schoolsweek.bsky.social article, highlighting an imbalance in support between health and education departments. Read the full article: https://schoolsweek.co.uk/i-dont-remember-it-being-this-bad-teachers-reveal-scale-of-labours-school-ready-promise/31 Jan 2025 16:39 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lh2grmu7v22uhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3lf5ell57ss2hChristmas break over? Don't worry, we've got exciting things planned ✨ Welcome back to school, everyone! Let's make 2025 the best year yet. We look forward to catching up with you all properly very soon. #NewYear #BackToSchool07 Jan 2025 09:47 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3lf5ell57ss2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/schoolsnortheast.bsky.social/post/3ld4ajaknvs2pWe teamed up with North East Child Poverty Commission to publish a briefing on free school meals and 'auto-enrolment' in our region, which has been shared with all of the North East's MPs. We are urging the Govt to implement a national, opt-out system ✔️12 Dec 2024 12:11 +0000at://did:plc:wc2ukdeqibe6xkthwermlmaa/app.bsky.feed.post/3ld4ajaknvs2p