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Tuesday, 10 March 2020

COVID-19 updates for ALL SCHOOLS and education settings

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS Department for Education guidance for schools The Department for Education (DfE) has released further guidance for schools and other educational settings. Amongst other useful information, this guidance includes information on:

• What to do if a case of coronavirus (pupil, student or staff) is suspected or confirmed in a childcare or education setting. • What to do if a pupil, student or staff member has travelled from a Category 1 or 2 specified country/area in the last 14 days.

DfE has also created a poster which summarises some of the advice. The guidance and posters can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to- educational-settings-about-covid-19 Department for Education Coronavirus helpline A new helpline to answer questions about coronavirus related to education was launched on the 02 March. Staff, parents and young people can contact the helpline as follows: Phone: 0800 046 8687 Email: [email protected]. Opening hours: 8am to 6pm (Monday to Friday). Contact: Janice Lee, Head of Organisational support, [email protected]

COVID-19 updates for ALL SCHOOLS and education settings

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS The importance of hygiene

Public Health has a dedicated webpage with a range of posters and digital materials at: https://campaignresources.phe.gov.uk/resources/campaigns/101-coronavirus- /resources

Exam preparation and Ofqual advice We recognise that students, parents, schools and colleges will be concerned about the possible impact of coronavirus on the 2020 summer exam series. Ofqual’s advice at this time is to continue to prepare for exams and other assessments as normal. Ofqual continues to work closely with exam boards, other regulators and the Department for Education to plan for a range of scenarios, as the public would expect. Our overriding priorities are fairness to students this summer and keeping disruption to a minimum. It is still many weeks until exams start and we will issue updated advice if necessary, giving schools and colleges as much notice as possible.

The latest updates from Ofqual can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/updated-statement-on-coronavirus

Where to find the latest information Updates on COVID-19 Guidance for educational settings Travel advice for those travelling and living overseas Educational resources

Good Work Plan information for head teachers and business managers of LA maintained schools

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS Following up from our previous communication on Tuesday 3 March 2020. Please find additional FAQ’s that have been sent through to Schoolschoice via the email inbox [email protected].

For Local Authority Schools, we have organised some twilight sessions to discuss through and provide additional support in relation to the good work plan:

Supporting schools to review staff contracts

1. Practical examples in relation to what type of contract should staff be employed on 2. Casual Hours/additional Hours v Varying permanent contracts 3. What is the difference between workers or employees? 4. Ensure that schools’ are compliant with the good work plan. 5. Casual hours /Holiday pay data

The twilight “Good work plan” sessions will be run by Janice Lee and Claire Bickers (Schools Choice) 22 April from 4.30 to 5.30pm – Northgate Arts Centre 23 April from 4.30 to 5.30pm – King Edward School, Bury St Edmund's 28 April from 4.30 to 5.30pm – Please can you confirm if you as the HT, Business Manager or Governor are able to attend any of the above sessions to [email protected] no later than 17 April, please state the session you are attending and your role.

Letter to Staff FAQ's Employee Holiday Pay Calculator

Contact: Janice Lee, [email protected], [email protected]

Review of Electronic Information from Schools

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

The Inclusion Service that sits within the Children & Young People’s Directorate is reviewing the amount of paperwork that comes through the office to improve efficiencies, reduce waste, support the environment and minimise processes such as requests for Education, Health & Care Needs Assessments and referrals for Specialist Services and placements. We will be moving towards electronic document exchange and filing and need information to ensure this transition is effective. Please could you help us by completing the short survey here

Contact: Kirstie Damant, 07710 067314

Risk Protection Arrangement

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

The Risk Protection Arrangement (RPA) was launched in 2014 by the Government as an alternative to commercial insurance for academies, trusts and free schools. Following a consultation in 2019, the DfE has decided to extend the option to join the RPA to local authority maintained schools sector in England. From 1 April 2020, schools that elect to opt in to the RPA will be charged £18 per pupil per annum. In return, the schools will be covered for risks such as material damage and business interruption.

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Consultation on creating specialist provision in maintained schools

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

Suffolk County Council is working with a number of Schools across Suffolk to develop new Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) units attached to mainstream schools. The Schools involved will be seeking approval from the Regional Schools Commissioners. As part of their business case each academy trust must consult with local Schools. Links to each academy’s consultation can be found below.

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Contact: [email protected]

Emerade 150mcg auto injector patient level recall which has just been issued

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

We would like to let you know about an Emerade 150mcg patient level recall which has just been issued: There is guidance for schools in these documents https://www.gov.uk/drug-device-alerts/class-2-medicines-recall-emerade-150-micrograms- solution-for-injection-in-pre-filled-syringe-pl-33616-0013-el-20-a-14 https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5e5e72c5e90e077e3385cb42/EL__20_A_1 4_Final.pdf The recall also applies to any Emerade 150mcg devices held within schools and therefore these devices will need to be returned to pharmacies and replaced with alternatives. Also to highlight that Emerade 150 microgram pens in schools should only be returned to the pharmacy once they have a replacement device. Further advice is available within the alert.

Nursery Provision in Schools (RE: Early Education Funding)

FOR ACTION | ALL PRIMARY SCHOOLS WITH NURSERY PROVISION

Please could you let us know whether your school operates your early years provision as:-

• a maintained school nursery class or • a school community nursery provision or • an academy

Please could you email this information to us as follows To [email protected] Subject Line: School Nursery Type (Add) your establishment name Include the following in the body of email: Your Name: Your Contact Tel No: Our provision, through which we provide funded early education places, operates as: Please select of the following

• a maintained school nursery class or • a school community nursery provision or • an academy

Contact: [email protected]

Early Years Foundation Stage Profile (EYFSP) – Agreement Trialling (moderation) meetings

FOR INFORMATION | ALL PRIMARY, FIRST, INFANT & SPECIAL SCHOOLS

These meetings are for anyone responsible for completing the EYFS Profile. The meetings will be led by an experienced EYFS trainer and moderator. This year the focus will be ELG 10 – Writing and ELG 3 – Speaking. There is no charge to attend the meetings. Book using the Schools Choice CPD website.

View the full list of dates and venues

Contact: Jacqueline Cant, [email protected]

Updated contact details and structure chart

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

The contact details sheet and Education and Learning structure chart have been updated.

• To download the contact details please click here • To download the structure chart please click here

Updated CME Protocol

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

The updated CME Protocol, V1.0 March 2020, is now available.

Download the updated CME Protocol here

The updated Protocol will shortly be available via the CME webpage

Contact: Vanessa Williams, [email protected]

Relationships Education, Relationships & Sex Education and Health Education Update and Networking Events

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

In preparation for the statutory relationships, sex and health education guidance coming into effect this September, the Schools Engagement Coordinator is hosting update events to provide schools with the information they need to get ready for the statutory guidance and network with other PSHE Leads. Key speakers will form the basis of these events.

Find out more

Contact: Jane Stannard, [email protected], 01473 263296

Spring Conference Friday 20th March 2020

FOR INFORMATION | ALL PRIMARY SCHOOLS, EYFS/KS1/KS2 PRU/SPECIAL SCHOOLS

Please use this link to access our new enewsletter you will find the booking form on there

SPHA Spring Conference 2020 agenda

Contact: Jacqui Frost, [email protected], 07879491093

Shanghai Primary Mathematics Open Lesson Events

FOR INFORMATION | ALL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Exciting opportunity to see a Shanghai, mastery style lesson taught by an NCETM Primary Mastery Specialist, with first-hand Shanghai experience, followed by a teacher research discussion around mastery principles.

Find out more

Contact: [email protected], 01603 280940

Mike Askew: Raising Achievement in Primary Mathematics

FOR INFORMATION | ALL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

An exciting and free of charge event to learn from the internationally renowned, Primary mathematics expert Mike Askew. Hosted by Oxford University Press, in collaboration with Angles Maths Hub, Mike will present on:

• The three curriculum aims and how they relate to teaching for mastery • Why is reasoning so important in mathematics? • Making a start on reasoning

Find out more

Contact: [email protected], 01603 280940

Talk4Writing

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

The Partnership of Bildeston Primary & Whatfield CEVC Primary Schools are holding a Pie Corbett “Talk4Writing” - Introduction to Non Fiction event on Friday 3rd April 2020 which would be a very exciting opportunity for any staff members at your school to attend.

The cost of the event including lunch would be £75 per candidate.

Time: 9am – 4pm Venue: Bildeston Primary

Please email Louise at [email protected] to book place/s.

SIMS Programmes of Study Training

FOR INFORMATION | ALL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Programmes of study is part of the SIMS core suite and available to use at no extra cost, to enable you to setup and make use of this module we have booked Capita to run the Programmes of Study Course.

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Contact: Lizzie Winter, [email protected], 01473 265457

Teaching & Leading KS1 Computing

FOR INFORMATION | ALL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

This two-day course gives confidence in teaching the whole of the key stage 1 computing curriculum. See flyer for full details.

Venue- BT Adastral Park, Martlesham Heath, IP5 3RE Dates - 23rd March & 23rd June 2020 Times - 1.00pm-6.00pm Free places & bursaries available – otherwise £35 per day

View the flyer

Contact: Nic Hubbard, [email protected]

Teaching & Leading KS2 Computing

FOR INFORMATION | ALL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

This two-day course will broaden your understanding and give confidence in teaching the whole of the key stage 2 computing curriculum. See flyer for full details.

Venue- BT Adastral Park, Martlesham Heath, IP5 3RE Dates – 24th March & 24th June 2020 Times - 1.00pm-6.00pm Free places & bursaries available – otherwise £35 per day

View the flyer

Contact: Nic Hubbard, [email protected]

Norfolk & Suffolk Science Learning Partnership – Primary & Secondary Science CPD

FOR INFORMATION | ALL PRIMARY & SECONDARY SCHOOLS

Working as a science technician – an introduction to the role Date: 17 March 2020 Venue: , Bury St. Edmunds Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm Cost: £75

Meeting the new framework in secondary science Date: 17 March 2020 Venue: STEM Innovation Centre, Bury St. Edmunds Time: 1.00pm – 4.00pm Cost: £60

KS3 Biology for non science specialists Date: 19 March 2020 Venue: County Upper School, Bury St. Edmunds Time: 09.30am – 3.30pm Cost: £125

Contact [email protected] for more details.

MHFA Training Courses

FOR INFORMATION | ALL SCHOOLS

The Raedwald Trust are delighted to be offering the full 2 day Mental Health First Aid Training.

- 23rd & 24th March 2020, East Bergholt - 23rd & 24th April 2020, Claydon - 20th & 21st May 2020, East Bergholt - 15th & 16th June 2020, East Bergholt - 16th & 17th July 2020, TBC

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Contact: Laura Leeder, [email protected]

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