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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.
NEW 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

#EducationPodcast
June 9, 2025 at 1:14 PM
🎥 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.
April 16, 2025 at 11:17 AM
RECORDING 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.com
April 14, 2025 at 3:27 PM
NEW 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: schoolsnortheast.podbean.com/e/forever-sc...

#EducationPodcast #SEND
March 25, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Our 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 #EdTech
March 5, 2025 at 12:03 PM
#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/HzVw8
February 25, 2025 at 3:13 PM
🚀 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/e4FyZ6WJ
February 21, 2025 at 4:32 PM
It's #NationalLoveYourPetDay, so allow us to introduce you to the furry friends of Schools North East...

George • Buster • Milo • Chester • Louis • Saffi • Esther 🧡
February 20, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Need 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

#EduSky
February 13, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Have 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

#EduSky
February 4, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Evolving from our successful Healthy MindED and Challenging Behaviour conferences, #SNEInclusion25 is your opportunity to tackle one of the most pressing challenges in education today.

Keynote announcement: Katherine Cowell.

Learn more and book here: schoolsnortheast.org/event-calend...
February 3, 2025 at 4:25 PM
It'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 #MentalHealthMatters
February 3, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Christmas 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 #BackToSchool
January 7, 2025 at 9:47 AM
We 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 ✔️
December 12, 2024 at 12:11 PM
#Podcast recording in progress. Follow us to listen to all our podcasts open.spotify.com/show/1tkfMeo...
December 3, 2024 at 12:43 PM
Schools with primary-school-aged children can apply to become an early adopter of the universal free breakfast clubs scheme.

They will fund up to 750 participating state-funded schools starting from April 2025. Find out more here: www.gov.uk/guidance/bre...
November 28, 2024 at 1:56 PM
CALLING ALL SCHOOL BUSINESS LEADERS! 📲

If you're struggling with Management Information Systems (MIS) frameworks in education, improve your understanding in just 1 hour at our upcoming #SBM webinar.

We look forward to connecting with you 💙

Book here: shorturl.at/7lDpS

Sponsor: NYES #SBL
November 27, 2024 at 9:20 AM
Thrilled to be on Bluesky with many members of our amazing community already here 💙 🧡
November 15, 2024 at 12:05 PM