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July 2018
Prime Bulletin
Monthly Newsletter |
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The Prime Education Fund (PEF) is funded by Babcock Prime. It aims to provide £50k to support ambitious and innovative ideas that will benefit learners in Worcestershire. The Prime Education Fund awards panel is particularly interested in projects which focus on learning and achievement where children and young people are given opportunities to succeed and be heard, and where the workforce is skilled and well-motivated.
The deadline for funding bids is Friday 14th September 2018.
Find out how to apply for your share of the Prime Education Fund and view examples of previous projects: https://www.babcockprime.co.uk/about-us/prime-education-fund |
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Following a full assessment in May 2018, Babcock Prime is delighted to announce that we have been awarded the Customer Service Excellence® in accordance with the requirements of the government Cabinet Office's Customer Service Excellence® Standard. The award recognises our commitment to high level customer service and quality delivery, demonstrating that we put our customers at the core of what they do. Find out more about the award and our results:
https://www.babcockprime.co.uk/latest-news/Customer-Service-Excellence |
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The 'Early Bird' discount for academy school service purchases ends on 31st July 2018.
Order your educational services by 31/07/18 to receive a discounted rate. Non-discounted rates will apply after 31st July 2018.
Additional 'top-up' services can be purchased, as required, throughout the year at full price.
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- Review your current processes to identify any compliance issues or concerns
- Ensure everyone understands GDPR, their responsibilities with personal data and the significance of being compliant
- Conduct a thorough audit to examine current practices and procedures and identify actions to safeguard the school and achieve compliance.
- Stay up to date with data protection best practice and continue to monitor your schools compliance
View the GDPR support available from Babcock PrimeOr contact the GDPR team to discuss your concerns around GDPR compliance:Prime-GDPR@babcockinternational.com01905 678136 |
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'The Poo Fairy', by Evan Boxall, won gold prize in the age five to nine category of the BBC Radio 2 contest. Evan aged 7 of Redhill Primary School, Worcester, wrote about a fairy who turns dog mess into fairy dust. During the live final Evan's story was read out by David Walliams. Author and competition judge Francesca Simon, said of Evan's story that it was "A brilliantly silly concept - the Poo Fairy - that was rigorously thought-through, full of great jokes but coming to a thoughtful, insightful conclusion. A really mature and accomplished piece of storytelling." Find out more and read 'The poo fairy': https://www.babcockprime.co.uk/latest-news/Worcester-schoolboy-wins-Radio-2-500-words-story-competition |
Annual SEND Conference 2018 Inclusion and Excellence:
meeting the challenge for all
Thursday 27th September 2018, 09:30 – 15.30
Worcestershire County Cricket Club You Spoke, We Listened!
The focus for our SEND Conference this year is directly in response to Worcestershire Schools' feedback requesting CPD on INCLUSION, EMOTIONAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING and PERSON CENTRED PLANNING. The conference, a full day event, will also incorporate the launch of the new Emotional Health and Wellbeing Pathway document, with each school attending receiving a complimentary copy of the pathway document. Please visit the Prime website for programme and speaker information, plus how to book:
http://www.babcockprime.co.uk/training-conferences/conferences/send-conference-2018-inclusion-and-excellence-meeting-the-challenge-for-all |
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The West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner currently grants Barnardo's to provide CSE support workers to work with children and young people who are encountering, or at risk of, CSE in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
The current grant to Barnardo's comes to an end of 30th June 2018. The PCC opened up a new grant round to provide a new service to those identified as at risk, or a victim of, CSE in March. The successful applicant for this new service was West Mercia Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre (WMRSASC).
In the coming weeks, Force colleagues, myself and WMRSASC will all be working together to ensure that there is a smooth transition between these services for any child or young person who may currently be involved within the Barnardo's service.
Please pass this information onto any colleagues you feel appropriate and let me know if you have any questions?
Regards
Claire Richardson, Commissioning Officer
claire.richardson@westmercia.pnn.police.uk
Tel: 01905 332264
Mob: 07970 602443 |
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Babcock Prime was delighted to sponsor the award for Newcomer of the Year at the Worcester News Worcestershire Education Awards 2018.
The Newcomer Award was won by Abi Taylor, Stanley Road Primary School
The awards celebrated individuals, schools, educational settings and community organisations that have demonstrated commitment, innovation and excellence in education. The quality of the nominations was exceptional, highlighting outstanding achievements, inspirational practice and great passion for education. For a full list of winners visit: https://www.babcockprime.co.uk/latest-news/Education-in-Worcestershire-celebrated |
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Is NPQH right for you?
Join us for an information session to find out more about the NPQH programme from the course leader; find out what is involved and how you will be assessed.
Monday 11th September 2018,
4pm – 5.30pm, Prime House, Worcester To register for the NPQH information sessions please contact:
Prime-schoolservices@babcockinternational.com 0800 090 2255 | | |
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| NPQML | Tuesday 12th July 2018 | | NPQSL | Tuesday 17th July 2018 | | NPQH | September 2018 start | | NPQEL | 8th - 10th October 2018 | | NPQEL | 8th - 10th January 2019 |
There will be multiple intakes per year, so please keep checking the listings online for the latest cohort dates available. Or visit https://www.worcsleadershipacademy.com for further programme information. Remember: teachers and leaders in Wychavon and Wyre Forest are eligible for scholarship funding which covers the cost of an NPQ course. |
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In case you missed it we have implemented a new FSM application form to reflect the introduction of Universal Credit and the phasing out of other income-based benefits.Download: NEW FSM Application FormAcademies – don't forget to purchase the free school meals eligibility checking service before 31st July to benefit from the early bird discount.http://www.babcockeducationestore.co.uk/prime |
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Establishing and developing your trust The DfE have produced guidance and resources for academy trusts, including those establishing new trusts and existing trusts planning to grow. |
Managing behaviour and bullying in schools The DfE have updated their case study resources on 'Approaches to preventing and tackling bullying'. The case studies demonstrate whole school approaches to tackle and prevent bullying such as creating an inclusive environment, keeping anti-bullying high profile, empowering pupils and engaging parents. |
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The Gypsy Roma Traveller Education Team provides education support and family advocacy to the community of Gypsy Roma Travellers, Showman families, Circus families and New Age Travellers who reside in Worcestershire, to ensure that every child has equal access to education.
The team are passionate about developing inclusive culture and committed to improving the life chances of Gypsy Roma Traveller children and young people.
Kay Poole has worked in partnership with the Traveller community, schools and providers for 14 years.
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Babcock staff gain accredited teaching qualification
Congratulations to the following staff members who have completed the Level 3 Education and Training Award
Alison Newman
Cath Shotton
Nicky Burford
Becky White
Michelle Tideswell
Kelly Molnar
Sharon Lannie
Sam Ditchburn
Sam Barrett
Wendy Bevan
Robert Webber
Karen Taylor
Melissa Matthews
They have all worked extremely hard and have already put theory into practice by delivering or co-delivering various training activities.
The Award in Education and Training is designed to give people the knowledge and confidence to work as teachers/trainers in the further education and skills sector.
The qualification replaces the old PTLLS course with this new nationally accredited standard. |
| Starters and Leavers
Elle Kimberlee has now left the post of Virtual School administrator. We welcome Kaytie Blyther into the post. | | | | | |
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"If…you believe that great school leadership begins with knowing yourself and understanding your context, then it is essential for all school leaders to be aware of their personality predispositions" Andy Buck (https://andybuckblog.wordpress.com/) Andy Buck is a former geography teacher, head, director at NCSL and MAT MD. And is also a successful author, speaker, trainer and coach. With over 17,000 followers on twitter he is influential in his teaching of great leadership. During our Leadership Masterclass, Andy Buck will explore how strong self-awareness helps school leaders develop confidence and objectivity to make the biggest impact on pupil outcomes. The event is a valuable opportunity to take a step back and resolve to be a better leader. "Such thought provoking material with a fantastic blend of presentation, discussion, debate and practical tasks" Delegate feedback from the Leadership Masterclass with Andy Buck held in Exeter, May 2018. Leadership Masterclass with Andy Buck
Tuesday 9th October, 09:00 – 12:15, Sixways Stadium, Worcester View the masterclass programme, speaker information and booking details:
https://www.babcockprime.co.uk/training-conferences/conferences/leadership-masterclass-with-andy-buck-making-the-biggest-impact-on-pupil-outcomes |
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We need your help to promote the Worcestershire Parent and Carer Childcare Survey 2018.
Worcestershire County Council has a duty to ensure that there are enough high quality childcare places at the times and in the places that families need them. They want to hear the views of parents and carers with 2, 3 and 4 year old children in Worcestershire, to help plan and deliver sufficient childcare places.
Could you please share the survey through any correspondence, newsletters, website, and social media.
Survey closes: Friday 13th July 2018. |
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An updated draft version of 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' (KCSiE) has been published and is due to come into force from 3 September 2018.
By the 3rd September everyone who works with children needs to understand the new KCSiE statutory guidance.
Cost effective online training to ensure all staff understand the new KCSiE statutory guidance.
This training summarises the government's updated statutory guidance on safeguarding (Part 1) in 14 bite-size chunks (40 mins in total) with video and audio. It outlines what staff should know and do.
Price per person: £3 |
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Gill Deakin, Learning and Teaching Advisor, was part of a meeting with representatives from councils, agencies and schools to discuss ideas to tackle Wychavon social mobility problem.
Read the full story in the Worcester News |
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