19th February 2024

Dear Colleagues,

We hope you had a restful half term. Please find our weekly briefing below to cascade to your colleagues who can respond on behalf of your team, school or setting. Thank you.

Reminders:
School Governors can sign up to attend the online Support & Challenge Session on 28^th February at 6 - 7 pm HERE	By 21^st February
Schools should complete the UFSM Survey	By 23^rd February
Headteachers or Deputies should attend the Head Teachers' Termly meeting. Agenda and MS Teams link to join will be shared shortly	On 12^th March
All School Governors are invited to attend SEND Training on 21^st March at 6 -7 pm online. Please register to attend HERE	By 13^th March
All School Governors are invited to the Governors Networking Event on 18th June 2024 at 6 - 7.30pm at the Civic Centre. Please click here to register	By 31^st May
Schools can sign up here to attend the Hillingdon Virtual School Conference on 3^rd July	By 14^th June
Hillingdon LEAP can be accessed for information and guidance for all settings	Ongoing
The SEND & Inclusion Training Brochure can be viewed here	Ongoing
The HLP Brochure can be viewed at Hillingdon Learning Partnership	Ongoing

Updates/Information:
Hillingdon Reading Champions Programme The Hillingdon Reading Champions Programme was recently launched with 14 of our primary schools taking part. The programme, designed by Global Education Services in conjunction with Herts for Learning, will see the participants undertake a rigorous two term training programme, based around a blended learning model which includes visits to a range of exemplar schools in Greater London. A selection of modules from the programme include: Reading Leadership within and across school settings The pedagogy of outstanding phonics teaching and learning Developing a self-sustaining reading culture Performance coaching and leadership skills Monitoring, evaluating and adapting provision With a focus firmly based on the creation of outstanding pedagogy and highly effective reading leadership, participants will, on successful completion of the course be in a position to lead a 'Reading Hub' in their setting and act as the Reading Champion providing advice and training for colleagues in schools that form part of their 'Hub'. The course will be accredited by Brunel University. There are two remaining spaces on the programme so if you have colleagues in your setting that would like to join the programme, please email education@hillingdon.gov.uk requesting a place. The programme is fully funded.
Ambition Group 4 This is one of the Ambition Groups within SEND governance to ensure SEND and AP Strategy 2023 - 2028 delivery. 1.1 Develop further opportunities for children and young people with SEND to take part in clubs & activities. 1.2 Develop Preparation for Adulthood outcomes. 1.3 Further develop options for Post 16 through supported internships, provision, work and employment 1.4 Regularly gather feedback from SEND children and young people to understand what is working well and what requires improvement. 1.5 Improve support for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. 1.6 To develop a shared vision and expectation of responsibility, through the development of a Co-production Charter, across all service providers who support children and young people with SEND. Ambition Group 4 needs Headteacher school representatives to enable to support change. Ideally a rep from Primary, Secondary and Post 16, and a Special School. Meetings are bi-monthly. If this is something you feel you could further support to improve, in Hillingdon for Children with SEND, please let us know. If you require further information or have any questions please do get in touch with Caroline Ryder, SEND Education Advisor at cryder@hillingdon.gov.uk.
Brentford Community Sports Trust We have partnered with Brentford Football Club to provide support within any designation of school within Hillingdon - especially around the NCS funded in-school programmes. NCS@Brentford 2024 Offer (PDF) [1MB] If your school is interested in finding out more, please contact ctabannor@brentfordfccst.com
KISS Drop-in Service at the Uxbridge Family Hub KISS is a confidential Sexual Health and Well-Being service that provides advice and information to young people aged 13-19 who go to school or live in London Borough of Hillingdon. They have relaunched the KISS drop-in at the Uxbridge Family Hub on Thursday afternoons from 3:15 - 6 pm, where young people can come in to see a KISS advisor without the need for an appointment. KISS Drop-in Information 2024 (PDF) [2MB]
HLP - All Secondary DT Teachers D&T Conference on 12^th July 2024 at the University of East Anglia You will have the chance to meet other D&T teachers, staff and members of industry from across the country to explore ideas and build your network. You will gain practical advice, rooted in classroom practice, and a chance to ponder some of the key issues currently facing D&T. Speakers will represent experienced teachers, leaders of education and industry experts and some of the education research community. You can tailor the programme of sessions to meet your requirements by choosing which workshops and sessions you wish to attend. During break and lunch times there is an opportunity to visit the Mini Industry Village. 30+ companies have signed up! BOOK HERE Designed and priced for the whole department and school budget in mind: £100 per department - up to 5 people. First teacher needs to register on STEM and book through the link below, additional teachers must also register on STEM then contact smaschas@tgschool.net to be booked on with a special discount code. Registering is quick and free. if you have any problems registering, please email STEM support. Register here
Day of Reflection 2024 On 3rd March 2024 Marie Curie is holding the fourth Day of Reflection, a special moment to remember everyone who died during the pandemic. There are many ways for schools and education settings to get involved: Take time to reflect - use the Day of Reflection Schools pack for ideas and resources to help mark the day Plan or join an activity or event and add it to the interactive map To find out more visit the Day of Reflection site or contact Marie Curie at dayofreflection@mariecurie.org.uk.

Updates/Information:

Hillingdon Reading Champions Programme

The Hillingdon Reading Champions Programme was recently launched with 14 of our primary schools taking part. The programme, designed by Global Education Services in conjunction with Herts for Learning, will see the participants undertake a rigorous two term training programme, based around a blended learning model which includes visits to a range of exemplar schools in Greater London.

A selection of modules from the programme include:

Reading Leadership within and across school settings
The pedagogy of outstanding phonics teaching and learning
Developing a self-sustaining reading culture
Performance coaching and leadership skills
Monitoring, evaluating and adapting provision

With a focus firmly based on the creation of outstanding pedagogy and highly effective reading leadership, participants will, on successful completion of the course be in a position to lead a 'Reading Hub' in their setting and act as the Reading Champion providing advice and training for colleagues in schools that form part of their 'Hub'. The course will be accredited by Brunel University.

There are two remaining spaces on the programme so if you have colleagues in your setting that would like to join the programme, please email education@hillingdon.gov.uk requesting a place. The programme is fully funded.

Ambition Group 4

This is one of the Ambition Groups within SEND governance to ensure SEND and AP Strategy 2023 - 2028 delivery.

1.1 Develop further opportunities for children and young people with SEND to take part in clubs & activities.
1.2 Develop Preparation for Adulthood outcomes.
1.3 Further develop options for Post 16 through supported internships, provision, work and employment
1.4 Regularly gather feedback from SEND children and young people to understand what is working well and what requires improvement.
1.5 Improve support for children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
1.6 To develop a shared vision and expectation of responsibility, through the development of a Co-production Charter, across all service providers who support children and young people with SEND.

Ambition Group 4 needs Headteacher school representatives to enable to support change. Ideally a rep from Primary, Secondary and Post 16, and a Special School. Meetings are bi-monthly.

If this is something you feel you could further support to improve, in Hillingdon for Children with SEND, please let us know. If you require further information or have any questions please do get in touch with Caroline Ryder, SEND Education Advisor at cryder@hillingdon.gov.uk.

Brentford Community Sports Trust

We have partnered with Brentford Football Club to provide support within any designation of school within Hillingdon - especially around the NCS funded in-school programmes.

NCS@Brentford 2024 Offer (PDF) [1MB]

If your school is interested in finding out more, please contact ctabannor@brentfordfccst.com

KISS Drop-in Service at the Uxbridge Family Hub

KISS is a confidential Sexual Health and Well-Being service that provides advice and information to young people aged 13-19 who go to school or live in London Borough of Hillingdon. They have relaunched the KISS drop-in at the Uxbridge Family Hub on Thursday afternoons from 3:15 - 6 pm, where young people can come in to see a KISS advisor without the need for an appointment.

KISS Drop-in Information 2024 (PDF) [2MB]

HLP - All Secondary DT Teachers

D&T Conference on 12^th July 2024 at the University of East Anglia

You will have the chance to meet other D&T teachers, staff and members of industry from across the country to explore ideas and build your network. You will gain practical advice, rooted in classroom practice, and a chance to ponder some of the key issues currently facing D&T. Speakers will represent experienced teachers, leaders of education and industry experts and some of the education research community.

You can tailor the programme of sessions to meet your requirements by choosing which workshops and sessions you wish to attend. During break and lunch times there is an opportunity to visit the Mini Industry Village. 30+ companies have signed up!

BOOK HERE

Designed and priced for the whole department and school budget in mind: £100 per department - up to 5 people. First teacher needs to register on STEM and book through the link below, additional teachers must also register on STEM then contact smaschas@tgschool.net to be booked on with a special discount code. Registering is quick and free. if you have any problems registering, please email STEM support. Register here

Day of Reflection 2024

On 3rd March 2024 Marie Curie is holding the fourth Day of Reflection, a special moment to remember everyone who died during the pandemic.

There are many ways for schools and education settings to get involved:

Take time to reflect - use the Day of Reflection Schools pack for ideas and resources to help mark the day
Plan or join an activity or event and add it to the interactive map

To find out more visit the Day of Reflection site or contact Marie Curie at dayofreflection@mariecurie.org.uk.

For Action:
*All settings please share this information with parents / carers:* Childminders Needed Since the pandemic the number of trained childminders has significantly dropped across the borough. Add to this the need for more wrap around care and the changes in childcare funding we are now facing a 'crunch' point. At Learn Hillingdon we offer Childminding Training including support from the Childminding team within the Local Authority. Introduction to Childminding is an 8-week course to help prospective childminders understand about the course, which includes: · Safeguarding and welfare, including the new EYFS Framework and ELG's · Observation and assessment and planning for development opportunities · Planning for their business · Planning for registration and initial Ofsted visit The course starts Tuesday 23rd April (online) 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm. Becoming a childminder offers: · Flexible working hours that suit you and your family · Working from your own home · Making a positive impact for children, parents and the wider community For more information, including how to attend one of the childminding briefings, please email tdonnelly@hillingdon.gov.uk

For Action:

All settings please share this information with parents / carers:

Childminders Needed

Since the pandemic the number of trained childminders has significantly dropped across the borough. Add to this the need for more wrap around care and the changes in childcare funding we are now facing a 'crunch' point. At Learn Hillingdon we offer Childminding Training including support from the Childminding team within the Local Authority.

Introduction to Childminding is an 8-week course to help prospective childminders understand about the course, which includes:

· Safeguarding and welfare, including the new EYFS Framework and ELG's

· Observation and assessment and planning for development opportunities

· Planning for their business

· Planning for registration and initial Ofsted visit

The course starts Tuesday 23rd April (online) 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm.

Becoming a childminder offers:

· Flexible working hours that suit you and your family

· Working from your own home

· Making a positive impact for children, parents and the wider community

For more information, including how to attend one of the childminding briefings, please email tdonnelly@hillingdon.gov.uk

Regards,

Abi Preston

Director of Education & SEND

Children's Services, London Borough of Hillingdon, 4E/07, Civic Centre, Uxbridge UB8 1UW