We are excited to announce #CEOPSummerChallenge starting today, July 24th! Engage in online safety discussions with your children this summer #ClickCEOP #OnlineSafety  Follow @CEOPUK for daily updates & learn more  https://thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/ceopsummerchallenge

1 in 5 children cannot read well by the age of 11. The Summer Reading Challenge, with the support of public libraries, is on a mission to change this - and we need your help. Encourage the young people in your life to take up the Challenge and enjoy a summer of reading and activities  summerreadingchallenge.org.uk Taking part online? Need a hand creating an adult & child account? Watch our handy video www.readingagency.org.uk/resources/6822/

Places Where Kids Eat Free (or for £1) During the Summer break 2023 from Money Saving Central. Please check their website for the most up-to-date information

It's #LearningDisabilityWeek This year we are busting all of the myths about living with a learning disability. Why not visit this website https://bit.ly/36AEnTdto find out how you can help spread awareness and get involved?

Find out more about this free youth programme for ages 5 to 18 years old that can help children become ‘heroes’ in their community. Visit: https://www.kentprepared.org.uk/youth-resources  

Inspectors praise Eastchurch Primary on the Isle of Sheppey Church of England education inspectors have given Eastchurch Church of England Primary School on the Isle of Sheppey a glowing report. Anglican and Methodist schools are inspected by both the Church of England and Ofsted. A Church of England inspection is called a Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools Report. Inspectors, who visited the school on 25 May, said staff, pupils and families “have the confidence to flourish educationally, socially and emotionally” and that the school is a “place where everyone values themselves and others”. “There is a determination in pupils to persevere and to aim for careers which are ambitious and help others,” they wrote in their report. “They know that their school value of courage helps them not to give up when learning is challenging.” The inspectors particularly praised the school’s “inspirational headteacher” and staff. “All leaders and staff serve and nurture their school community, including its wider families … Staff go well beyond what is expected of them.” The pastoral care and support given to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities were also singled out by inspectors. “Practical and emotional support are offered unconditionally to ensure that pupils love to come to school and are ready to learn,” they said. “Those who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) thrive and are well prepared for secondary school, as are all pupils.” Overall, inspectors described the school, which has 180 pupils and is part of Aquila, the Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust, as ‘good’. Naomi Ivory, the school’s Headteacher, said: “I am privileged to be able to come to school every day and spend time with the most incredible children and staff. We truly are a nurturing and inclusive community where everyone feels loved and valued.”  

National School Sport Week was created by the children's charity, the Youth Sport Trust. It began in 2008, and has run every year since. In 2020, the event became National School Sport Week at Home - encouraging children and their families to take part and be active while under lockdown restrictions. The week-long celebration will champion the return of youth sport and its power to bring people back together. This is done through sports days being held up and down the UK. In 2021, the theme was 'Together Again', and in 2023, the theme will be 'Belonging – a place in sport for every child'. The Youth Sport Trust are urging schools and families to get involved by holding sporting events throughout the week that showcase how inclusive sport can be. https://www.youthsporttrust.org

One week to go until national #ThankATeacherDay! Next Wednesday, the UK will be celebrating all those working in early years, schools and colleges across the country. Send your thanks to a staff member at the @ThankaTeacherUK website: https://thankateacher.co.uk/    

This #DiabetesWeek, let's remember that diabetes doesn't define us. Young or old, we're all so much more than our numbers.  Let's educate ourselves and support each other this week and every week! https://www.diabetes.org.uk/diabetes-week