Category Archives: News

Happy Summer Holiday

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Wendy

As your term rapidly comes to an end and you see pupils move on to new classes, new schools and new teachers, maybe new HLTAs and TAs, take a minute to consider the journey you have all been on over … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to our 2019 EM HLTA of the Year – Carl Perry

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Wendy

The University of Northampton hosted the presentation event for the East Midlands region in Leicester on 20th June 2019. Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) from across the East Midlands region have been nominated by their schools. A panel of education … Continue reading →

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Looking Forward to our EM 2019 HLTA Celebration Event

Posted on June 19, 2019 by Wendy

We are looking forward to our 2019 HLTA celebration event and meeting lots of new HLTAs who have gained their status with us this year. Which of our nominated HLTAs  will be awarded the East Midlands 2019 HLTA of the … Continue reading →

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Take a look at the results of the HNAP survey of HLTA views

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Wendy

Many thanks to all the East Midlands HLTAs who contributed to the national survey conducted by the HLTA National Assessment Partnership (HNAP) in December 2018. The survey gathered 944 HLTA responses from across the country, of which 236 came from … Continue reading →

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Nominations for East Midlands Outstanding HLTA of the Year award 2019 are now open

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Wendy

Is there an outstanding HLTA at your school? – now is the time to make sure they are nominated for the award. Don’t miss this great opportunity to bring the recognition to your school. We are holding our annual award … Continue reading →

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British Science Week 2019 is coming soon

Posted on February 19, 2019 by Wendy

British Science Week is actually a ’10 day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths’, running from 8th to 17th March. The theme this year is journeys – why not look at the activity packs for early years, primary and … Continue reading →

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Is your school celebrating World Book Day on 7th March – find lots of resources to help you

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Wendy

The 22nd World Book Day is on 7th March 2019; the aim is that children of all ages can come together in a celebration of authors, illustrators, books and (most importantly) a celebration of reading. World Book day is marked in … Continue reading →

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Spelling correction

Posted on January 17, 2019 by Wendy

Apologies for the spelling errors in the last post – I hope these are now correct.

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Draft Ofsted Inspection Framework – have your say!

Posted on January 16, 2019 by Wendy

Amanda Speliman, HM Chief Inspector of Education, presented Ofsted’s draft new school inspection framework today, 16th January 2019. There will be a consultation period for all stakeholders to add their views and comments. All the information detailed below can be found … Continue reading →

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Apply for free music coaching for 7-18 year olds from the BBC Orchestra and Choirs

Posted on January 9, 2019 by Wendy

Find out about the ‘Ten Pieces Coaching Scheme 2019-20’  The BBC Orchestras and Choirs and the Ulster Orchestra are offering free coaching from their professional musicians for 7-18 year olds across the UK. The coaching scheme offers a chance for … Continue reading →

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