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07 December 2021

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Dear colleague,

Welcome to the latest edition of Gatekeeping. The news items are summarised below. To view them select the item's title. Some items may require you to log in using your EGfL user account. For more information on user accounts, visit www.egfl.org.uk/useraccount

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Early years funding 2022-23 consultation document

Let us have your views by Friday, 17 December.
Action required: 
For information.
Please complete the online survey or response form by the closing date.
Author: 
Sandeep Sahota.

Schools COVID-19 risk assessment template updated

Reflects new government requirements due to the prevalence of the Omicron variant and the LA’s local response plan. Schools are reminded to review and update their own risk assessments in consultation with staff and union representatives.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate.
Author: 
Raj Chowdhury.

Updated staffing guidance December 2021

Self isolation requirement for close contacts of Omicron variant and new regulations around international travel.
Action required: 
For information. Action as appropriate.
Author: 
Mark Nelson.

School events leading up to Christmas

Advice on school events leading up to the Christmas holidays to keep your school community as safe as possible.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate. Circulate to parents via newsletter / book bag / notice board.
Author: 
Raj Chowdhury.

LA’s key COVID-19 messages for schools 3 December

Omicron variant and local response plan, testing during Christmas and in January, vaccinations and Covid case notifications.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Raj Chowdhury.

Equalities, diversity, and inclusion - are you confident?

Ealing governance training - do not forget to book! Wednesday 15 December 2021 4-5.30pm
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff and governing body.
Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Michelle Waters.

Ealing governor / trustee recruitment event - save the date

Annual governor recruitment event Thursday 10 March 2022 (online).
Action required: 
For information.
Author: 
Schools governance team.

Save the date: Annual health improvement conference on 9 February

Ealing's health improvement team will be holding their annual conference for schools on Wednesday 9 February 2022.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff. 
Author: 
Nicole McGregor.

School resource management webinars

Details of a new series of DfE funded school resource management webinars for schools during December 2021 and January 2022.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Kim Price.

ELP headteacher and leaders' conference 3 - 4 March 2022

Two day event with residential stay available. Register via Ealing CPD online.
Action required: 
Book on CPD online by deadline date.

Forthcoming Deadlines

Due: Thu, 9th December 2021
Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff..
Complete and submit by deadline date.
Due: Fri, 10th December 2021
Pass on to deputy and assistant heads, KS1 and KS2 teachers. Submit your online application via Survey Monkey by 10 December 2021.
Due: Wed, 15th December 2021
Action as appropriate. Respond by deadline date.
Due: Fri, 17th December 2021
Pass on to relevant members of staff. Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Due: Fri, 17th December 2021
For information. Respond by deadline date.
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