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01 October 2024

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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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Ealing diversity in leadership programme 2024-25 - deadline for applications Monday 14 October

Applications open for middle and senior leaders from Black, Asian and minoritised ethnicity backgrounds interested in becoming a senior leader and ready to apply for promotion.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Complete and submit by deadline date.
Author: 
Therese McNulty.

National professional qualifications (NPQs) applications now open

Information on NPQs and changes to funding. Register for any NPQ programmes you are interested in, includes new NPQ SENCO programme.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Teach West London.

Free breakfast clubs starting April 2025!

The Chancellor announced 750 primary schools will pilot free breakfast clubs from April 2025. Schools that wish to find out more about becoming an early adopter can sign up using the early adopter breakfast clubs expression of interest form
Action required: 
For information. 
Author: 
Nicole McGregor.

October school census - Pupil numbers form for schools

A form for schools to fill in if they anticipate they will not be able to submit their Census by 11 October.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate.
Author: 
Schools data team.

Autumn school census 2024- Readiness bulletin number 2

Information from the DfE on the autumn 2024 school census statutory return- second bulletin.
Action required: 
For information. Action as appropriate.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Schools data team.

School budget monitoring return template 2024-25

Please complete the budget monitoring return for quarter 2 and email to schools accountancy services by 25 October 2024. Guidance is available on the spreadsheet, under tab 1.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Respond by deadline date.
Author: 
Schools accountancy team.

School funding consultation 2025-26

We are consulting with maintained schools and academies about any proposed changes to the local schools funding formula including the method, principles and rules adopted. Join the online consultation meetings on 16 or 17 October.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate.
Pass on to governing body.
Author: 
Kim Price.

Accident reporting/investigating reminder for schools

Schools must ensure that any reportable incidents are submitted online within 24 hours and investigations completed within a week.
Action required: 
For information. Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Raj Chowdhury.

Domestic abuse counselling service for 11-18 year olds

Awaaz Young People Service (EACH Counselling) offers counselling support. Young people can be referred by an agency, school, social services etc or they can self-refer themselves as well for up-to 16 free counselling sessions.
Action required: 
For information. Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Liz Ainsworth.

An introduction to coaching - Starts 9 October

A 4-part programme aimed at new and experienced professional practitioners who wish to develop professional skills and practical knowledge to effectively coach staff members within your school. Sign up via CPD online.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Alison Bennett.

Consultation on proposed closure of specialist provision

For pupils with hearing impairment (HI) at Gifford Primary School and Dormers Wells High School. All headteachers are invited to share their views online or in writing by Friday 25 October
Action required: 
Action as appropriate. Respond by deadline date.
Author: 
Laurence Field.

Review of primary science curriculum knowledge

We ask all primary science leads to complete a short survey on science curriculum knowledge. Help prepare pupils for success at KS3. Collaboration between ELP and Teach West London
Action required: 
For information. Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Sharon Moody.

ELP information session on ILM leadership courses

Come along to the EEC on Tuesday 8 October 12.30-1.30pm. Meet the ILM trainers and view presentations about opportunities for ILM accredited qualifications in leadership and management. Book via CPD online.
Action required: 
For information. Pass on to relevant members of staff. Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Alison Bennett.

Assistant and deputy headteacher network October 2024

For ELP early years maintained nurseries, primary and special schools. Focus on managing people and leadership changes. 16 Oct, 1-3.30pm at the EEC
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff. Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Site manager training and networks

View the latest site manager and caretakers CPD training and networks. Contractor management and caretaker networks in autumn at the EEC.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff. Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Asbestos awareness training

Brief introduction to asbestos and it's uses in buildings,guidance on council asbestos policies, processes and procedure. This is for school staff and recommended that one senior manager should attend. 2 hour training at the EEC, 12 November 11.30am
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff. Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Fire warden training autumn

An immersive course designed clarify the pivotal role of a fire warden in enhancing workplace safety against fire hazards.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff. Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Youth mental health first aid 2 day course

A comprehensive understanding of young people's mental health and the factors that influence their wellbeing. Practical skills to identify the triggers and signs of mental health issues. 24-25 October at 9am-4.30pm at the EEC
Action required: Pass on to relevant members of staff. Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Inspire Engineering at the London Transport Museum

An exciting free opportunity for KS3 pupils from West London schools to take part in activities and see behind the scenes at a working transport depot.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Nicky Batkin.

Forthcoming deadlines

Primary schools SEND and inclusion partnership visits
Due: Friday 4 October 2024
Review of primary science curriculum knowledge
Due: Friday 4 October 2024
For information. Action as appropriate.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Cyber security - Is your school compliant? 8 October 6.30- 7.30pm
Due: Friday 4 October 2024
Pass on to governing body. Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Ealing schools forum vacancies
Due: Friday 4 October 2024
Action as appropriate. Email nominations by 5pm on Friday 4 October 2024.
October school census - Pupil numbers form for schools
Due: Friday 11 October 2024
Action as appropriate.
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