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03 October 2023

Welcome to Gatekeeping

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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Do you want better behaviour and attitudes in your school?

Therapeutic Thinking provides a set of principles and practical tools that enhance everyone's behaviour and attitudes.
Action required: 
For information.
Author: 
Simon Lynch.

Updated school grant payments second quarter spreadsheet 2022-23

Log in to view the updated EFSA school summary allocations (version2).
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Schools accountancy team.

Primary outreach lead to support year 7 reading programmes needed

We are looking for primary schools with a track record of closing the gaps in KS2 reading to support us. Closing date Friday 6 October.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Respond by deadline date.
Author: 
Teach West London.

ESFA LA update- Autumn school census

ESFA LA update for schools, in preparation for the autumn school census 5 October 2023
Action required: 
For information.
Author: 
Viktorija Birmingham.

Meals data required for Mayor of London universal free school meals (UFSM)

We recommend all schools keep a record of mayor-funded UFSM meal take-up to ensure maximum funding for the UFSM programme 2023/24.
Action required: 
For information. Action as appropriate.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Tanuj Danee.

Education, health and care needs assessment, plans (EHCP) and review key dates

Here are key submission dates and deadlines throughout the academic year, indicating the deadlines set out in statutory guidance and SEND law.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Respond by deadline date.
Author: 
Fabiola Peacock.

Risk protection arrangements (RPA) scheme advice for school management teams

Reminder: If your school intends to leave the council’s insurance arrangement, please confirm by 1 November.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate.
Author: 
Ewan Taylor.

An introduction to coaching - Free to all ELP schools, starts 11 October

A four-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.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Ealing Learning Partnership (ELP).

ILM level 2and 3 awards in leadership and management for all school support staff

Come along to the briefing session at the EEC, 21 November between 1-2pm, for an informal chat and find out if the course is right for you.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Alison Bennett.

Dyslexia type difficulties outreach support 17 October

Two part training session for KS2/3 teachers to understand the challenges presented by dyslexia type learning difficulties and to learn how to support children through small group or quality first teaching approaches.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate. Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Respond by deadline date.
Author: 
Lady Margaret Outreach service.

Designated safeguarding lead (DSL) lightning briefings

Recording and notes from the DSL lightning briefing held online on 29 September via MS Teams. EGfL user account required to view information.
Action required: 
For information.
Author: 
Sinead Galbraith.

First aid at work 3 day training course 6 - 8 December

Gain a level 3 award in first aid at work.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

ALFIE’s free healthy lifestyle programme for children aged 5 to 13 years who are above a healthy weight

Share Alfie's timetable 2023/24 with parents/families - Sessions include healthy eating workshops and physical activities and for the whole family.
Action required: 
For information.
Circulate to parents via newsletter / book bag / notice board.
Author: 
Nicole McGregor.

Forthcoming Deadlines

Due: Mon, 16th October 2023
Action as appropriate.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Complete and submit by deadline date.
Due: Fri, 20th October 2023
Action as appropriate.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Due: Fri, 20th October 2023
Action as appropriate.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Submit notifications via Gateway by Friday 20 October.
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