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01 April 2025

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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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iTrent: Important changes to the way you log in from 1 April 2025

Memorable password becomes mandatory for iTrent users. You will be prompted to set up a memorable password before you can continue. This will then be required on all future logins.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Lara Balogun, head of payroll and HR systems.

Descendants 20th annual achievement awards 2025: Nominations open!

Nominate your students of African and Caribbean descent for an award via the online form by Friday 23 May. The awards ceremony takes place on 12 July with our special guest speaker Tim Campbell, MBE and winner of the 1st BBC Apprentice series.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Respond by deadline date.
Author: 
Polly Bradley.

Review your 2025/26 school order form purchases

Headteachers and their nominated buyers can log in to EGfL and review their purchase options. Once logged in, select the order history tab to view purchases. If you need to make a change, email servicesforschools@ealing.gov.uk.
Action required: 
Action as appropriate.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Respond by deadline date.
Author: 
Services for schools.

Early years and childcare statutory guidance 2025

Updated DfE guidance for early years settings that provide funded places for children effective from 1 April 2025.
Action required: 
For information.
Author: 
Leah Forgacz-Cooper.

Annual EYFS transition conference 2025: Wednesday 21 May at Grasshoppers Rugby Club

Theme 'Learning differences and disabilities (SEND) in the early years'. We invite you to register now to secure your place - each setting is allocated 2 places. Bookings on first-come, first-served basis. Reserve your place via CPD online by 2 May.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Begoña Toral Moratinos.

Calling all young transport superfans!

TfL are celebrating their 25 year anniversary and your pupils could be part of it!  Entrants are invited to tell TfL why they are a superfan of a particular London transport mode and win some great prizes. Competition closes 23 April 2025.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Nicky Batkin.

NEU training event Tuesday 29 April 2025

A one day training event for NEU school based representatives. Details on how to claim any necessary supply cover costs.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Jacqueline Bourchier.

DfE Support staff reference group

The DfE is looking for support staff, including school business professionals, to join its new national support staff reference group. A unique opportunity to work closely with like-minded support staff and the DfE to support policy development.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
DfE.

Schools health and safety training for the summer term 2025

View and book training via Ealing CPD online. Choose from manual handling static loads, working at height, contractor management, emergency first aid at work, fire warden training and many more safety courses.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Upcoming CPD training and events for school business managers

Includes network meeting on 30 April and 17 June, and health and safety 13 May 2025. Book via Ealing CPD Online.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Assessment and moderation events summer term 2025

Book now for upcoming events. View the full range of assessment and moderation events on Ealing CPD online.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Summer term SENCO induction programme: Spaces available Tuesday 20 May 1.30-3.30pm at the EEC

Are you, or do you have at your school  an interim, deputy, new to Ealing or new to role Senco this term, or starting the role in September? Join us for peer led problem solving, information giving and support. Suitable for primary and high SENCOs.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Readiness for learning six sessions 22 April - 20 May at Castlebar

Six week programme for teachers and TAs to support readiness for learning using specific tools e.g. visuals/motivators effectively. Starts Tuesday 22 April at Castlebar school. Book your place now via CPD online.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Being an effective teaching assistant for SEND in EYFS starting 24 April 2025

A four-part course focusing on developing an inclusive mindset and knowledge about effective SEND practices in EYFS. Attendance at all four sessions is compulsory. Book via CPD online.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

DSL new to role training: 29 April 9.30am-3.30pm at the EEC

Designed specifically for new designated safeguarding leads, this course aims to build confidence and competence in safeguarding. Book via CPD online.
Action required: 
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Book on CPD online by deadline date.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Post 16 leadership network 30 April 4 -5pm

Network designed for secondary school leads involved in post-16 education who are interested in leadership roles. Join us to improve the quality of post-16 education. Meeting via MS Teams. Book your place via CPD online.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Ealing Education Centre.

Health and safety session for headteachers and SBMs 13 May 2025 10am -12.30pm at the EEC

Session includes: Why manage health and safety, law overview and sensible health and safety. Book via CPD online. Suitable for new heads, deputy/assistant heads, bursars, school leadership team.
Author: 
Alison Bennett.

Early years business support sessions: 10 June and 7 July 2025

To provide support and guidance to schools, childminders and PVIs in preparation for the 30-hour offer commencing in September 2025. Book your place via CPD online.
Action required: 
For information.
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Author: 
Bianca De Zoysa.

Forthcoming Deadlines

Supporting neurodiversity in the classroom 30 April 2025 2-3pm
Due: Fri, 4th April 2025
Pass on to relevant members of staff.
Spring 2025 Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme - Referrals
Due: Fri, 4th April 2025
For information.
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