LinkedIn Newsletter – November 2024

Welcome to The National College November Newsletter!

This month, we highlight a range of recent events and initiatives, together with resources we offer to help schools keep safe, informed and compliant.

As ever, our training and resources focus on the latest sector developments and offer practical tips to improve outcomes across your setting.

Don’t miss out—take advantage of these opportunities today!

Anti-Bullying Week – 14th November

In mid-November, we supported Anti-Bullying Week, an annual event that shines a spotlight on preventing and addressing bullying in schools. This year’s theme,?Choose Respect, encouraged students, teachers, and parents to foster a culture of kindness and mutual understanding.

To help schools take action, we provided a range of resources, including a free guide from the Anti-Bullying Alliance (available as a podcast), webinars on restorative strategies led by mental health advisor Becky Dawson, and cyberbullying training with Dr Claire Sutherland. We also shared a detailed guide?to support schools to create safer environments for all students.

Learn more about these resources here.

Apply for a ￡1,200 Grant to Train Your Senior Mental Health Lead

Eligible schools and colleges in England can apply for a grant of up to ￡1,200 for senior mental health lead training, supporting a whole-school approach to mental wellbeing. Applications for the grant close on 31 December 2024, so act quickly!

We offer two key courses:?Certificate in the Role of the Senior Mental Health Lead?and?Intermediate Certificate in the Role of the Senior Mental Health Lead.

Our courses are designed to equip senior mental health leads with the knowledge, practical skills, and tools needed to plan and implement positive, lasting change across the school.

Book a meeting with us to find out how The National College can support your training needs and help you make the most of this funding.

Connecting with Educators Across the UK?

In November 2024, we proudly showcased our professional development platform at major education events across the UK. At MATPN Midlands in Nottingham, Joe Stoney, Olivia Finch, and Nikki Payne demonstrated how our platform empowers schools to meet their development goals.

At the Schools & Academies Show at the NEC Birmingham, educators visited our stands to explore our CPD and compliance solutions. On 14th November, we joined the Nursery World Exchange 2024 in Southampton, sharing insights and connecting with early years professionals.

These events were a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and highlight how our platform supports educators to achieve excellence.

We’re thrilled to announce we will be attending BETT 2025 at stand SK22. We can’t wait to connect with you there!

Exciting News: Nominated for Two Bett Awards 2025!

We’re also delighted to announce that we’ve been nominated for two prestigious awards at the Bett Awards 2025:?Company of the Year?and?Leadership and Management Solutions. These nominations are a testament to our dedication to providing innovative and effective professional development and compliance solutions.

We’re incredibly proud of this recognition and it motivates us to continue supporting the education community in new and impactful ways. We look forward to celebrating with our peers at Bett 2025 and are excited for what’s to come in the year ahead!

Festive Fun and Mental Health First Aid Training in November

In November, The National College office was buzzing with activity! On the 26th, our team got into the festive spirit with a fun Christmas tree decorating event, bringing some holiday cheer to the office.

We also prioritised wellbeing by hosting a valuable mental health first aid training session, led by Samantha Kendall, Founder and Trainer at Kendall Training. This provided essential skills to support mental health in the workplace, reinforcing our commitment to fostering a supportive and caring environment for our team.

Want unlimited access to CPD for all staff?

A membership with The National College offers an effective means of meeting all your statutory training needs, upskilling staff and raising standards in your setting.

Book a free demo today and explore how we can transform your CPD provision.