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Breaking Barriers: Hellens Sensory Motor Suite Transforms Learning for Newcastle Pupils
Pupils with additional needs at a school in Newcastle are experiencing an elevated level of care and development, courtesy of a £100,000 investment in a cutting-edge sensory motor suite. The Hellens Sensory Motor Suite – named after its biggest supporter, civil engineering firm Hellens Group, which raised £65,000 to help...
Discover Teaching: Free Event in Newcastle - Get Into Teaching North East
An upcoming Get Into Teaching gathering is set to take place in the North East, aiming to inspire individuals to consider a path in education and delve deeper into the experience of being a teacher. This event welcomes everyone, including those contemplating a career transition, regardless of their stage...
Northumberland Line's First Conductor Recruits Begin Training with Northern
The initial three recruits selected to join the upcoming Northumberland Line project have commenced their training under Northern. Meanwhile, the deadline for applications to fill an additional dozen positions is drawing near. David Nattress, Kevin Watson & Cameron Young are the first of 15 conductors being recruited for the route...
Get Into Teaching: Unveiling the North East's Educational Inspiration Event
A complimentary Get Into Teaching event is scheduled for the North East, aimed at inspiring individuals to consider a profession in education and gain deeper insights into the life of a teacher. This event welcomes participants of all backgrounds, including those exploring a career transition later in life. The event,...
Kids Kabin's Eco-Initiative: Transforming Communities with Newcastle Building Society's Support
With the support of Newcastle Building Society, a children's charity from the North East is embarking on a journey to bring innovative environmental education workshops to various locations. Kids Kabin runs a range of different workshops for young people in disadvantaged neighbourhoods in Newcastle and Middlesbrough, both from local community...
Collaborative Efforts: North East Fire Service and Universities Promote Student Fire Safety
A North East Fire and Rescue service has collaborated with local universities in the region to raise awareness among students about the hazards associated with fires in student housing. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) have teamed up with Newcastle, Northumbria and Sunderland Universities to reduce call outs...
Mapping Student Commutes: Northern's Top Network Routes Revealed
Northern has released details of the most popular routes on its network for student commuters. Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire & West Yorkshire are riding high with large numbers of stations being used by students for their commute to school (highlighted in green on the map). At the same time,...
Youthful Heroes: Fire Cadets Raise £1,000 to Support Children's Charity
Teenagers with a heart for charity, who managed to raise £1,000 in support of their community, have been honoured and recognized for their selfless contribution. Last year, a cadet group from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) decided they wanted to do more for charities in the region. The...
Sumo Newcastle Ignites Inspiration for Aspiring Game Devs at Abertay University
Aspiring game devs at a Dundee-based university have gained vital industry knowledge from members of a AAA game development studio in the North East to help inspire their latest competition projects. Sumo Newcastle, a Sumo Digital studio, visited Abertay University recently to support students taking part in the Dare Academy,...
Switching from Road to Rail: Northern's Under 16 Education Season Ticket Scheme
School is now on break, and the 'school run' might be on pause too, thanks to Northern's initiative. The train operator has ambitious plans to persuade students to switch from road to rail starting this September. They aim to entice students with a fantastic 75% discount on train tickets...

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