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The 1^st version of the school calendar is no longer on the google search engine. However, I would like to suggest that when looking for up to date information on anything PHS related the school website is the best option.

There are no events planned for the first week back. Many of you have received information on literacy events and I will update on these on return to school.

You can find links to the calendars below.

The link to the Online safety information can be found on the school website under the heading 鈥淧arent and carers area鈥�, then 鈥渙nline safety鈥� from the dropdown menu.

It is below.

You can also find the link to the online safety blogs below.

Please ensure that you activate these on receipt as they are intended to support with a meal for your child in the holiday period issued. Vouchers not activated by 26^th June will be cancelled by North Tyneside Council and will not be reissued.

1. Parent/s/Carers are claiming Universal Credit or other benefits like Child Tax Credit.
2. Parent/s/Carer/s are not eligible for benefits as their income exceeds the threshold.

So, some things apply to both:

If applying for the element of Universal Credit which replaced a legacy benefit called ESA (Employment Support Allowance) which is called LCWRA (Limited Capacity for Work Related Activity), this MUST be done before the young person starts a new course once they reach the age of 16 years. I will refer to this as UC/LCWRA.

I actively encourage parents/carers to apply for this once the young person is 16, but the differences are:

1. If claiming benefits, these can continue until the young person is 20; on their 20^th birthday these will cease regardless of what they are doing. The UC/LCWRA benefit is less than Child Tax Credit/Child Benefit and if the young person claims it, you will lose those benefits. In this instance what you do is:

Apply to the DWP for a Credit only assessment of Limited Capacity for Work. Tell them this is to protect their National Insurance entitlement.

2. If not claiming benefits, apply on the young person鈥檚 behalf for Universal Credit. This is time consuming and the DWP may well refuse initially. Be persistent. Other families have succeeded.

You may be able to get support from Welfare Rights (although not all Local Authorities Welfare Rights work directly with families), Citizen鈥檚 Advice or visit Contact-for families of disabled children website

If your child turns 16 as they join Post 16, apply as soon as they are 16. If your child is in Post 16, is coming to the end of their time at school and moving to college it is of the utmost importance that this application is made before they move on. Failure to do so means that once they reach 20, you will lose benefits and as they have already started the course, they will not be eligible for UC/LCWRA. This is the rule that changed in December 2021.

The statement below is directly from the government website:

Can you claim Universal Credit when in education?

You can claim Universal Credit if you’re in full-time education and have been assessed as having limited capability for work by a Work Capability Assessment before starting your course. You must also be entitled to any of the following: Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Disability Living Allowance (DLA)

I am often asked to support with these applications, but this isn鈥檛 something I can do on your behalf. What I do is keep abreast of changes and keep you informed. I hope it is helpful and those parents who have been persistent and challenged the DWP have, to the best of my knowledge been successful.

A final point: If your child/young person does receive PIP and UC/LCWRA this means they are eligible for the 16-19 Vulnerable Student Bursary.

Gateshead鈥檚 first 鈥淟iving Local Offer鈥�:

Gateshead Council are holding a 鈥淪END Futures Event鈥� at The Fed, Lancaster Road, Dunston, NE11 9JR on Wednesday 19^th June from 9.30am till 1pm.

This will be an in-person marketplace event where professionals, parents, carers and young people can be informed about what is available in Gateshead for young people with SEND and their families 鈥� a living local offer.

This is free to attend.

They invite organisations to attend, set up a stall to spread awareness of your services and connect with young people, parents and carers who can benefit from having your information. They expect an attendance of 1000+ people.

Set up for stalls is from 08.30 with opening to the public from 9.30.

A light lunch and networking opportunity will follow for professionals.

It is regularly updated, and I am delighted to see new ones advertised on a regular basis. If you are visiting an attraction/park etc where there isn鈥檛 one onsite have a look at this using the postcode to see where the nearest one is located. Often there are some in large supermarkets, shopping centres, leisure centres to name but a few.

Northumberland PDS Time to Talk

TIME TO TALK is our our face-to-face monthly post diagnostic support group at The Toby Henderson Trust in Bedlington.听 This group is for Northumberland parents/carers only of children and young people of ALL ages.听听The group is free to attend and is for parents & carers who live in Northumberland and their child has a diagnosis of Autism. It is a chance to come along and meet and chat with other families as well as our experienced family support team.听 For more info click

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We have a number of FREE webinars available to book covering a wide range of topics 鈥� Toileting, Food, Managing Meltdowns, Social Stories, Autism and Mental Health, Sensory Issues, Siblings etc.听听 We add new webinar dates on a regular basis.听

Tickets are offered free of charge and are funded by local businesses. As such, you are asked to share your experience as a means of thanking those who cover the costs.

I am aware that the change from weekend to weekday will disappoint many; this is outside our control.

Feedback in previous years has been positive.

As we have received just 35 tickets for each performance you will appreciate why we restrict the number we can provide. To ensure that every child at school can attend at some point, so those who have not had tickets before will be prioritised. However, don鈥檛 let this put you off applying. Being a weekday in the school term may be a challenge too far for many of you.

Come and join us all at Toby House in Bedlington on Friday 9^th August 鈥� 12 鈥� 3pm.听 Fun for all the family.听 We will have Inflatables, Gigantic bubble show, face painting, sensory room, Toby鈥檚 Magical Garden, pocket money stall, raffle, tombola, baby & toddler soft play, hot food, ice cream van, refreshments, sweet treats and much more.听 Look out for updates on our website and social media.

The Autism Hub will be hosting a Summer drop-in Garden party on Tuesday 18^th June 10am 鈥� 2pm, giving everyone the opportunity to come along to meet the team, learn more about what we do, whilst enjoying some refreshments in our 鈥楾ranquility Garden鈥�.听 We also hope it will be an opportunity to help build on the communities understanding of Autism and inclusivity for all autistic individuals and their families. Whether you have a local business, work/live in the area, are a South Tyneside professional or parent/carer we would love for you to come along.

Located in Pegswood, Morpeth this has had a great review on the 鈥淣orth East Family Fun鈥� Facebook group and has some accessible play equipment. See the link below for the review.

Our brand new SEN sessions provide an excellent opportunity for your child to explore everything that CNGA has to offer.

Where: City of Newcastle Gymnastics Academy, Benfield Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 4NU

When: Thursday 30th May 2024

Time: 9am-10am

Designed for children with SEN and/or additional needs, the sessions feature a variety of gymnastic setups.

With limited capacity and exclusive use of the space, parents/carers must supervise their gymnasts. Siblings are welcome, but please ensure to reserve a spot for each child.

Our coaches will be present to assist with gymnastics skills and encourage participation in new activities.

Pre-booking is required, and payment made online.

Some of your children didn鈥檛 want their photos taken and we respect their right to say no too. We have succeeded on a second or third attempt to get them taken but there are a few outstanding. We will get to these after half term.

If the photos have been edited, you should have received the proofs by now with the instructions on payment. I think you will agree that we have kept costs to a minimum at 拢5 for digital images which can be printed at various places inexpensively.

We are aware of the increased cost of living and impact on families. I can say without hesitation that the photos taken with the support of staff who know your child gave the best results and the large number of emails I received back this statement.

I send the photos out as soon as I have payment details confirmed. I know the KS4/Post 16 appropriate accreditation pathway ones went out yesterday and I emailed those who were not in school. If you paid last night on the QR code I hope to have this information today and will send them out.

If, and there are a few, you have not received proofs we will get them to you.

Thank you for your generosity. The funds raised by us benefit all our students and make school life as good as we can.

The QR code, if you have not yet paid is below and cash payments may be sent to me and, as always, I ask that you pass these directly to staff, or via escort.

School Council:

We are delighted to see the Student Council pressing ahead with plans to spend the funds they have raised. I hear 鈥淎nimal Antics鈥� is high on the list of priorities. Quote is circa 拢1000 for a day, and they will share information with you.

Outdoor Learning Area:

We had a look at the Outdoor Learning Area and feel that, although the drainage problems persist, this may not be an easy fix. Those of you who drop off, collect students will know that we often have flooding outside the exit gate on West Lane. Look closely, this water is coming from beneath the ground too. Anyhow, we have had a discussion and are looking to start a music based sensory area with a 鈥淢usic Wall鈥� which is part of Hannah鈥檚 big plan and one we want to help bring to life.

This is something we will share with you as it enfolds.

Our next meeting is on Thursday 20^th June; do put it on your calendar and join in person or online. The online link will be shared nearer the time.

Cresswell Towers 3鈥�4-night stay.

This is a final push for the number generator raffle for a short stay at Cresswell Towers Caravan Park. This is open to anyone. It is a 3 bed (1 double, 2 twin room) respite caravan which has level access via decking. Please see the poster below. Each number costs 拢3; you can pay by cash, cheque (payable to 51视频 Foundation) or QR code.

We will draw this on the 20^th of June at the FoPHS meeting. You will be able to book dates within school holidays. Unfortunately, it is not possible to take your 4-legged friends with you. You will find more photos on the link below.

Entertainment passes can be purchased separately, and no deposit will be required to book your stay at the caravan. All you will need to take with you is towels as the beds are made up

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