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Children are drawn to a diverse range of video games, many of which involve spooky characters designed to thrill and entertain. One popular game series that has captured the imagination of children is “Five Nights at Freddy’s.” As engaging as these games might be, it’s essential to ensure your child’s online safety and well-being. Here’s what you need to know about these games and how to keep your child safe while playing them.

You will find that, as your child approaches 16 years the annual review will be held in the Autumn term. This is so that deadlines for decisions regarding progression can be made by the 31^st March. This also supports transition if the young person is moving on to college or other provision.

My advice is to be prepared. This means thinking ahead; is there a chance that your Local Authority will suggest a different school or college or move to cease the EHCP?听 This is a concern for all, but especially those who live further from school. Look at your Local Offer and what鈥檚 available. Check the website, visit if possible, to see if you think it can meet needs. Most of the parents I have spoken to agree that you get a feel for a place. You know your child best, so does the current school.

Here is what IPSEA says:

鈥淢oving to a new phase of education with an EHC plan?

At this time of year, many families reach out to us for advice about their child’s move from one phase of education to another – whether it’s nursery to primary, primary to secondary, or beyond.

If your child has an EHC plan, your local authority has a legal duty to review and amend the plan when your child moves between particular stages of education.

The deadlines for when your child’s EHC plan must be reviewed and amended are:

31 March for those moving from secondary school to a post-16 institution

15 February for all other phases of transfer

These deadlines are statutory, not optional.

For further guidance on this topic, take a look at our resources on annual reviews, including template letters to help you take action when your local authority is not complying with the law”

We have been asked to share information on an open day and taster events for students with Special Educational Needs. I am aware of the location, but it may be of interest to some.

Please see information below.

Don鈥檛 miss out on child benefits.

We want to make sure parents and carers are getting all the support they鈥檙e entitled to, so we鈥檙e getting in touch with some important information on Child Benefit.

In April 2024, the amount people can earn before they start paying the increased to 拢60,000.

For parents and carers who have not yet claimed Child Benefit, or who opted out of payments and have income between 拢60,000 and 拢80,000, it can now be financially worth their听while to claim.听The easiest way to do this is on the or .

We鈥檇 really鈥痑ppreciate your help in sharing this information with鈥痜amilies, so we鈥檝e attached a handy toolkit with content ready to share on your channels.

We鈥檝e also included some messages to help parents and carers access their proof of entitlement online or on the app, which may be useful when applying for school places.

We鈥檇 love to know if you were able to share these messages with your networks, so please get in touch and confirm if you do.

Thank you for helping us to make sure families get the financial support they need.

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Experience storytelling like never before with a wonderful new 45-minute drone light show adaptation of the classic novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

ABOUT THE SHOW:

Join Dorothy and her faithful dog, Toto, as they embark on a whirlwind adventure that begins with a cyclone sweeping them from their Kansas farm to the Land of Oz. Along the way, they meet unforgettable friends: the brain-seeking Scarecrow, the heart-longing Tin Woodman and the courage-craving Cowardly Lion. Together, they bravely confront the Wicked Witch and other life challenges, reminding us of the strength found in friendship and the power of self-belief.

This is more than a show; witness a magical performance in the sky, tuck into your favourites in the food village and enjoy a world-class stadium experience with entertainment at Seat Unique Riverside.

SHOW FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 45 minutes.

Gates will open 2 hours before the show for you to enjoy the food village and pre-show build up.

SHOW TIMINGS:

Gates open: 17:00

Food village opens: 17:00

Drones take flight: 19:00

Show ends: 19:45

WHAT TO EXPECT:

A 45-minute drone light show display

Captivating narration with an immersive soundtrack

Food village and refreshment stalls

Pre-show stadium entertainment

A family-friendly, wheelchair accessible event

AGE GUIDANCE: Suitable for all ages

TICKETS AND PRICING:

Early bird ticket pricing: From 拢12 (ends 31st Jan)

General release tickets: From 拢14

There are concession prices, free carer ticket (evidence required), wheelchair spaces and discounts for early booking before 31^st January. I emailed to ask about accessible toilets, specifically 鈥渃hanging place鈥� and received the following response:

鈥淲e have a Changing Places facility on site.

For reference for the client this is located underneath the County Durham Stand which is the only double tier stand in the grounds.鈥�

South Shields:

We’re excited to announce our next round of TimbaTime sessions that will be running from The Word, South Shields

TimbaTime at The Word will be running every 1st Sunday of the month starting on the 2nd of February with time slots at 11am and 1pm!

TimbaTime is a FREE sensory story-time for young people with learning disabilities and their families.

Please note their are limited tickets available so please book early to avoid disappointment!

Any queries then please do get in touch

Alan Shearer Centre:

We’re looking forward to kickstarting the new year, with some new TimbaTime sessions for families!

This year we are partnering with the brilliant to deliver monthly TimbaTime sessions every third Sunday of the month starting on the 19th January and running through till December 2025!

For booking enquires please get in contact with the Alan Shearer Centre on 0191 267 8118.

Please note, you must be a member at The Alan Shearer Centre to book onto sessions – it is free to join.

Visit their website for more information and see posters for details of shows

I know they are not suitable for all; some children prefer low arousal experiences. With a Cinema Exhibitor Card/CEA card, available to disabled people over the age of 5 years a carer can go free.

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Exciting News! Tickets are now on sale for February’s Autism Friendly Screening here at

Join us for a unique experience with Mufasa: The Lion King in a relaxed environment! Enjoy reduced lighting and sound, no ads or trailers, and the freedom to roam. Plus, there鈥檚 a quiet area set up outside the screen for your comfort.

Date: 2nd February 2025

Time: 11 am

Reduced lighting and sound

Quiet area outside of the auditorium

Carers go free!

AGM: Our AGM takes place next Tuesday 21^st January 2025 between 9.30 and 11. We will meet in person, but if anyone wishes to join online the link is below. Please let me know if you intend joining online so that I can send an invite.

This is an opportunity for you to see what we do and hopefully encourage your ongoing support. We will look at what else we could do to support school and celebrate our achievements.

Currently we have 51 numbers taken, down from previous years.

It is not for external professionals who may be working with families. To join, you need to answer the question stating your link with school.

Please note: this group is for sharing news and updates about school life and is not intended to discuss any issues around individual students, and as such all comments are moderated. If you have a particular issue or concern, please contact school directly on 0191 216 1811.