Author: Mr Wheatley

Sleep and Screens

Research shows that primary-aged children (8–11 years) who limit recreational screen time to under two hours a day achieve significantly higher scores in thinking, language, and memory tests compared to those who exceed this limit. A landmark study published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health found that the best cognitive outcomes occur when this screen limit is combined with 9–11 hours of sleep, as excessive digital use often “displaces” the deep sleep and physical activity vital for brain development. To support your child’s focus and learning, health organizations like the NHS and World Health Organisation recommend  prioritizing “active” high-quality content and ensuring screens are switched off at least one hour before bedtime to protect sleep quality. For more information please check out the links below.

Why not fill in the ‘Family Tech Agreement’ to set healthy boundaries and     recharge your routines over the half term break?

Evidence & Resources for Parents:

Currently our school is third on the leaderboard for Northumberland for parents committing to a smartphone free childhood.

If you haven’t signed yet, it takes less than a minute: https://www.smartphonefreechildhood.org/parent-pact

 

Area SEND inspection for Northumberland Local Area Partnership

OFSTED and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) are visiting Northumberland to inspect the arrangements for children and young people with special education needs and disabilities (SEND).

The Team would like to hear views about the support that children receive. You can provide your views by completing an online survey at the following link:

https://ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/p/AreaSend/10382800

This survey is for parents/carers of children and young people with SEND aged 0-25.

The survey will help inspectors understand children’s experience of the SEND arrangements within the Northumberland local area. The survey will close at 9am on 3rd February 2026.

Area SEND inspection Letter to Parents and Carers