Fairtrade Fortnight 2023
February 9th, 2023
For two weeks every year, thousands of schools, colleges and universities come together to learn from the people who grow what we eat, drink and wear! Unfortunately, many of the people who do these jobs are often exploited and underpaid. That’s why Fairtrade is so important, it allows the workers to be paid fairly for their work.
This year’s theme for Fairtrade fortnight is ‘Making the small switch to Fairtrade supports producers in protecting the future of some of our most-loved food and the planet’.
We at Venerable Bede are going to celebrate Fairtrade fortnight during the week we return from half term (27 February – 3 March 2023). We are giving you an opportunity to think about your future, to look into the work Fairtrade does and its impact on those who need their help and protection to thrive.
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Safer Internet Day 2023
February 6th, 2023We’re proud to support Safer Internet Day 2023!
From https://www.saferinternetday.org/about
Over the years, Safer Internet Day has become a landmark event in the online safety calendar. Starting as an initiative of the EU SafeBorders project in 2004 and taken up by the Insafe network as one of its earliest actions in 2005, Safer Internet Day has grown beyond its traditional geographic zone and is now celebrated in approximately 180 countries and territories worldwide.
From cyberbullying to social networking to digital identity, each year Safer Internet Day aims to raise awareness of emerging online issues and current concerns.
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National Apprenticeship Week 2023, 6th – 12th February 2023
February 2nd, 2023
Venerable Bede CE Academy is proud to once again support National Apprenticeship Week!
National Apprenticeship Week 2023 is the 16th annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships. The week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.
The theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2023 will be ‘Skills for Life’; reflecting on how apprenticeships can help individuals to develop the skills and knowledge required for a rewarding career, and businesses to develop a talented workforce that is equipped with future-ready skills.
Hints & Tips for Parents & Carers
The Parent Perspective Podcast
The Apprenticeship Quiz 2023
How much do you know about apprenticeships? Test your knowledge with our fun quiz and learn a little more about what roles are available, when to apply, when companies advertise and what they might be looking for. Can you get 10/10?
Apprenticeship Stories
Discover the amazing world of apprenticeships. Amazing Apprenticeships’ collection of short Apprentice Story films showcases the breadth and variety of apprenticeships, including Firefighting, Engineering, Broadcasting, Zookeeping and more. Apprentices are all around us, often working in surprising roles – watch our Apprentice Story films below to be inspired.
Apprenticeships Are Amazing Film
Discover the amazing world of apprenticeships. Amazing Apprenticeships’ short film is a high-impact way to showcase the breadth and variety of apprenticeships. Apprentices are all around us, often working in surprising roles – watch ‘Apprentices are amazing’ to be inspired to find out more.
Highlights of NAW 2022
Searching for an Apprenticeship
Use the below link to search and browse which apprenticeships are available based on your interest and location.
Tickets Available on the Door!
January 31st, 2023
Learning Resources – Technical Issues Reporting & Equipment Request
January 26th, 2023Your responses via this form continue to be incredibly helpful to our IT and Senior Leadership Teams who are working tirelessly to respond to each of them.
We ask you to be patient in awaiting a response as demand may be high. However, rest assured that each form submitted will be seen and responded to.
Scarlet Fever & Strep A
December 19th, 2022Please see below information from North East Health Protection Team
Scarlet fever
Scarlet fever is caused by bacteria, and although usually a mild illness, it should be treated with antibiotics to minimise the risk of complications and reduce the spread to others.
The symptoms of scarlet fever include a sore throat, headache, fever, nausea and vomiting. This is followed by a fine red rash which typically first appears on the chest and stomach, rapidly spreading to other parts of the body.
On more darkly pigmented skin, the scarlet rash may be harder to spot, but it should feel like ‘sandpaper’. The face can be flushed red but pale around the mouth.
If you think you, or your child, have scarlet fever:
- See your GP or contact NHS 111 as soon as possible
- make sure that you/your child takes the full course of any antibiotics prescribed by the doctor.
- Stay at home, away from nursery, school or work for at least 24 hours after starting the antibiotic treatment, to avoid spreading the infection.
You can find more information at www.nhs.uk/conditions/Scarlet-fever/
Chicken pox
Chickenpox is usually a mild illness and children usually get better by themselves. Children with chickenpox should stay off school for five days from onset of rash and until all the lesions have crusted over.
You can find more information at www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Chickenpox/
Children who have had chickenpox recently may develop complications if they also catch scarlet fever.
Parents should remain vigilant for symptoms in children who have had chickenpox such as
- A persistent high fever – the skin around chickenpox blisters becoming red, hot or painful (signs of infection).
- Joint pain and swelling.
- Your child’s symptoms not improving or getting worse.
If you are concerned about the symptoms above, please seek medical assistance promptly. If your child has an underlying condition which affects their immune system, you should contact your GP or hospital doctor to discuss whether any additional measures are needed.
High temperature
High temperature is also common in children with infections including COVID-19. If your child experiences a high temperature (fever) or any of the other main symptoms of COVID-19 (new continuous cough and/or loss or 71 shares change to sense of smell or taste) your child should stay at home and avoid contact with other people. High Temperature (fever) in children.
Advice on what to do if you think your child has COVID can be found here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/self-isolation-and-treatment/when-to-self-isolate-and-whatto-do/
Further information about how to manage fever in children can be found here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/fever-in-children/.
General hygiene advice
The spread of most infectious illnesses is reduced through good hand hygiene. Please help your child to wash their hands frequently with warm water and soap, particularly after using the toilet, after using a tissue to catch a cough or sneeze, and before eating.
Particular care should be taken when handling nappies or tissues.
Any soiled clothes, bedding and towels should be washed on the hot cycle of a washing machine and where possible cups, utensils, towels and bedding should not be shared.
If you are concerned about any of the information in this letter or would like to discuss it further, please contact the team on 0300 303 8596.
Yours sincerely,
North East Health Protection Team