Devasted that Luljeta Nuzi has died after a long fight with cancer. An incredible, dynamic, fierce woman whose optimism and passion for equality for all, in education, as women, as members of refugee and global majority communities will remain an inspiration for those who met her. I first met Luljeta in 2009 when she came […]
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Royal Veterinary College Opportunities
Royal Veterinary College Summer Schools
Applications for the Royal Veterinary College 2021 Year 10, Year 11 and Year 12 Sutton Trust Summer Schools are now open!
The RVC summer schools give young people a real taster of what life is like as a student at the RVC. As well as taking part in online lectures, practical demonstrations and Q&A with world-leading researchers, they aim for every student to come to campus for a hands-on experiences in animal hospitals, Clinical Skills Centre, labs or farm. Students get the chance to meet current RVC students, other young people with a passion for animals and professionals working in a range of animal science careers. Work together to solve veterinary case studies, reflect on their career goals and how to achieve them and enjoy student social activities!
Last year’s participants said:
“It was a wonderful exciting experience, I felt one step closer to achieving my goals in pursuing Veterinary Medicine.”
“The staff and ambassadors were really friendly and welcoming. The information that I was provided about university was useful and helped my understanding. The activities were interesting and the social activities were fun. I couldn’t have had a better virtual experience.”
To participate in any of their summer schools, young people must attend a state school and meet a number of other Widening Participation eligibility criteria such as being the first in the family to go to university, being eligible for Free School Meals, or living in an area with low progression rates to higher education.
This Summer the Royal Veterinary College launched a brand new free online programme to support young people from under-represented backgrounds to reach their goals of studying and working with animals. Members have access to exclusive support, advice and monthly events about animal careers, going to university, and of course learning from the RVC’s student and animal experts! The next online event is due to take place on February 9th 5.30-6.30pm.
To join the Animal Academy students must be aged 13 or above, and attend a state school in the UK. They will also need to meet some additional criteria such as being the first in the family to go to university, being eligible for Free School Meals, or living in an area with low progression rates to higher education. They can find out more and apply to be part of the Animal Academy here!
Updated Out-of-school settings guidance
The Department for Education out-of-school settings guidance has now been updated to provide more information on the position during the national lockdown.
The headlines are:
- For the duration of the national lockdown, out-of-school settings should only offer face-to-face provision for:
- children of critical workers, where it is reasonably necessary to support their parents or carers to work, seek work, attend a medical appointment, or undertake education or training
- vulnerable children and young people
- There is a list available outlining Children of critical workers and vulnerable children who can access schools or educational settings.
- Realistically, we know that the small numbers of children that are eligible to attend settings for face-to-face provision will mean that many out-of-school settings will likely need to move to online provision for the duration of the national lockdown.
- However, providers who offer face-to-face provision for the eligible children during the national lockdown should continue to follow the protective measures as outlined in our guidance. These are largely consistent with what you have already been doing, but given that there is likely to be fewer numbers of children in settings if they do choose to open, we have made it permissive for one member of staff to supervise up to two, small consistent groups of children if this is necessary.
The updated guidance documents are available at the usual links here: Protective measures for holiday and after-school clubs, and other out-of-school settings during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) & Guidance for parents and carers of children attending out-of-school settings during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
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‘London’s Out of School Settings Rise to the Challenge’ Webinar Series
The National Resource Centre for Supplementary Education (NRCSE) in Partnership with Young People’s Foundation, Securing Success and John Lyon’s Charity is pleased to announce a webinar series entitled ‘London’s Out of School Settings Rise to the Challenge’. Presented by and for London’s diverse out-of-school settings offering educational opportunities to children and young people in the capital, these webinars will be of interest to all those working with community organisations to supplement children’s education.
This three-part webinar series is an opportunity to hear from invited speakers and out-of-school settings about how to meet the challenge of the coronavirus pandemic and adapt to new ways of working. Each webinar will offer practical ideas, advice and best practice with a chance to ask questions.
OOSS Webinar One: Adapting to Lockdown and Restrictions
Wednesday 2nd December 2020, 11:00 – 12:00
Register FREE: https://oosswebinarone.eventbrite.co.uk
· A look at the challenges and restrictions facing OOSS and how groups have been meeting these challenges.
· Showcase presentations from out-of-school settings
· Guidance for online teaching and available training for community teachers
· Exchange with out-of-school settings
· Opportunity for partner organisations to offer practical support
OOSS Webinar Two: Safe and Effective Delivery
Thursday 3rd December 2020, 11:00 – 12:00
Register FREE: https://oosswebinartwo.eventbrite.co.uk
· A presentation from the Department for Education on the current government guidance on restrictions, protective measures and keeping children safe
· Showcase presentations from out-of-school settings
OOSS Webinar Three: ‘Looking to the Future’ and Funding
Thursday 10th December 2020, 11:00 – 12:00
Register FREE: https://oosswebinarthree.eventbrite.co.uk
· A look to the future and how to access funding and practical support
· Showcase presentations from out-of-school settings
· John Lyon’s Charity and Young People’s Foundation – funding/collaboration opportunities
We are a partnership of organisations that value the work of out-of-school settings in London. We work together to support the sector.
Your attendance and participation at the webinars would be greatly appreciated.
