International Newcastle

Congratulations to St Paul's Primary for all the work they've done to embed internationalism across their curriculum! Find out more about their activities, achievements and how schools can get involved in the International School Award: internationalnewcastle.org.uk/st-pauls-isa

Newcastle University is asking North East schools and organisations to respond to their multilingualism survey by 13 March and invite them to a symposium on multilingualism, education and social justice on 18 March. All details and links here: internationalnewcastle.org.uk/multilingualis…

The deadline is close. Get your Celebrate Speaking entries in on X, Facebook or Instagram by 28 Feb. Show your pupils' language skills in this festival of language - and don't forget to tag us. Find out more: ow.ly/WUXl50Y7I1l @ncle_ioe

Registration open for the Spanish Teachers’ Day at Newcastle Uni on 14 March. For teachers of Spanish at all levels to participate in high quality CPD. Places are limited. See the programme and registration link here: internationalnewcastle.org.uk/spanish-teache… @consejeriauk

Teachers of Spanish in Newcastle and the North East - don't miss this opportunity for quality CPD with practical workshops, creative approaches to teaching and assessment, AI applications, networking, food from Castilla y León and a prize draw for attendees.

Commemorating the life of Deanna Van Der Velde, a tireless advocate of tolerance and understanding and a much treasured friend, colleague and mentor for thousands across the North East and for us at International Newcastle. RIP Deanna 1943-2026 internationalnewcastle.org.uk/deanna-van-der…

Teachers from North East schools and groups can sign up now for the last remaining places for in-person events during our Festival of Languages. Immersive & inspiring experiences for children and young people and special CPD events for teachers! internationalnewcastle.org.uk/festival-in-pe… @EYFOLNE

SCHOOLS IN #ENGLAND: You’ve got more time! The response has been HUGE, so we’ve extended our competition deadline to 3rd March 2026. Register your #school & grab your info pack today👇🏼 🔗 theredcard.org/training-and-w… 📢 A reminder that competitions in Wales and Scotland will differ

🧧🐎 Happy Chinese New Year. Wishing you a year full of energy, strength and good health – just like the horse. ✨ Celebrate the Spring Festival in your classroom with our free Year of the Horse education pack. Brimming with creative resources and activities, it’s a fun and engaging way for pupils to explore Chinese New Year traditions and culture. 🎉📚 Download now: bit.ly/45EYpXY

FREE to UK schools and groups (5-16years): Register for an activity pack to run a classroom, youth group or community workshop introducing 4 indigenous African languages: Yoruba, Swahili, Tamazight, Xhosa. expressyourselfne.com/african-langua… Thanks to @S4ALearningHubs @InterNewcastle

For NE secondary/6th form pupils aged 14-18: film screening of 3 Chinese documentaries, offering insights into Chinese society, education, social inequality and documentary filmmaking. With Q&A. @SML_Newcastle @UniofNewcastle @CIFA_UK @NorthEast_CA expressyourselfne.com/chinese-films/

Teachers at all levels, book your places now for this one-off CPD opportunity in Newcastle!

For KS2-4 NE and UK schools: Celebrate Germany’s most colourful and joyful traditions Karneval & design a Karneval mask. Resource pack with German vocabulary linked to costumes, masks, music and celebrations. @BritGerAssoc @GI_London1 @Schools_British expressyourselfne.com/karneval-mask-…

REGISTER NOW FOR RECORDING LATER Pupils will enjoy fun sessions with singing, games, competitions and prizes and learn some simple German. No prior knowledge of German needed. @GI_London1 @BritGerAssoc @InterNewcastle @ncle_ioe @NorthEast_CA expressyourselfne.com/wuschel-gi-pri…

We proudly support International Mother Language Day (21 Feb) & Home Heritage and Community Languages. Find out how to celebrate diverse languages and cultures and our connections to the world with our Express Yourself: North East Festival of Languages internationalnewcastle.org.uk/celebrate-imld…

Ramadan is one of the holiest months of the Islamic calendar and is important for all our Muslim communities. Starting 18 Feb, ending 20 March. Find out more, plus resources for schools and employers, prayer and safe fasting calendars: internationalnewcastle.org.uk/ramadan2026 @InformationNow1

Young people from Newcastle's Youth Council and Youth Parliament are making history by becoming the first youth-led European Parliament Ambassador Schools group in the North of England. Find out more and how to get involved in the scheme: internationalnewcastle.org.uk/epas-achieveme…

For secondary/sixth form: Spanish language and careers webinar with the @consejeriauk. Inspire pupils to progress with Sp and find out about the benefits of learning languages, and the opportunities learning Sp brings. @InterNewcastle expressyourselfne.com/spanish-career… @InterNewcastle

North East schools (KS2 and KS3): Join in this competition to design a unique crêpe and describe it in French. Resource pack provided. Two schools will win a workshop with @LPCreperie @EnactEuropa @UniofNewcastle @InterNewcastle expressyourselfne.com/creperie-compe…

For 7-18 year olds in North East schools, community schools and groups. 4 fun, interactive pre-recorded workshops exploring and celebrating Indian and Chinese arts, language and culture (drumming, dance, puppetry and origami). expressyourselfne.com/culture-box-as… @GemArtsuk @NorthEast_CA