CSSC supports all controlled schools across all phases: Nursery, Special, Primary, Secondary, Grammar, Integrated and Irish-Medium Schools.
Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
📢Governors of controlled schools are invited to upcoming online Governor development sessions on school ethos.
Register and find out more here➡️bit.ly/4gHXAE8
#CelebratingControlledSchools | #OpenToAll
ALT Governors and Improvement, Governors and Ethos online development sessions for Governors. 6 October and 10 November. CSSC logo with #CelebratingControlledSchools and #OpenToAll hashtags.
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Register and find out more here➡️bit.ly/4gHXAE8
Full details⬇️
#CelebratingControlledSchools | #OpenToAll
📢Governors of controlled schools are invited to upcoming online Governor development sessions on school ethos.
Register and find out more here➡️bit.ly/4gHXAE8
#CelebratingControlledSchools | #OpenToAll
ALT Governors and Improvement, Governors and Ethos online development sessions for Governors. 6 October and 10 November. CSSC logo with #CelebratingControlledSchools and #OpenToAll hashtags.
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
📢We're hiring a Schools' Support Officer!
Full time, fixed contract until 30 June 2028 subject to funding based in Belfast.
Salary £47,181 - £50,269 per annum.
Great benefits, great team. Apply by 11 September 12 noon.
Find out more bit.ly/44i4NV2 #OpenToAll
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Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
🏫The CSSC Ethos and Leadership programme aims to support #ControlledSchools leadership to embed ethos across the school community.
➡️Free modules
➡️Flexible delivery
➡️Ready to lead the way?
📢Find out more & sign up👉bit.ly/4aBUoWS
#CelebratingControlledSchools
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
We are reminding parents and carers that help and information is available as schools across Northern Ireland prepare to welcome pupils back for the new academic year.
Visit our dedicated Back to School webpage for information on a number of dedicated helplines and further information covering a range of areas, including special educational needs (SEN), school transport, free school meals, uniform grants and admissions.
All the info on our wbesite: eani.org.uk/BacktoSchool
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
📣 Support available for families as new school year begins
The EA is reminding parents and carers that help and information is available as schools across Northern Ireland prepare to welcome pupils back for the new academic year.
A number of dedicated helplines are in place and further information and details of support are available through the EA website and social media channels. This covers a range of areas, including special educational needs (SEN), school transport, free school meals, uniform grants and admissions.
🔗 Read more: ow.ly/Nnxr50ZEAHv
ALT Collage of students learning, eating, and walking with bold text 'BACK TO SCHOOL' and Education Authority logo.
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Pupils from @seaviewps recite their #OpenToAll poem, first performed at @Ed_Authority Controlled Schools' Unit launch @boysmodelschool
“A sector strong diverse & true. With space for me for them for you.”
#CelebratingControlledSchools
@Education_NI
youtu.be/I3EkQGL6UVk
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Home to School Transport – applications open 📢
The online Home to School Transport application process for Primary and Post-Primary aged children, for September 2026, is now open.
You can use the eligibility checker on our website 👉 ow.ly/a6zJ50YxEkB or on your EA Connect account 👉 ow.ly/vbJy50YxEkC
More info about Home to School Transport is available here 👉ow.ly/Mz8350YxEkA
📢 Please note, if you already avail of Home to School Transport for your child and have not moved home or changed schools, then you do not need to reapply.
If you require any assistance in completing your online application, our Transport Helpline can be contacted on 028 9598 5959. Opening hours are 9.30 to 12.30 and 1.30 to 4.30, Monday to Friday.
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Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Looking after your mental health in the run up to results day is important 🧠
Our Results Day and Wellbeing Support Guide is here to provide valuable tips and advice on everything you need to know to feel confident and prepared.
🔗 ccea.org.uk/exams-results-su…
@SSUofNI @NIYouthAssembly @NIYF @nichildcom
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
CSSC has submitted two consultation responses to Government in July. Our evidence-based submissions are informed by the voices of our member schools and leaders.
Read all consultations➡️bit.ly/4x49ZHq
#EducationNI | #OpenToAll | #ControlledSchools
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Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
⏲️ REMINDER | Have your say on the new Northern Ireland Curriculum 👇
The consultation closes on 30 September 2026.
Find out more: education-ni.gov.uk/news/giv…
📢 HAVE YOUR SAY | Northern Ireland Curriculum 2028
A public consultation on the new Northern Ireland Curriculum is open.
The proposed curriculum sets out clearly what children and young people should learn and when they should learn it, from Foundation Stage to Key Stage 3. It establishes a common and ambitious entitlement, ensuring knowledge and understanding build progressively over time.
🔗 To find out more and have your say, visit: education-ni.gov.uk/news/giv…
The consultation closes on 30 September 2026.
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Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
🎓Free Teacher Professional Learning Opportunity: Gain a Digital Badge in ‘Using Evidence to Address Educational Disadvantage’
Funded by Shared Island and developed in partnership with Stranmillis University College, this course (facilitated by the Teachers’ Research Exchange, T-REX) supports educators to better understand and respond to educational disadvantage, whilst also developing key research skills to facilitate evidence-informed practice and decision making.
This free online nine-week course will run from 5 October to 11 December 2026.
To find out more and secure your place, visit: t-rex.ie/educational-disadva…
@stranbelfast
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Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Mr Murray, Shared Education Coordinator & pupils @seaviewps share how their #SharedEducation partnership with St. Patrick's Primary is bringing communities together through fun, shared activities.
#CelebratingControlledSchools #OpenToAll
@Education_NI @Ed_Authority @InfoCcms
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Ross Coulter Principal Ballycarrickmaddy PS shares work as part of @CSSC_NI's Building Capacity programme - developing collaborative professional practice, under growing people theme.
Download Building Capacity: Leading Improvement publication. Read more➡️bit.ly/4f9jSxY
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Nuala McGranaghan Cedar Lodge School shares her experience of participating in @CSSC_NI's Building Capacity programme. Developing communication & sensory support for pupils with complex needs.
Download Building Capacity: Leading Improvement publication➡️bit.ly/4f9jSxY
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
David Corbett shares his thoughts on participation in @CSSC_NI's #BuildingCapacity Programme, working alongside excellent school leaders to strengthen reading fluency & writing @GilnahirkP. Evidence in action, outcomes for children.
Download publication bit.ly/4f9jSxY
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Congratulations to #ControlledSchools recognised at the #ICTExcellenceAwards 2026. NI schools are making a real difference for learners through innovative use of digital technology.
Read more here➡️bit.ly/4fZSX8f
#CelebratingControlledSchools | #OpenToAll
ALT Congratulations to the controlled schools recognised at the ICT Excellence Awards 2026 with list of highly commended and winners. With CSSC logo and hashtags #CelebratingControlledSchools and #OpenToAll
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Well done to all #ControlledSchools recognised in the #ICTExcellenceAwards👏
@CapitaPlc @Ed_Authority
#CelebratingControlledSchools | #OpenToAll
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Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Host and Head Judge, Professor John Anderson, opens the ICT Excellence Awards 2026 by highlighting the need for a forward-looking Digital Technology curriculum, emphasising the importance of developing learners as active problem-solvers, creators and innovators. 🧵
#ICTExcellenceAwards | @CapitaPlc
ALT Professor John Anderson speaking on stage behind as podium at the ICT Excellence Awards.
Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC) retweeted
Watch highlights from CSSC's 'Sharing Impact in School Improvement' event with the launch of '#BuildingCapacity: Leading Improvement' publication ➡️bit.ly/4f9jSxY
Thanks to @ed_authority's CSU, @stranbelfast @Education_NI @Cedarlodgesch @GilnahirkP
#OpenToAll