Useful Links
Supporting Learning, Communication and School Life
This page brings together trusted resources to support children’s learning, wellbeing and safety, as well as key online systems used by school for communication and payments, helping parents and carers access reliable guidance and official information.
School Communication & Payments
Parent Mail
Used by school to send important messages, letters and updates to parents and carers.
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ParentPay
Secure online payments for school meals, trips and other school activities.
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Local Authority, Ofsted & National Services
Parent View Website
A platform for parents and carers to share views about their child’s school.
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Ofsted
Information about school inspections and national education standards.
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Apply for School Admissions
Information on applying for school places within County Durham.
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Durham County Council
Local authority services, guidance and information for families.
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Learning & Home Activities
Essential Letters and Sounds – Oxford Owl
Support for early reading and phonics development at home.
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Reading with Your Child
Practical advice to help parents support reading at home.
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Literacy Games for Children
Interactive games to support reading, spelling and language skills.
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Times Tables Rock Stars
A fun and motivating way to practise and improve times tables.
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BBC Schools
Curriculum‑linked activities and guidance to support learning at home.
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Impact of TV on Children
Guidance for parents on managing screen time and healthy routines.
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