The role of the Church in schools is a vital link in the mission of the Church and it is so important that we keep our presence in the governance of schools through Transferor Governors.
The Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland’s Interfaith Sub–Group has published its first newsletter, which includes information about the history of safeguarding in the Church of Ireland and current projects being undertaken by the Church of Ireland Safeguarding Board.
The Church of Ireland Board of Education (Northern Ireland) are delivering training evenings for those who work with children and young people. Each session will provide a presentation that can be used by leaders to deliver to their children and young people to promote good practice when using technology.
The Controlled Schools’ Support Council (CSSC) has launched the first ‘baseline assessment’ of the controlled schools sector in Northern Ireland.
The Board of Education’s Autumn 2017 Newsbrief includes news, updates and resources in education, children’s ministry and Safeguarding Trust.
The Children’s Ministry Newsletter includes ‘back to school’ prayers, suggestions on making children feel welcome, recommended resources and a sample programme plan for children’s activities, and creative approaches to telling Bible stories.
The Church of Ireland Safeguarding Board has been supporting a recent series of roadshows run by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) to highlight online safety and the role of child protection in this important and challenging area.
Martyn Payne from Bible Reading Fellowship recently led an inspiring series of workshops for clergy and Sunday school leaders on storytelling and all–age worship.
The Board of Education (Northern Ireland) has published the findings of its Safeguarding Trust Survey, including perspectives from parishes on implementing Safeguarding Trust and a number of new projects which will be taken forward.