<![CDATA[Consilium Evolve News Feed - News]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D3%26amp%3Bnid%3D1 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Mon, 8 Dec 2025 11:43:06 GMT Mon, 8 Dec 2025 11:43:06 GMT <![CDATA[ Our headteacher, Mr Robert Bell, 'overwhelmed' after receiving prestigious national award for work with special needs children ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=86 Our dedicated headteacher Robert Bell said he felt “overwhelmed” after being presented with a national award by the city’s deputy mayor, Cllr Ehthesham Haque on what was ‘Thank a Teacher Day’ (Wednesday June 19).

]]> Mon, 24 Jun 2024 13:46:10 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=86 <![CDATA[ Local Sunderland educator Robert Bell named SEND Leader of the Year at National School Awards ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=106 Robert Bell, Principal of Consilium Evolve Sunderland, has been named SEND Leader of the Year at the National School Awards 2025. The award was presented to Robert at a prestigious ceremony on Wednesday night ( 3rd December 2025) held at the House of Lords.

]]> Mon, 8 Dec 2025 11:43:06 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=106 <![CDATA[ Behaviour Success: Trust Named in Top 2% Nationally ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=105 Consilium Academies, has been recognised as one of the most improved education trusts in England following the release of the Autumn Term 2024/25 suspension statistics. Compared to last year, the Trust has made significant improvements in behaviour across its schools.

]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:26:32 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=105 <![CDATA[ Inspiring Sunderland educator Robert Bell recognised nationally for outstanding SEND leadership ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=104 Mr Bell was Principal at Consilium Evolve for four years, a school which provides alternative education for children who are struggling to access or cope with mainstream schooling, with many of the students experiencing emotionally based school avoidance. He has now taken on a new role as the Director of Inclusion across the Trust, supporting students, parents and our school communities on a national level.

]]> Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:07:04 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=104 <![CDATA[ Consilium Evolve shine with national award recognition​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=103 Consilium Evolve  is celebrating national recognition as part of the trust’s continued success and innovation.

]]> Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:05:57 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=103 <![CDATA[ Finalists at Education Today Awards! ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=102 Consilium Evolve are proud to announce that their IT Team has been named finalists in the Best Use of Technology / ICT in School category at the Education Today Awards 2025.

]]> Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:00:43 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=102 <![CDATA[ End of Summer Letter ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=101 Please see letter regarding our end of term events.

]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:48:22 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=101 <![CDATA[ How Consilium Evolve Delivers Personalised Education and Drives Student Achievement with CENTURY ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=100 Consilium Evolve is an Alternative Provision (AP) setting that supports students who have experienced disruption in their mainstream education. They have fantastic attendance rates, 86% average attendance compared to the mainstream figure of 18% and have previously appeared in a One Show feature showcasing their incredible work. Ofsted recently recognised use of the CENTURY platform as evidence of effective curriculum delivery and learner progress. We sat down with Head of School, Karyn Taylor, to hear about how the CENTURY platform is supporting them with their vision of adaptive teaching and learning.

]]> Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:00:37 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=100 <![CDATA[ Sunderland pupils take on Dragon’s Den style social enterprise challenge ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=99 Consilium Evolve, an alternative provision school in Sunderland, is helping to inspire the next generation of social entrepreneurs.

]]> Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:13:40 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=99 <![CDATA[ Sunderland School Makes Waves with Shark Behaviourist for Career Inspiration ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=98 Students dive into lessons on overcoming fear.

]]> Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:11:06 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=98 <![CDATA[ End of term letter ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=96 Please find attached our end of term letter.

]]> Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:51:59 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=96 <![CDATA[ Consilium Evolve Academy Supports Time To Talk Day ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=97 The Sunderland school is hosting a mental health workshop for parents, students and staff.

]]> Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:08:07 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=97 <![CDATA[ Orli Workshop ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=95 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:21:33 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=95 <![CDATA[ End of term letter ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=94 Please see end of term letter attached.

]]> Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:37:41 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=94 <![CDATA[ Parental Drop In Sessions ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=93 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:09:25 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=93 <![CDATA[ Parent Governor Nominations ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=76 Would you like to help shape the future of your child's school?

]]> Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:41:16 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=76 <![CDATA[ School runs “excellent" mental health webinar to help parents get through the long summer holidays ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=92 The session, run by alternative provision school Consilium Evolve in Sunderland was attended by 165 parents.

]]> Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:20:18 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=92 <![CDATA[ Unveiling coastal creativity: Students’ art textiles set to shine in gift shop ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=91 They say that “creativity is intelligence having fun”, which is why we’re always supportive of occasions that highlight our young people’s artistry!

]]> Mon, 8 Jul 2024 12:40:55 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=91 <![CDATA[ Pupils to see their artwork displayed at Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=90 Some of the pupils have been using sea glass to create their artworks.

]]> Mon, 8 Jul 2024 12:37:57 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=90 <![CDATA[ Sunderland headteacher takes top award at the 'Oscars of education' for work with special needs children ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=89 It was Mr Bell’s second national award in less than one week.

]]> Mon, 8 Jul 2024 12:33:08 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=89 <![CDATA[ Evolve Academy Students Launch Partnership with Sunderland Culture ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=88 Students to Showcase Coastal Art Textiles in the Gift Shop

]]> Fri, 5 Jul 2024 13:05:17 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=88 <![CDATA[ End of year update and trips ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=87 Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:39:46 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=87 <![CDATA[ Schools North East Podcast ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=85 Check out the latest podcast from Schools North East featuring Rob Bell, Headteacher at Consilium Evolve

Don't miss his insights on education and leadership. Listen now by clicking the link below!

]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:43:11 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=85 <![CDATA[ Consilium Evolve Receives Mental Health Gold Standard Award ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=84 The accreditation marks a positive start to Mental Health Awareness Week.

]]> Thu, 16 May 2024 11:32:52 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=84 <![CDATA[ Virtual Tour ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=83 At Evolve we love to embrace new technology and ideas. 

]]> Fri, 10 May 2024 16:31:50 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=83 <![CDATA[ Robert Bell, Headteacher, is a finalist ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=82 Tue, 7 May 2024 15:47:30 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=82 <![CDATA[ Robert Bell, Headteacher Named National Teaching Awards Finalist ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=81 Sunderland's Consilium Evolve Academy Headteacher Recognised.

]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2024 12:34:20 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=81 <![CDATA[ Ensuring quality and sustainability in SEND Provision ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=80 Additional funding for SEND places is very welcome – but we must ensure it is deployed as part of a transformation of our approach to inclusion. Michael McCarthy CEO, Consilium Academies and Robert Bell Headteacher, Consilium Evolve.

]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2024 07:45:15 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=80 <![CDATA[ End of Term Letter ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=79 As we reach the end of another term at Evolve, we invite you to read our update letter below.

]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:09:57 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=79 <![CDATA[ Year 11 Examinations Update ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=78 As you are aware, the GCSE Summer exam period will be starting soon. In order to support our Year 11 students with their preparation, we have planned, alongside revision in lessons, a ‘drop-down week’ that will allow close study of one or two core subjects per day. Please read through the letter below.

]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:45:38 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=78 <![CDATA[ Community Day ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=77 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:39:51 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=77 <![CDATA[ Consilium Academies Shortlisted for Inclusivity Award ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=75 Sunderland alternative provision academy, Consilium Evolve, leads the way when it comes to making sure every student feels included.

]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:32:55 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=75 <![CDATA[ Careers Week ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=74 We're excited to share information about our upcoming Careers Week.

]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:23:06 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=74 <![CDATA[ Evolve Academy Launches Mental Health Community Days for Students and their Families ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=73 Evolve Academy, a pioneering alternative provision school part of Consilium Academies, has launched a series of Community Mental Health Days emphasising the significance of providing a platform for students, families, and staff to express themselves and address pressing mental health challenges.

]]> Thu, 15 Feb 2024 09:34:46 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=73 <![CDATA[ Evolve Academy Leads the Charge for Children's Mental Health Week ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=72 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 15:31:24 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=72 <![CDATA[ The Sleep Fixer ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=71 On Wednesday 7th February we welcomed Kerry, The Sleep Fixer, in for a community day. Staff, parents and students alike joined the sessions. Feedback from those in attendance was extremely positive. Read below to find what Kerry had to say about the day.

]]> Fri, 9 Feb 2024 13:50:13 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=71 <![CDATA[ Year 11 Mock Exam period and Supporting Your Child Event, 14th February ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=70 As we get closer to the summer exams, we are continuing to support our students by running a second round of mocks for Year 11 which are scheduled to take place over two weeks, starting from February 26th.

]]> Wed, 7 Feb 2024 11:18:21 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=70 <![CDATA[ How we’re tackling emotionally based school avoidance ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=69 For pupils who struggle to regulate their emotions, school can feel too overwhelming to attend, but at this AP staff are helping students overcome these issues, as headteacher Robert Bell explains.

]]> Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:39:20 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=69 <![CDATA[ The Sleep Fixer ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=68 Please see below for the Sleep Fixer letter.

]]> Wed, 31 Jan 2024 09:38:42 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=68 <![CDATA[ A wake up call: Consilium Evolve Academy finds Sunday lie-ins detrimental to mood and learning ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=67 Published by Schools North East 12.01.24

]]> Mon, 15 Jan 2024 09:53:04 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=67 <![CDATA[ Education reimagined: Sunderland school’s new era of learning is recognised nationally ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=66 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 13:41:45 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=66 <![CDATA[ Headteacher Robert Bell invited to present at the Westminster Insight Alternative Provision Conference in London ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=65 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 12:16:25 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=65 <![CDATA[ Consilium Evolve Academy celebrates glowing Ofsted report ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=63 Staff likened working at the academy to a “breath of fresh air”

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:08:49 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=63 <![CDATA[ Year 11 visit New College Durham ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=64 Evolve’s Trip to New College Durham, By Layton Urban

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:11:53 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=64 <![CDATA[ HEADTEACHER MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE TO THE MENTAL WELLBEING OF CHILDREN ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=62 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 11:04:29 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=62 <![CDATA[ CONSILIUM EVOLVE COMMUNITY LEARN TOGETHER ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=61 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 11:04:53 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=61 <![CDATA[ Multi-Academy Trust of the Year! ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=60 Thu, 9 Feb 2023 16:17:58 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=60 <![CDATA[ We are Hiring! ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=59 We have a number of exciting roles available at Consilium Evolve including Pathway Lead Teachers, SENDCo, Home Tuition Teacher, and Cross-Curricular Teacher.

]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2022 10:44:27 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=59 <![CDATA[ Consilium Community Engagement Survey - Parent Information ]]> https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=58 Dear Parent/Carer,

We have launched the Consilium Community Engagement Survey.

]]> Fri, 28 Jan 2022 11:09:17 GMT https://www.consiliumevolve.co.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=58