Sarah Diggle PT

26/10/2025

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, and a lot of posts being aimed at symptom spotting and breast awareness, I wanted to take a moment to place the spot light onto the importance of attending your NHS breast screening invitations.
Recent annual NHS breast screening have reported that although more women are attending their screening appointments , 30% of women did not attend after invitation.
As some of you are already aware, during the summer, my first NHS breast screening picked up an early form of breast cancer, I had no symptoms, no lump and felt completely fine.
When discussing this with my breast consultant, I was advised it could have been another 2-3 years before I was able to feel a 'lump'
It was found, because I went for my screening, that early detection has meant my treatment could happen before things could develop further.
I know it's easy to put it off - especially when life feels busy or you feel well - but please don't delay/forget about your appointment when that letter comes through.
For anyone who may be feeling nervous/apprehensive, about attending, I found the process to be quick ( I went to a mobile unit for my initial screening appointment and was in/out and back in the car in under 10 minutes) - If anyone has any questions about screening please feel free to drop me a message or pop into see me, my door is always open for a chat.
Remember to take time for your health.

~Northtynesidebusiness

26/10/2025

When the clocks going back used to mean an extra hour on a night out but now it’s about being up and out on a run an hour earlier. What a sunrise though 🌅

25/10/2025

We’re taking part in the November running challenge for Leukaemia because it’s an illness that’s very close to our family. It can affect the lives of those diagnosed, as well as their loved ones in many ways. By taking on this challenge, we want to do something positive — to raise vital funds that support research, treatment, and the people who are living with this illness every day. Every running step we take is for them, and for the hope of a brighter, healthier future. Support us at: https://www.justgiving.com/team/team-diggle?utm_source=IG

23/10/2025

The new defibrillator has arrived!

Thanks to our previous Strongman competitions, we’ve been able to purchase another brand new defibrillator for the local area. Now we just need to find the perfect spot for it!

It’s a great feeling knowing that the effort, energy and teamwork that go into these events are helping to make a real difference to our local community.

Thank you to for helping with the supply of the defib, we look forward to working with you again in the future!

Onto the next one! Let’s keep it going and keep the defibs coming 💪🏼

22/10/2025

❤️ A letter from our head teacher ❤️

We've heard quite a few parents and carers in the local community are under the impression they cannot apply for a place at Langley First School.

That is absolutely not the case.

Mr Ward, our head teacher, has written a letter to try and assure prospective parents of the current situation. It's available to read in the image but here it is in full:

Dear parents and carers

I am sure you will be aware of the proposals made by North Tyneside Local Authority to close Langley First School and move the children to Appletree Gardens First School as part of its Strategic Education Review.

It’s fair to say that I am devastated by this proposal, as are our passionate and committed staff.

If the proposals were to go ahead, no further Reception children would be admitted to our school from the next academic year 2026-27 and there would be no children on the Langley site by September 2027. No further logistics have been discussed, other than a proposal that Woodlawn School would expand into the Langley buildings.

Our school has a proud legacy spanning more than 70 years in our local community and has a fantastic reputation for high standards of academic achievement and nurture. We want this to continue for many years to come.

The response from our school community over the last few weeks is an example of the strength of feeling there is for Langley.

What we can do now

I understand this news will be a shock and may have an impact on your choice of schools for September 2026.

However, I would stress to you that at this stage it is just a proposal. Langley is very much open for business, and remains an option for you to choose as a destination for your child and I would like to encourage you to do so.

We have a strong team of committed parents, staff and governors working tirelessly with us on exploring alternative solutions to secure our long-term future and challenge the council on this flawed proposal. We are confident that we have a strong case.

However, in the worst case scenario of this proposal going ahead, the council has guaranteed there will be an opportunity for a second admissions process in January to secure your choice of school. If you choose Langley, your child will not be unfairly disadvantaged.

If Langley is your first choice for your child, please have faith in us and stick with us.

Yours sincerely
Simon Ward
Head teacher
Langley First School

📣 Please share this post with your parent and carer networks

21/10/2025

Love this 🩵

19/10/2025

18/10/2025

When Paddy returned from the southern hemisphere ❣️

18/10/2025

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