ELEVEN schools are teaming up in a bid to gain Investors in People (IIP) recognition.

The primary schools, all in the Stockton-on-Tees area, will share good practice standards and work together to gain accreditation.

The Local Education Authority, Stockton Borough Council, and Learning and Skills Council, will provide support and advice.

Alex Cunningham, Stockton council's cabinet member for education, leisure and cultural services, said: "Investors in People is all about pursuing commitment to employee motivation and job satisfaction to ensure that the right people are doing the right jobs in order to produce the right results.