The latest from the Director

22 May 2026 weekly update

22 May 2026

This week, David Adams updates on Free School Meals (FSM) – 2026/27 academic year changes

  • 21 June 2019 weekly update

    21 June 2019

    This week, Matt introduces proposed changes to the methodology for calculating Alternative Provision funding in Kent.

  • 14 June 2019 weekly update

    14 June 2019

    This week, Matt introduces a change to the 2019/20 term dates; and summarises Ofsted headlines regarding the inspections of outstanding schools and the role of governance under the new Ofsted framework.

  • 7 June 2019 weekly update

    7 June 2019

    This week, Matt summarises the quality of education in Kent schools as reflected in the most recent Ofsted inspection judgements.

  • 22 May 2019 weekly update

    22 May 2019

    This week, Matt extends an invitation to the Summer Headteacher Briefings.