The latest from the Director

17 July 2026 weekly update

17 July 2026

This week, Christine updates on inspections and Local Government Reorganisation, and extends her wishes for a restful summer break.

  • 5 July 2019 weekly update

    5 July 2019

    This week, Matt introduces the research evidence underpinning Ofsted’s proposed education inspection framework.

  • 28 June 2019 weekly update

    28 June 2019

    This week, Matt introduces our SEND - Your Voice online questionnaire and our new Safeguarding Children Multi-agency Partnership Arrangements.

  • 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.