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

  • 10 May 2019 weekly update

    10 May 2019

    This week, Matt provides highlights from two key publications.

  • 3 May 2019 weekly update

    3 May 2019

    This week, Matt introduces changes to the way unpaid Penalty Notices for non-school attendance are prosecuted.

  • 26 April 2019 weekly update

    26 April 2019

    This week, Matt details the actions and next steps following the Ofsted SEND inspection.

  • 4 April 2019 weekly update

    4 April 2019

    This week, Matt shares the latest Education Endowment Foundation guidance report on using digital technology to improve pupils' learning.