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

  • 22 March 2019 weekly update

    22 March 2019

    This week, Matt introduces changes to the Kent Scheme pay award, pay scales and annual leave from 1 April.

  • 15 March 2019 weekly update

    15 March 2019

    This week, Matt outlines Kent’s successful bid to the Supporting Families Against Youth Crime Fund and introduces our Frequently Asked Questions to support schools around Brexit.

  • 8 March 2019 weekly update

    8 March 2019

    This week, Matt summarises Kent's Secondary school offer day.

  • 1 March 2019 weekly update

    1 March 2019

    This week, Matt shares information on school budgets, local funding arrangements, the National Funding Formula and 1% High Needs Block transfer; and gives an update on our Pupil Referral Unit funding model consultation.