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

  • 6 July 2018 weekly update

    6 July 2018

    This week, Matt introduces some key DfE policy developments and shares the presentation from his recent Headteacher Briefings.

  • 29 June 2018 weekly update

    29 June 2018

    This week, Matt gives an update on The Education People's leadership team and outlines how recent discussions has allowed a more focussed approach to take shape.

  • 21 June 2018 weekly update

    21 June 2018

    This week, Matt provides an update on two new permanent Director appointments in the CYPE Directorate, plus an overview on forthcoming changes to the Primary School Improvement Team.

  • 14 June 2018 weekly update

    14 June 2018

    This week, Matt gives an update on the recently updated Kent Fair Access Protocol which has now been agreed by the majority of Kent schools, which will be formally implemented in September 2018.