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

  • 9 May 2017 weekly update

    9 May 2017

    This week, Patrick summarises the continued further improvements in the quality of education in Kent schools as reflected in the most recent Ofsted inspection judgements.

  • 4 May 2017 weekly update

    4 May 2017

    This week, Patrick provides an update on the Education Services Company, extends an invitation to his Summer Headteacher meetings, introduces the "I'm in charge" campaign and highlights the Kent Sport Primary PE Survey.

  • 25 April 2017 weekly update

    25 April 2017

    This week, Patrick summarises the amendments to our Penalty Notice Code of Conduct and Model Attendance Policy; and highlights the introduction of Academy Conversion Charges in schools.

  • 18 April 2017 weekly update

    18 April 2017

    This week, Patrick summarises Kent's best Primary school offer day since coordinated Primary admissions began.