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.

  • 11 July 2017 weekly update

    11 July 2017

    This week, Patrick outlines the background to the recently updated and refreshed SEND Strategy for Kent, which constitutes KCC’s policy for discharging our responsibilities for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

  • 6 July 2017 weekly update

    6 July 2017

    This week, Patrick gives an overview of the provisional Key Stage 2 results and provides details of in-year changes to High Needs Funding.

  • 27 June 2017 weekly update

    27 June 2017

    This week, Patrick shares, as part of our High Needs Funding and LIFT Reviews, a link to the High Needs Funding survey and LIFT review questionnaire; and an update around Penalty Notices.

  • 20 June 2017 weekly update

    20 June 2017

    This week, Patrick outlines the developments made recently to improve the support services in Kent for children and young people's emotional health and wellbeing.