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.

  • 24 May 2017 weekly update

    24 May 2017

    This week, Patrick provides an overview and an analysis on Kent’s latest permanent and fixed term exclusion report data.

  • 17 May weekly update

    17 May 2017

    This week, Patrick highlights the expanding apprenticeship pathways for young people and the opportunities this provides to schools.

  • 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.