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.

  • 4 February 2016 weekly update

    4 February 2016

    This week we have the Primary School Accountability in 2016, The Floor Standard, Progress Measures and National Apprenticeship Awards.

  • 27 January 2016 weekly update

    27 January 2016

    This week we have the DfE Performance Tables GCSE update, Key Stage 4 gender differences, outcomes for vulnerable groups at Key Stage 4 and dates for the upcoming Headteacher meetings.

  • 21 January 2016 weekly update

    21 January 2016

    This week we have an update on Counter-extremism and resources for schools who have a duty to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism.

  • 13 January 2016 weekly update

    13 January 2016

    This week Patrick welcomes the new Head of School Improvement and we have an update on the recently published Ofsted Annual Report on Education and Skills.