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.

  • 23 September 2025 weekly update

    23 September 2025

    This week, Christine updates on emotional health and wellbeing, CYPE committees, School Funding Forum, Stronger Practice Early Years Hub, headteacher briefings and the Lunchtime Leadership Lounge.

  • 12 September 2025 weekly update

    12 September 2025

    This week, Christine welcomes new headteachers and chief executives to Kent, and updates on STLS, Communities of Schools, Family Learning and World Suicide Prevention Day.

  • 18 July 2025 weekly update

    18 July 2025

    This week, Christine updates on Community of Schools Provision Maps, Pathways for All, the Autumn term headteacher briefings and a new informal lunchtime Teams session, and the Early Years Review.

  • 11 July 2025 weekly update

    11 July 2025

    This week, Christine updates on Kent's approach to supporting literacy development difficulties including dyslexia; SEND funding; and communities of schools and KsENT.