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.

  • 21 January 2015 weekly update

    21 January 2015

    Find out about a new appointment to the post of Director of Education Quality and Standards, and the proposed budget for schools 2015-16.

  • 13 January 2015 weekly update

    13 January 2015

    Following the tragic events in Paris last week and heightened concerns about security and extremism in this country I thought I would update you on plans we have for providing schools with materials and training opportunities to address these issues.

  • 6 January 2015 weekly update

    6 January 2015

    Happy New Year. I hope you and your staff had a relaxing Christmas break. As we begin 2015 we have a number of ambitious plans to improve what we do in Education and Young People's Services.