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It is crucial that fire doors in buildings and offices are kept closed to ensure they function as intended during a fire emergency.

Free numeracy programme to boost parental engagement and attainment for primary schools in Kent.

As part of the engagement, self-harm support resources were created and shared with professionals, young people, and the wider community.

Updated autumn guidance packs for managing outbreaks.

The latest updates from HR Connect including webinars on STPCD and Teachers’ Pay Policy; and Innovation and Data Protection - how to use AI responsibly in schools.

The Finance Information Groups (FIGs) are held three times a year by Schools Financial Services and are free for all finance staff in Kent schools to attend.

School leaders should develop and implement arrangements for carrying out premises health and safety inspections.

KCC’s Health and Safety Team have produced a minimum standard and risk assessment for Pregnant Workers and New Mothers.

Helping KCC staff build financial resilience with simple saving and ethical loans direct from salary.

The School-based Nursery (SBN) Capital Grant 2025 to 2026 provides up to £150,000 in capital funding to help schools create new or expand existing nursery provision.

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Kent County Council's Cabinet Member for Education and Skills, Beverley Fordham, has praised St Edmund's Catholic School in Dover following a recent visit to learn more about its inclusive approach to education and pupil support.

As pupils head into half term, families may notice that the excitement and anticipation of the new school year has begun to settle. As children navigate new routines, friendships, homework and social pressures, some may start to feel overwhelmed, tired or a bit anxious.

For so many young people the chance to ‘earn while they learn’ after leaving school offers an attractive opportunity to gain a qualification while earning a wage through job-based learning.

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