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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) South East, along with the NHS and local directors of public health are urging residents to check that they are up to date with their MMR vaccinations following nine new cases of measles within Kent and Medway since 1 July 2026.

The KCC Counter Fraud Team have been made aware of a fraud incident made against one of the schools within the county.

Active Kent and Medway are pleased to announce the date of the 2027 Primary PE and Physical Activity Conference - Thursday 18 March 2027.

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a product recall for John Lewis and Partners doorstops and draught excluders.

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a product recall for Squeezy Dumpling Toys sold by Samsons Cash and Carry Ltd.

Kent and Medway's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) has published a Safer Schools pack designed to help schools keep children and young people safe by preventing violence.

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Our Autumn 2026 NPQ cohort is open for recruitment, with several fully funded DfE scholarship opportunities available for schools across Kent.

The DfE have issued revised 16 to 19 allocation statements.

Complete your PE and sport premium digital expenditure reporting return by Wednesday 30 September 2026.

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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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