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School Census - Summer 2019

10 May

This is a final reminder that the Summer Term School Census Day is Thursday 16 May 2019.

Preparing for Change

4 Apr

Supporting transitions for vulnerable children and young people.

Support for Young Women Aged 14 to 25 in Maidstone Struggling with Body Image and Confidence

4 Apr

Maidstone and Mid-Kent Mind are delighted to be delivering another cohort of the 'Forward Thinking Females (FTF)' programme in Maidstone this April.

Over the Counter (OTC) Medicines for Children

29 Mar

In March 2018, NHS England published guidance about reducing the prescribing of medicines or treatments that are available to buy over the counter.

Take part in our Post 16 Transport consultation

25 Feb

We’re currently consulting on our Post 16 Transport Policy for 2019/20.

Early Years and Childcare training opportunities

7 Feb

A roundup of the Early Years and Childcare training opportunities over the next month from The Education People.

Spring Headteacher Briefings

7 Feb

The next round of Headteacher Briefings are taking place in March and the focus of these meetings will be announced soon.

The Spirit of Try Angle Awards

1 Feb

These awards were introduced in 1994 to raise the profile of people aged 11-18 or who are special needs aged up to 25 in the community who really try.

2018 - 2019 BFI Film Academy Screening

16 Jan

On 26 January two short films made by aspiring filmmakers selected to take part in the BFI Film Academy, will be screened at the Folkestone Quarterhouse.

Keep your computer protected

Important information for schools to protect your computer from the current virus threat.

KCC news

Dover secondary school praised for its commitment to inclusion following positive Ofsted inspection

22 Oct

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.

Supporting mental wellbeing as children settle into the school year

21 Oct

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.

Twenty apprentices graduate from county council employment programme

19 Oct

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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