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  • Children and young people who have (or have had) support from children’s social care are a priority group for education providers, including sixth forms, colleges and other post-16 settings. The Virtual School works with education providers and partner agencies across Hampshire to help improve educational outcomes, participation and future opportunities for these young people. This support recognises that young people with a social care practitioner may face additional challenges that can affect their education, wellbeing and progression into adulthood.  

    What can I expect from my child’s school, college or post-16 education provider? 

    • positive partnerships that support you and your child throughout their post-16 education. This includes supporting engagement, participation, wellbeing, attendance, achievement and future progression into employment, apprenticeships, further training or higher education 

    • regular communication about your child's strengths, achievements and any areas where additional support may be needed 

    • opportunities for your young person to share their views and participate in decisions about their education and support 

    • a targeted response to emerging needs, including concerns relating to attendance, mental health, wellbeing, safeguarding, SEND or engagement with learning 

    • support to help your child make successful transitions into and through post-16 education and to plan for their next steps 

    • engagement with wider services and organisations where appropriate, including social care, health services, careers services and specialist support agencies 

    • a commitment to maintaining high aspirations for your young person's educational achievement and future opportunities  

     

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