Looked-After Children
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This brief video outlines key information for schools and settings about looked-after children in Early Years.
Supporting the Education of Children in Care
Children Looked After (CLA) face unique challenges that can impact their educational outcomes and development. The Virtual School plays a vital role in promoting their achievement and wellbeing across all education settings.
Key Aims
- Raise awareness of the barriers faced by CLA and ensure high aspirations across all agencies
- Support attendance and reduce suspensions, recognising that education is a protective factor
- Improve outcomes and close the attainment gap for CLA
Click here to access important resources, including:
- Virtual School Guide to PEPs, Statutory Duties and More
- The Personal Education Plan (PEP)
- The PEP Toolkit
- Course: Training Offer
- Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQs)
- Reach to Teach App
- Pupil Premium Plus
- Early Years Resources
- Education Psychologists Consultations
- Attendance, Suspensions and Exclusions
- Admissions
- Governors
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
