Looked-After Children
This brief video outlines key information for schools about looked-after children.
Supporting the Education of Children in Care
Children Looked After (CLA) face unique challenges that can impact their educational outcomes. 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 exclusions, recognising that school 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
- Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQs)
- Reach to Teach App
- Pupil Premium Plus
- Training Offer
- A Relational Approach and Attachment Research Community (ARC)
- Attachment, Trauma, Awareness Settings (ATAS)
- Education Psychologists Consultations
- Attendance, Suspensions and Exclusions
- Admissions
- Governors