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```html Semi-independent care is a structured, transitional accommodation provision designed for young people—typically aged 16 to 18—who are preparing to leave the statutory care system. It bridges the critical gap between heavily supported placements, such as foster care or children's homes, and...
Introduction: What are Looked After Children? Looked After Children, also known as children in care, are individuals who are placed under the care and supervision of the local authority. This can occur for a variety of reasons, including neglect, abuse, or the inability of parents or guardians to...
In my years working within the care system and sharing life stories, I’ve seen how pivotal one person can be in changing a child's trajectory. When a child has additional needs, that person is often the Special Educational Needs Coordinator, or SENCO. Understanding this role is vital whether you...
```html A Personal Advisor (PA) is a dedicated professional who provides practical and emotional support to young people as they transition from being "looked after" to living independently. Acting as a bridge between the care system and adulthood, a PA helps care leavers navigate everything from...
If you are caring for a looked-after child, or you are a professional new to the sector, the acronyms can feel endless. But the Personal Education Plan (PEP) is one of the most vital tools we have. In my years of experience, both living through the care system and working within it, I’ve seen PEP...
Parents in the UK are in a powerful position to shape how their children feel about learning for the rest of their lives. Long before GCSEs, SATs or Ofsted reports, curiosity starts (and can be quietly snuffed out) at home. This guide is about how you can protect that spark and help your child...
What is Pupil Premium? TL;DR Summary Pupil Premium is UK government funding for schools to support looked after children, those who have left care, and those eligible for free school meals. It helps schools provide extra staff, emotional support, and educational resources. Eligible children can...
Introduction: Being a looked after child can have a profound and lasting impact on a young person's life. While every experience is unique, there are common challenges and long-term effects that care leavers often face. This article aims to shed light on these effects, emphasizing the importance...
Working With Your Social Worker Header Being in care can be a confusing time. You might have a lot of questions and worries about what's happening. One of the most important people in your life right now is your https://thefrontline.org.uk/become-a-social-worker/. They're there to help you, but...
SEND stands for Special Educational Needs And disabilities and can affect a child’s or young person’s ability to learn. this can affect their: Social Skills, Abilities to make friends, Reading and writing Issues, Ability to understand things, Concentration Issues or Physical Abilities.
If your unsure who your local authority is you can use your postcode and visit the NHS Local Authority Adult Social Care services database or ask your care giver or social worker / personal advisor. Normally your local authority is set in your place of birth. if you was born in Kent but got moved to a london borough. in most cases you will remain a looked after child or adult with Kent County Council
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