I attended a great professional learning session this week, sharing and exploring current strategies and ideas on how to address the support necessary for looked-after children.
A colleague working closely with the county council is supporting us to ensure that the care for these pupils is adequate and appropriate for their needs within the school setting.
What is a looked-after child? A child usually becomes looked-after when a parent or next of kin is unable or unsuitable to care for them. The majority of children who are looked after by a local authority are placed with foster carers in an effort to protect their right to life within a family environment. At my school we have only a small number.
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