A guide for the designated person for looked after children in school, alongside a case study, has been published by Neath Port Talbot Country Borough Council and are available for download here… Read More
Thrive magazine for young people: Education
Why this special edition? Whether you love it or hate it, school is important. If you do well at school you will increase your chances of getting what YOU want out of life. Read More
Analysis of the Factors Contributing to the High Rates of Care in Wales
On 31st March 2018, there were 6,405 children looked after in Wales, almost 1,900 more children than were looked after in 2006. Read More
Thrive magazine for young people: School counselling
Ok, so you’re in care and sometimes it’s tough but there are people that can help you. Do you know where to get that help? Read More
‘Being a student with care experience is very daunting’ – Findings from a survey of care-experienced students in Scottish colleges and universities
CELCIS, the Centre for Excellence for Children’s Care and Protection based at the University of Strathclyde, has published the findings of Scotland’s first nation-wide survey of care-experienced Read More
PDG Review
The PDG Review outlines arrangements in place for supporting LAC pupils at Ysgol Penrhyn New Broughton. Read More
When I’m Ready FAQ: Planning transition to adulthood for care leavers
This resource draws on the questions, ideas and suggestions presented through our national consultation work with foster carers… Read More
Contributions from other sources
Rumney Primary School, Cardiff
This case study, which focuses on Rumney Primary School, focuses on the designated person for looked after children and the use of therapies to support social and emotional needs. Read More
Housing Options and Care Leavers: Improving Outcomes into Adulthood
This Inform briefing provides an overview of information, policy and legislation and outlines the importance of good housing and accommodation options that improve outcomes for care leavers. Read More
