Watched the BBC Panorama programme tonight about children and young people in care. It painted an emotional story about the lives of some young people currently in the care system, moving between Foyer, Hostel and foster home, key worker, support worker and social worker.
Since the tragic death of 'Baby P', the number of children taken into care has risen by 40%. Schools are now required to have an identified and trained 'Designated Teacher' to co-ordinate the sensitive and effective education journey for those in the care system. What are the responsibilities of colleges and other providers in the lifelong learning sector? Does your placement college have an identified process for the monitoring of young people in care? Do they complete Personal Education Plans (PEPs)? Would your approach to pastoral care be different for a young person living in the care system? How and why?
Further reading: Department for Education Guidance
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