Some resources to support the education of Children Looked After
If you have useful documents or resources that you would like to share via this page please email thevirtualschool@somerset.gov.uk
Some links to useful websites exploring the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences
https://www.blackburn.gov.uk/Pages/aces.aspx
http://www.aces.me.uk/in-england/
https://youngminds.org.uk/resources/policy/addressing-adversity-book/
Social Emotional & Mental Health Snapshots
Links to our regular sharing of support and suggestions around Social Emotional and Mental Health issues
and linked resources
Some resources to support staff CPD/Staff meetings
A training activity or for discussion at meetings for school staff
An introduction into being In Care and In school through ten everyday scenarios.
These lessons are aimed at primary aged children in Years 5 and 6.
These lessons are aimed at secondary aged children in Years 9 or 10.
Statutory guidance
Guidance on supporting transitions for Children Looked After
‘What Survival Looks Like in Secondary School’ – www.innerworldwork.co.uk resource
‘What Survival looks Like In Primary School’ – www.innerworldwork.co.uk resource
Guidance on supporting the Attendance of Children Looked After
Information on Children Looked After for School Governors/Trustees
CLA Information for Governors
EPS Sensory Processing Handbook
Link to this helpful and practical guide from Somerset’s Education Psychology Team
Some resources to support Home Learning
Click here for a link to pages of online learning links and websites