Does the Virtual School actually accommodate and teach children?
No, all children are placed on the roll of DfE registered schools. The Virtual School has a duty to promote educational achievement through the provision of information and advice, for Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children.
Does the Virtual School Support other groups of vulnerable children?
The Virtual School has a remit to support, monitor and act as corporate parent for Looked After Children. It also manages and distributes the Pupil Premium for Looked After Children.
The Virtual School also offers guidance for Care Experienced Children.
Does the Virtual School have Pupil Premium for Previously Looked After Children?
No, the Pupil Premium for Previously Looked After Children goes direct to schools based on the number of children it records on its January school census. Please see our section on Previously Looked After Children for more details.
How do you celebrate the achievements and attainment of LAC?
A child's educational and other achievements should always be acknowledged. Whether through PEP meetings or after exams, the Virtual School strives to ensure that the hard work and commitment made by the Looked After Child is celebrated.
The Virtual School holds monthly Resource Panel meetings, where applications to support Looked After Children are considered.
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