We offer a wide range of training, support, and information sharing events which focus on the specific needs of Looked After Children.

A variety of different activities and events available to those within the Virtual School.

Virtual School recognise the importance of social, emotional and mental health need.

Worcestershire Virtual School support pupils in the early years foundation stage, from the age of two.

Additional support and resources for pupils in the early years foundation stage, from the age of two.

In the Worcestershire Virtual School team there are two learning advocates supporting young people who are Post-16 Children Looked After.

Looking after a fostered child is a complex and challenging role, here you will find some useful resources to help you.

As an authority, we recognise the need to support our UASC living in and outside of Worcestershire.

From September 2021, the Virtual School Head’s role has been extended to include the strategic leadership of promoting the education outcomes of all children and young people with a social worker.

Safeguarding principles within the Virtual School.

Collection of useful links to guidance and resources.

What you need to know about applying for Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP).

Information about PP+ funding for PLAC.

Find out about Inclusion Plans for PLAC.

How parents and schools can support and understand the needs of PLAC.

From September 2024 Worcestershire Virtual school will provide advice and information to all kinship carers with special guardianship and child arrangements orders as part of their non-statutory role.

Courses for parents and carers that are supporting Previously Looked After Children (PLAC) or those in kinship arrangements.

CATCH is an online community of information and support for adopters, special guardians, foster carers and the professionals who work with them.