

What is a Virtual School?
The Virtual School is a statutory service which exists to support and challenge all those involved in the children in care. As of May 2022 we currently support 572 compulsory school age and 127 pre-school and 181 Post-16 students (this can change daily). It works closely with colleagues both in education setting and social care.
The Worcestershire Virtual School supports children looked after aged from 2 years old to 18 years old to raise standards and improve educational outcomes with a network of staff supporting colleagues and agencies in these areas. Post-16 Learning Advocates are a new additional to the Virtual School they support young people through a Personal Progression Plan.
Worcestershire Virtual School Safeguarding Policy
The purpose of this policy is to provide a secure framework for all staff in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of those pupils who are part of the Virtual School (VS). Our school recognises that the safety and welfare of children is paramount and that we have a responsibility to protect children in all of our schools’ activities. We take all reasonable steps to ensure, through appropriate procedures and training, that all children, irrespective of sex, age, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual identity or social status, are protected from abuse.