Education

Education is vital for all children to improve their life chances and as Foster Carers you play an important role.

As a result of their early life experiences many children in foster care may not have received a consistent and positive educational experience. As a carer you will need to ensure that children attend school regularly and that you become involved in school e.g. attending parent’s evenings and other events, offer significant support to the child with school work and at times act as an advocate.

You play a vital role in helping children and young people to achieve their potential in all areas of education, including achieving national standards (SATS) and gaining qualifications.

If your child is struggling with school attendance, please see the EBSA resources on the link below written by Staffordshire Educational Psychology Service.

Emotionally Based School Avoidance PDF (3.24 MB)