1. THE ATTAINMENT OF CHILDREN IN CARE CORPORATE PARENTING BOARD 20 th APRIL 2010

2. Children in Care – The Context England 59,500 (March 2008) Lancashire 1267 (August 2009)

3. Lancashire’s Virtual School Roll Primary Phase Not school age =269 Reception= 44 Year 1= 45 Year 2= 49 Year 3= 45 Year 4= 55 Year 5= 77 Year 6= 51 Total= 635

4. Lancashire’s Virtual School Roll Secondary Phase Year 7 = 63 Year 8 = 80 Year 9= 81 Year 10=110 Year 11 = 125 Year 12 =114 Year 13 = 57 18+= 2 Total=632

5. Schools and Children There are 647 schools in Lancashire 276 schools have Children in Care on roll. 163 Children in Care are educated in schools outside Lancashire.

6. Key Stage 1 - % Children in Care achieving at least Level 2. England 2006200720082009 Reading57% 55%57%? Writing 52% 51% 50%? Maths 65%64%62%? Lancashire 2006200720082009 Reading 29% 62%40%58% Writing 29% 62% 43%50% Maths 40%62%37%65% In 2008, compared to our statistical neighbours, in reading Lancashire were 5th highest of 11, writing 7th highest of 11, maths 6th highest of 11.

7. Key Stage 2 - % Children in Care achieving at least Level 4. England 2006200720082009 English43% 46%46%? Maths 41% 43% 44%? Science57%59%60%? Lancashire 2006200720082009 English 36% 40%45%44% Maths 31% 42% 32%44% Science 50%60%47%49% In 2008, compared to our statistical neighbours, in English Lancashire were 9th highest of 11, maths 5th highest of 11, science 5th highest of 11.

8. Key Stage 4 - % Young People in Care – GCSE results. England 2006200720082009 1 GCSE grades A*-G63% 63%66%? 5 GCSEs grades A*-G41% 43% 43%? 5 GCSEs grades A*-C12%13%14%? Lancashire 2006200720082009 1 GCSE grades A*-G66% 70%70%78% 5 GCSEs grades A*-G44% 50% 45%49% 5 GCSEs grades A*-C11%10%13%22% 5 GCSEs grades A*-C E+M8%12% In 2008, compared to our statistical neighbours, 1 grade A*-G Lancashire were 5th highest of 11, 5+A*-G 10th highest of 11, 5+A*-C 7th highest of 11

9. Reasons for the low attainment 70% of children in are in care as a result of abuse or neglect. Many have traumatic experiences prior to coming in to care. It should be noted that 32% of children in care in Lancashire have statements of Special Educational Need, against 3% of all children in Lancashire's schools. Have attachment issues – distrust of adults, or over dependence on particular adults. Move school, often several times. Have time out of school. Often do not have the benefit of an engaged parent (carer) ensuring a good education for their child. Exhibit particular traits which limit their capacity to learn when in school. Are confronted by stereotypes – the belief that children in care are not successful and cannot be successful.

10. WHO MONITORS AND SUPPORTS THE CHILDREN Each school has a Designated Teacher for children in care, a statutory requirement from 1st September 2009. It is the responsibility of this member of staff to support and monitor the progress of each child who is in care at the school. Lancashire's Virtual School for Children in Care was created in 2008 (previously the Education of Looked After Children Team). The Virtual School team consists of the Headteacher, 4 Education of Children in Care Consultants, and an administration officer. The main purpose of the team is to support and monitor the children's progress. Each School Adviser and School Improvement Partner checks the progress of the children in visits to the school which take place each term. Three Learning Mentors are about to be appointed – one year contracts, funding from the Schools Forum. Lancashire has “signed up” with the DCSF to become a Boarding School Pathfinder – offering places for children in care at Boarding Schools across the country.

11. WHAT ARE WE DOING TO IMPROVE THE ATTAINMENT LEVELS (1) A detailed action plan has been implemented which includes: –Improving data management including tracking and monitoring; –Improving the quality of provision; A comprehensive training programme is being provided for Designated Teachers. Training for Social Workers, including 2 conferences with teaching staff from Lancashire's schools. A new electronic Personal Education Plan is now in place for all children in care. Individual support has been provided for pupils including 1-1 tuition at Key Stage 2 and GCSE tuition at Key Stage 4. Training on Maths support has been provided at Key Stage 2. Individual targets have been set with schools for all children in care in Year 6 and Year 11. Pupil progress has been monitored through the Virtual School team and School Improvement Partners. Exclusions have been monitored and intervention has taken place where appropriate. Training for carers on educational issues is taking place.

12. WHAT ARE WE DOING TO IMPROVE THE ATTAINMENT LEVELS (2) A £500 Personal Education Allowance is available for each child in care who is under achieving. This is funded from the Care Matters Grant. Children in care are top priorities for the 2 latest DCSF initiatives, One to One Tuition, and Extended Services Disadvantage Subsidy. A laptop and wireless internet connection has been provided for all children in care in Years 7 to 13. A website for children in care to access to support their learning has been created - http://vle.webed.lancsngfl.ac.uk. For those young people in care who go to university, Lancashire pays all Tuition Fees, all Accommodation Fees, and awards an annual Bursary. (Student Services) Residential taster sessions for Looked After Children have taken place at the University of Central Lancashire (Preston) and Lancaster University.

13. How It Can All Come Together!!

14. A hobby, a PEA, a residential visit to Lancaster University, a possible career!

15. REPORT FROM THE SHADOW CORPORATE PARENTING BOARD 25 th MARCH 2010

16. There were two aims to the day a)To consider issues surrounding NEET b)b) To suggest ways of reducing NEET. The numbers of children and young people in care, and attainment results were examined.

17. NEET National Data 2009 Number of 16 – 18 year olds = 1,293,000 In education = 579,000 (45%) Work Based Learning = 127,000 (10%) Training = 187,000 (14%) Jobs without training = 201,000 (15%) NEET = 209,000 (16%)

18. LANCASHIRE NEET (16-18), FEB 2010 FIGURES Hyndburn29013.4% Burnley 3219.4% Chorley13612.0% Ribble Valley292.4% Wyre1596.5% Lancaster2987.7% South Ribble1602.7% Pendle2099.3% Preston4179.3% Rossendale1349.3% Fylde998.4% West Lancs1186.6% Total23687.2% LAC, Care Leavers7638%

19. Three Categories of NEET 22% Undecided NEET – unsatisfied with present opportunities. 40% Open to Learning NEET – likely to participate in education. 38% Sustained NEET – face many barriers, low attainment, negative experiences of school, poor adult role models.

20. Stability and those who attained no qualifications (1) StudentTime in carePlacementsNumber of schools A3 years15 B11 years54 C10 years64 D3 years83 E1 year52 F6 years64 G1 year22 H1 year63 I7 years33

21. Stability and those who attained no qualifications (2) StudentTime in carePlacementsNumber of schools J4 years43 K3 years72 L2 years22 M1 year72 N7 years55 O14 years144 P1 year61 Q3 years31 I2 years83

22. The 14-19 Agenda in Lancashire - Addressing the needs of all learners Ian Phillips 14-19 Adviser

23. Transformation ‘plans to transform opportunity for young people through changes to curriculum, qualifications and the organisation of education and training, so that every young person will be able to pursue a course of study that would meet their needs and aspirations and prepare themselves for success in life. ‘

24. 14-19 Reform: Structure Machinery Of Government 14-19 Partnerships NEET / Participation IAG Services + Standards Employer Engagement ECM Qualifications Reform Funding 14-19 Curriculum QUALITY

25. 14-19 Reform: Curriculum GCSEs Functional Skills Secondary Curriculum Review A Levels Project/ Extended Project Apprenticeships KS4 Engagement programme Foundation Learning The Diploma The whole curriculum Progression Pathways Apprenticeship, employment and HE

26. 4 National Frameworks for Learning General GCSEs AS/A Levels Functional Skills in all learning routes Foundation Learning Unless there is clear evidence of need, or where young people are studying in informal non-accredited provision, all publicly funded qualifications for young people will fall within one of four routes:

27. Progress and progression routes across 14 -19, as part of a learners entitlement

28. FL Framework Principal Learning Skills, Knowledge and Understanding central to chosen line of learning Generic Learning FS in Mathematics, English and ICT PLTS/PSD Project Additional Specialist Learning Optional units Broaden and deepen learning Facilitate progress to other levels 10 days min. Work Experience Functional Skills Stand alone qualifications in FS in Mathematics, English and ICT Subject / Vocational Knowledge and Understanding central to Learner aspiration & progression Personal and Social Development Work Experience/WRL Quals that accommodate spiky profiles Quals that broaden and deepen learning in a level or at higher levels Clear progression choices and routes Diploma Framework NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) Knowledge and Understanding central to chosen occupational area Key Skills (Functional Skills) Technical Certificate Sector specific Apprenticeship Framework

29. PhaseDiploma areaAvailability Phase 1 ICT, Health and Social Care, Engineering, Creative and Media and Construction and the Built Environment. September 2008 Phase 2 Land-Based and Environmental, Manufacturing, Hair and Beauty, Business Administration and Finance and Hospitality and Catering September 2009 Phase 3 Public Services, Sport and Leisure, Retail, Travel and Tourism September 2010 Phase 4 Science, Humanities and Languages September 2011 Diplomas : Roll out

30. Diplomas in Lancashire 13 Diploma programmes running from September 2009 - 270 learners 50 Diploma programmes running from September 2010 – September 2010 A further 20 are scheduled to start from September 2011 100 Diploma Groups

31. Dave McHale Care 2 Work initiative. This is a national initiative, run by the National Care Advisory Service. This works to form local links with industry to provide apprenticeship opportunities. Care 2 Work hopes to make a pledge to young people – to guarantee a learning opportunity, possible an apprenticeship.

32. Charlotte Iddon – Future Horizons Lancashire Local Authority has 43,000 employees the second largest employer in Lancashire after the NHS. Future Horizons is a pre-apprenticeship programme for 16-18 NEET and / or looked after young people. In the first pilot 15 out of 18 achieved positive outcomes. Currently there are 47 on the programme, with a further 60 – 80 places to be offered in 2010-11. Apprenticeships are for all ages, Lancashire have 300+ individuals who have been successful in the last 5 years.

33. WorkStart There are 2 further initiatives – Work Start which is a Public Sector Work Trial. There have been 99 placements to date, of these 65 have secured long term employment after engaging with WorkStart. WorkStart+ offers a 6 month training contract paid to develop further employability skills.

34. Young People's Input The young people present suggested the following as being helpful and beneficial – Having a "Trusted Adult" who they could go to with any topic, and to give them encouragement. Access to the YMCA and Children's Rights. Training for school staff, to understand the issues children in care face, and "not to exclude on the first instance".

35. Concerns Lancashire does not have a "Reduction of NEET Strategy". There are a significant number of initiatives, and a massive amount of information. Co- ordination is needed. "Silos" still exist, and there is evidence of some reluctance to share information. Lack of resources for early intervention ie Primary School age.

36. Quick Wins or Actions Personal Education Plan to include a section on employment interests. PEP to continue post 16. Establishment of Education Champions in Residential Units (Children's Homes). More training for Foster Carers, covering a range of educational and career issues (for the young people). Disseminate information about the SEAL programme to schools – (Social and Emotional Aspects of Learning).