Professionals
PEP
1. What is a PEP All children looked-after (CLA) must have a care plan, of which the Personal Education Plan (PEP) is an integral part. The PEP (pre-school, to age 18) should be initiated as part of the care plan. A PEP meeting must take place each term for every Child Looked After. It is an evolving […]London Marathon reality for Sutton Virtual School Headteacher
Kate Leyshon, Headteacher Sutton Virtual School will be finally running the London Marathon for real on 3rd Oct and is raising money to support the Cognus charity the Duffus Cancer Foundation. This charity works to support children impacted by the cancer diagnosis of friends and family and also helps young people build self esteem. Last year, […]Read more on London Marathon reality for Sutton Virtual School Headteacher
Advice and Support for Professionals
We are here to provide professionals working with children and young people with a social worker advice and support to improve their educational outcomes. We are passionate about all children having the support and opportunity to fulfil their potential and strive to provide those working to support children who have, or had a social worker, […]Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH)
Here are some services to support emotional well-being and mental health: Signposting: For mental health Off The Record (OTR): Sutton young people’s counselling service, which offers weekly drop-ins with no appointment needed, as well as the option of online counselling. Sign up on the off the record website Kooth: A free safe and anonymous place to find support […]Children with a social worker
Our mission To promote the education of children who have, or have had a social worker (CWSW), so that children are more effectively supported to overcome educational barriers, make good progress and fulfil their educational potential. How do we promote the education of children with a social worker? Identifying and addressing barriers to education – […]Excellent Enrichment!
Summer Funday Sutton Virtual School and the Children in Care Council joined up over the summer to hold a Funday for the children, young people and families we work with. We welcomed over 20 families who participated in creating some art pieces, tested their aim with a penalty shootout, tried their hand at learning some […]University online taster sessions 2021
Want to find out what it’s like to study at University (from home)? Interested in something but not sure if you want to study it further? Your school summer holiday is a good time to broaden your horizons and take part in an online event run by a UK university. Online Taster Sessions and Summer […]Powerful film unlocks opportunities to support care experienced young people
Professionals working with Sutton’s children looked after had the opportunity to view the critically acclaimed short film ‘Be-Longing’ directed by Mike McKenzie. Sutton Virtual School staff who watched the film were impressed at the emotional and poignant story of a child in care. The film skilfully challenges professionals to continually consider the impact of decision […]Read more on Powerful film unlocks opportunities to support care experienced young people