Book a consultation

We run free consultations in relation to a Sutton child or young person under the remit of the Virtual School:  Child in Need, Child Protection, Child Looked After, Previously Looked After, has/had involvement from a Social Worker, Kinship, or Special Guardianship. Consultations offer professionals a problem-solving space to work towards tangible next steps to support the young people.  To book, complete the consultation form and contact anyone you ask us to invite, so they’ll know we’ll be in touch.  For queries, please contact Eva, the Virtual School Business Support Officer, on Eva.brown@cognus.org.uk .

When do consultations run?

Two 45-minute slots on Monday mornings at 9:30am and10:30am (term time only)

Who is this for?

Social workers and social care practitioners. School staff, including DSLs, DTs and teachers working with:

  • ChiN
  • CP
  • CLA
  • PCLA
  • SGO
  • Kinship

What’s the format?

Fill out a short consultation form to give some context so we can tailor advice around the individual case. Once submitted, we’ll contact you and invitees to book a consultation session. The consultation will be with:

  • A Virtual School adviser
  • An Educational Psychologist (EP)
  • An Attendance Support Team member where you indicate attendance is a key issue