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C/EC/314. Instability within Care System and its Impact on Children's and Young People's Ability to Succeed in Education

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2012
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The paper examines the effects of instability in the care system on the educational outcomes of looked-after children. Related legislation is reviewed including Children Act 2004, the practices of the National Foster Care Association, etc. Factors influencing educational outcomes of young people are identified analysing UK strategies that are aimed to improve the educational opportunities of children in care.

 

KEYWORDS: Instability, Care System, Children, Young People, Education,