Becoming a kinship carer, Financial support and benefits, Childcare and education, Contact time with family, Health and wellbeing, Death and bereavement
Organisations that provide specialist support and advice relevant to kinship care.
In this collection, you will find information on childcare and education including financial support, how the school system works and information on virtual schools.
Becoming a kinship carer, Financial support and benefits, Childcare and education, Contact time with family, Health and wellbeing, Death and bereavement
Organisations that provide specialist support and advice relevant to kinship care.
Financial support and benefits, Childcare and education
Stepping up to raise a child can incur additional costs, such as paying for a school uniform or school meals. Here’s how to get financial help with school costs.
Childcare and education
Schools have a responsibility towards children and young people in kinship care. Find out how the school should be supporting your child.
Childcare and education
Caring for a SEND child is rewarding but can be challenging. It’s important to understand what your family is entitled to so you can make the right choices when choosing a school for your child.
Financial support and benefits, Childcare and education
Education Maintenance Allowance is money that young people in Wales aged 16–18 can claim to support their full-time education.
Financial support and benefits, Childcare and education
Pupil Premium Plus is special funding for schools in England to promote the education of pupils who are or have been in the care of children’s services.
Childcare and education
Finding the right school for a child in kinship care is an important decision for your family. This guide steps you through the main considerations.
Financial support and benefits, Childcare and education
Childcare costs can be expensive. As a kinship carer, you may be entitled to financial support to help cover the cost of childcare.
Childcare and education
Information for kinship carers on childcare options for children aged 0-16, including nurseries, pre-schools, childminders and nannies.