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Dec
02

I couldn't bring myself to write the acronym 'LAC'


Continuing the theme of Graham's first blog post on language and labelling, giving examples of when this is unhelpful.   Read More ...


Oct
17

University can be a tricky place if you have been in care


This blog post explores the findings of a recent briefing from CELCIS about going to university from care.   Read More ...

Topic : Education, Legislation
Author :

Dec
14

A fair financial deal for care experienced students


How the Student Support Review Group is trying to ensure care experienced students have a fair standard of living.   Read More ...


Oct
09

Let’s stop referring to children by acronyms


Dr Graham Connelly discusses the use of acronyms when talking about looked after children and children in care.   Read More ...

Topic : Education
Author : Graham Connelly

May
22

How the Education Forum grew and evolved


How the Education Forum brings together those with an interest in the education of looked after children   Read More ...


May
02

Using data creatively to highlight children's experiences


We need access to data at both population and individual levels if we're to be successful in improving the attainment of looked after children.   Read More ...


Apr
08

Full bursaries for care experienced students is welcome but will not give them more money while studying


Graham Connelly discusses the report of the Commission on Widening Access and questions what it actually means for students.   Read More ...

Topic : Education
Author : Graham Connelly

Nov
02

Going to school, and staying the course


Attend, encourage and enjoy to learn - a blog by Graham Connelly   Read More ...

Topic : Education
Author : Graham Connelly

The views expressed in the posts on this blog are those of the author/s and may not represent the views or opinions of CELCIS or our funders. 

Blog Topics

Voices of young people (40)
Residential care (36)
Education (31)
Corporate parenting (27)
Health and Wellbeing (27)
Local authority (26)
Foster care (26)
Throughcare and aftercare (23)
Child protection (23)
Permanence (16)
Legislation (13)
Kinship care (11)
Adoption (9)
Looked after at home (9)
Active implementation (8)

Authors

Graham Connelly (9)
Claire Burns (6)
Kenny McGhee (6)
Chrissie Gale (5)
Lizzie Morton (4)
Linda O'Neill (4)
Jennifer Davidson (4)
Judy Furnivall (4)
Jillian Ingram (3)
Joanne McMeeking (3)
Louise Hill (3)
John Ryan (3)
Janine Fraser (2)
Linda Davidson (2)
Gordon Main (2)

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