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Our blog is a hub for news, views and analysis of what's happening in the looked after children sector here in Scotland, and further afield. You'll hear from our staff and guest bloggers on many topical issues where they'll be reflecting and sharing their policy, practice and research insights.

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Jul
12
2017

Doctor Who and the care experienced new companion

Leanne Mattu, Research Associate at CELCIS, explores what Bill Potts’ character does and does not tell us about being in foster care   Read More ...
Topic : Foster care
Author : Leanne Mattu

Jul
06
2017

Mind the implementation gap: how child care can be improved globally

Dr Chrissie Gale, international lead for CELCIS, reflects on research which could help shape the drive for better alternative care for children in countries around the world.   Read More ...
Author : Chrissie Gale

Jun
27
2017

One Moana is all we need…

Care leaver Helen Johnston compares her life to a Disney movie   Read More ...
Author : Helen Johnston

Jun
14
2017

I wanted to be a social work superhero

What does relational based practice look like in reality, for a busy statutory team?   Read More ...
Author : Jennifer McKean

May
23
2017

Head of a school that doesn’t really exist!

Scotland's only Virtual Head Teacher tells us about her role in Aberdeen City Council   Read More ...
Author : Larissa Gordon

May
22
2017

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 ...
Author : Graham Connelly

May
16
2017

Get stuck in to Get Write In

Judge of our writing competition for care experienced children, Raymond Soltysek describes how creative writing can improve confidence.   Read More ...
Topic : Education
Author : Raymond Soltysek

May
12
2017

Has the term additional support needs simply become another way of saying special educational needs?

The differences between additional support needs and special education needs and how we need to be careful when using the terms.   Read More ...
Topic : Education

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