Action for Children has published new research on the educational outcomes of children and young people referred to social care in England. 1.6 million pupils’ GCSE exam results were analysed over a three-year period. Findings include: 53% of teenagers who had been referred to social care did not achieve a grade 4 pass in both English and maths GCSE compared with 24% who were not the subject of a referral. Recommendations include greater investment in family help services.
Read the Guardian news story: Children referred to social care twice as likely to fail GCSE maths and English
Read the press release: Children referred to social care twice as likely to fail key GCSEs
Read the report: The educational outcomes of children referred to children’s social care
Source: Action for Children, The Guardian
Date: 22 August 2023
