Residential Placements And Education

It is a fact that too many looked after children do not receive the quality of education they deserve. Most of them change schools as often as they change homes or settings - with the inevitable disruption to their academic careers as they try to adjust to a new environment, teachers and students. So, it is no surprise that their behaviour and the ability to learn suffer.
At Clifford House, we believe this is one of the biggest single issues facing looked after children.
Not only might they struggle to achieve academic success, they can often fail to develop many of the skills they will need to lead an independent life in adulthood.
Poor performance in the education system can also be an early warning sign of negative outcomes later in life, which is why residential care at Clifford House includes excellent educational resources and opportunities...[more]