Simple terms explainer: 

If a child or young person is provided with residential accommodation so they can attend school, the council (education authority) must make sure the child’s welfare is protected and promoted. This means ensuring the accommodation is safe, suitable, and supports the child’s well-being while they are living there for educational purposes.

Legal status

Statutory


Duty category

Education
Children and family services


Duty type

Compliance


Social determinant of health

Children, families and lifelong learning

Emerging policy and legislation


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Bodies with shared interest

Child Protection Committees
Police Scotland
NHS Boards
Centre for Excellence for Children's Care and Protection (CELCIS)

Standards and frameworks


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