The ‘Getting it right for every child’ approach ensures that anyone working with children, young people and their families that the support provided puts the child or young person – and their family – at the centre.

Safe… protected from abuse, neglect or harm
Healthy… experiencing the highest standards of physical and mental health, and supported to make healthy, safe choices
Achieving… receiving support and guidance in their learning – boosting their skills, confidence and self-esteem
Nurtured… having a nurturing and stimulating place to live and grow
Active… having opportunities to take part in a wide range of activities – helping them to build a fulfilling and happy future
Respected… to be given a voice and involved in the decisions that affect their wellbeing
Responsible… taking an active role within their schools and communities
Included… getting help and guidance to overcome social, educational, physical and economic inequalities; accepted as full members of the communities in which they live and learn.

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