Leicestershire Virtual School is available to assist schools and educational settings in ensuring that these young individuals can overcome their learning barriers.
Accessing educational provisions: for young people in academic year 11 or below
Unaccompanied asylum-seeking children confirmed to be in Year 11 or below are entitled to statutory schooling upon their arrival in the UK, even while their asylum claims are being processed by the Home Office. Social Workers should complete the school admissions request: Apply for a school place in consultation with the young person and care givers.
Once the admission form has been submitted, Leicestershire County Council admissions team coordinates with the nominated school to arrange a pre-admissions meeting that includes the caregiver(s), young person, social worker, and a representative from Leicestershire Virtual School.
For more information and guidance on applying for a statutory school place for new UASC arrivals, please email: virtualschool@leics.gov.uk
Accessing educational provisions: for young people in academic years 12 to 13
To discuss educational provisions for UASC in Years 12 or 13, please get in touch with the Post 16 team at virtualschool@leics.gov.uk
To help schools deliver the best support possible to UASC children, we have produced a booklet with some useful information and strategies: