Welcome

Welcome to the new home of the Leicestershire Virtual School website! This should be the first place you turn to for information about all education issues affecting Leicestershire looked after children and previously looked after children. You will find information about all our exciting upcoming events in the Events section and we will be reporting on all those that have already taken place in the Latest News section. We are keen to get your feedback on the content, so please contact us by email on virtualschool@leics.gov.uk

Leicestershire Matters

Working together for inclusive change

As technology continues to reshape how we live, work, and connect, it is opening new opportunities. From applying for jobs online to accessing essential services and support, digital tools are now central to everyday life.

Funding opportunity for local community groups in Leicestershire

Grassroots community groups across Leicestershire are being invited to take part in an exciting opportunity to shape local research and improve health and wellbeing in their area.

Evaluation workshop to reflect, learn and strengthen the HDRC team

The HDRC Leicestershire team met in mid-January for an evaluation workshop, hosted by Rose Harvey - our external evaluation partner for the duration of our funding period, helping us reflect, learn and increase impact.

Young Voices workshops

We held workshops across Leicestershire schools to hear about young people's priorities within their local areas to support community health and wellbeing.

HDRC Leicestershire Research to Reality training series

The HDRC Leicestershire Research to Reality training series concluded a successful year in September with 94 attendees across the four-session series.

Our Public Advisory Group is complete

We have filled the final spot on our Public Advisory Group (PAG), forming a diverse panel of eight members. This is an important step towards ensuring our work is informed by a broad range of public voices and lived experiences.

Leicestershire Matters