Bringing together research and practice on the theme of the educational well- being of children in care, this book aims to help professionals to improve these children's potential for educational attainment.
European Policy and Practice
The book explores the significant disparity in tertiary education attendance between young people in care and their peers, revealing that those in care are five times less likely to pursue higher education. Based on a detailed three-year research project, it offers a thorough analysis of the factors contributing to this issue and proposes potential solutions to bridge the educational gap for these vulnerable youth.