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This isn’t quite as weird as it sounds! You may never actually meet a virtual headteacher, but they are people who keep a check on how schools in an area are supporting looked-after children and give them advice about how to help you get the most from school and do well in exams. The idea is that each local authority employs an experienced teacher to keep an eye on the educational progress of all children looked after by that local authority. The virtual headteacher has in-depth knowledge that means they can give extra support to designated teachers. Sometimes the virtual headteacher will have tough discussions with schools which are reluctant to accept a looked-after child, or they might need to get involved when a young person is facing exclusion from school. |
