Education Skills Support Charts

This series of 5 accessible and attractive wall charts will help young people in and leaving care (aged 16+), their personal advisors and their carers to find the most appropriate and helpful route through the maze of education and training opportunities available to young people.

To view the charts and print a copy (size A2), please click on the links below:

Chart 1

Overview – this chart shows the different education options available and lists sources of information, advice and support.

Chart 2

Background information – this chart gives information on relevant laws relating to education and details some of the challenges young people may face.

Chart 3

Qualifications and courses – this chart gives a detailed overview of common courses and qualifications and explains how they compare to each other.

Chart 4

The roles of key people – this chart provides information about the different roles staff, carers, teachers and councillors play in promoting educational success.

Chart 5

Support for young people – this chart details the educational support that should be given to young people in and leaving care.