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Practice Database

In this practice database you will find examples of local authority practice, locally and nationally developed tools and national guidance. The tools and practice examples are arranged according to the 8 National Standards in Leaving Care.

Each tool has a foresheet with information on the nature, purpose and evidence of its impact, where possible. Where we have been unable to provide information about impact from formal evaluative research, we have tried to include feedback from practitioners’ experiences. However, it has not been possible to give information on the effectiveness of every tool and example of practice listed.

You can access the database through this page, and through the National Standards in Leaving Care and self assessment tool on this website.

Please note: by clicking on the links below you will be taken to the Professionals gateway, to return to the Young People's gateway click on the back arrow on your screen.

Click on the links below for practice examples and tools relating to:


  1. Corporate parenting responsibilities
  2. Being healthy
  3. Staying safe
  4. Enjoying and achieving
  5. Making a positive contribution
  6. Achieving economic well being
  7. Fairness and diversity
  8. Preparation and care planning