Warwickshire Virtual School

The Education Adviser linked to each child can be found on the ePEP or by emailing virtualschool@warwickshire.gov.uk.

School moves and admissions

The Virtual School must be consulted before any school move is considered.

Admissions for school places vary slightly according to local authority and the correct procedure must be followed to avoid delays.

• Applying for a school place (PDF, 220 KB)

Education, health and care plans (EHCPs)

Annual reviews need to be arranged by education settings. The local authority in which the child resides is responsible for ensuring that needs are being met, except in the case of 52-week placements where the responsibility is retained by Warwickshire.

PEP reviews

Designated teachers take the lead for PEP reviews but social workers need to be present and ensure that termly reviews take place.
Access to the ePEP system and individual records is administered by the Virtual School.

• PEP review process booklet (PDF, 162 KB)

Social Worker Training

Are you new to Warwickshire social care? Not attended Virtual School training previously? Want a refresher on the work of the Virtual School?

We have set monthly sessions to find out about the work of the Virtual School – who we are and how we can work together to get the best educational outcomes for young people. Training will be via Microsoft Teams and can be booked via your link Education Adviser or at virtualschool@warwickshire.gov.uk.

Education Advisers for Children with a Social Worker (on CiN or CP plans)

Each social care base has an Education Adviser for Children with a Social Worker (on CiN or CP plans).

• Advisers are available for consultations offering advice on overcoming barriers to education, including:
  • Attendance
  • Exclusions
  • Reduced timetables
  • SEND
• Enhancing partnerships between education settings and social care.
• Facilitating information sharing, raising awareness and signposting.
• Promoting practice that supports pupil’s engagement.

Appointments with an adviser can be made via Teams or face to face on the following dates: