Children in care

There are lots of things out there for you if you're being looked after by Surrey County Council.

Don't forget that we're here for you and would love to see you at Care Council or Care Council Juniors!

Information and services

Being in care A list of frequently asked questions by looked after children about some of the things they want to know about being in care.

Your life in care If you come into care in Surrey, find out what you can expect from the council to support you and help you settle in.

Your health and education When you come into our care we will draw up a personal education plan and a health plan to help you do well in education and stay healthy.

Have your say Children in care, have your say! Here are some different ways of getting your views across about how you are being cared for in Surrey.

Our pledge to our children in care We pledge to keep you safe, support your education, keep you in touch with important people in your life, where you live is right, involve you in decisions.

Care Council and Care Council Juniors Find out more about the Surrey Care Council and Care Council Juniors, and how you can have your voice heard.

Care-experienced preferred terminology A list of words alphabetically with examples of alternative words and phrases that can be used, to help the young person you are working with.

Changing the language and the way we talk about children in care Take a look at our report which shares the voices of young people talking about their preferred language and terminology about being in care and the care system