1. General resources and information Leaflet: Welcoming an Adopted Child This series of leaflets is ideal for printing out and passing on to education professionals working with adopted children. The simple two-page guides explain what adoption is, introduce the fundamentals of the impact of early life trauma, and suggest some helpful strategies to help children get off to the best start.Welcoming an Adopted Child to Your EYFS SettingWelcoming an Adopted Child to Your Primary SchoolWelcoming an Adopted Child to Your Secondary School Resource: The Story Tellers toolkit : Feelings are funny things This resource is available in English and Welsh . It is written by Esther Thomas who is the lead director for Children Looked after in central self consortium (CSC) , Wales. In the introduction it states "The ‘Feelings are Funny Things’ Programme aims to contribute to learners’ emotional health and a positive attitude to learning through helping them understand more about their emotions, thoughts and beliefs and how these influence the choices they make" It includes stories or links to stories available on the internet with lesson plans linked to those stories as well as other resources to develop emotional literacy- something that is crucial for our vulnerable learners. Download Storytellers' toolkit - English Download Storytellers' toolkit - Cymraeg Resource: Trauma-Proofing the Curriculum A handout exploring how common curriculum topics and activities can pose particular difficulties for children who have experienced trauma, and especially care-experienced children. Trauma-Proofing the Curriculum Handout Trauma-Proofing the Curriculum Handout - Cymraeg Factsheet: Flexi-schooling Although relatively uncommon, flexi-schooling can be an effective alternative way to approach your child’s education. In this short guide we explore what flexi-schooling is and look at the legal position across the UK.Download factsheet Factsheet: Elective Home Education Home education is becoming an increasingly common choice among adoptive families. If you are looking for alternatives to school-based education, this short guide explains some things you will need to know before you embark on this family journey.Download factsheet Manage Cookie Preferences