Standard 33 / during

My learning needs are understood and I am supported to have these needs met and to make the most of my abilities and talents.

I have staff and teachers that listen to me and respect my views. Having smaller class groups helps me to build good relationships with teachers, this helps me to be successful and achieve more in school.

Why this standard matters to young people, in their words

Additional information about this standard

Illustrative links to the Health and Social Care Standards

The Pathway and Standards complement, align with, provide further context, and give unique voice to the Health and Social Care Standards. Both sets of standards apply for all children in, or on the edges of, secure care, with this section providing illustrative links between this standard and the Health and Social Care Standards.
  • 1.6 I get the most out of life because the people and organisation who support and care for me have an enabling attitude and believe in my potential.
  • 1.13 I am assessed by a qualified person, who involves other people and professionals as required.
  • 1.15 My personal plan (sometimes referred to as a care plan) is right for me because it sets out how my needs will be met, as well as my wishes and choices.
  • 1.19 My care and support meets my needs and is right for me.
  • 1.23 My needs, as agreed in my personal plan, are fully met, and my wishes and choices are respected.
  • 1.25 I can choose to have an active life and participate in a range of recreational, social, creative, physical and learning activities every day, both indoors and outdoors.
  • 1.27 I am supported to achieve my potential in education and employment if this is right for me.
  • 1.30 As a child, I have fun as I develop my skills in understanding, thinking, investigation and problem solving, including through imaginative play and storytelling.

Illustrative links to How Good is Our School? quality indicators

The Pathway and Standards complement, the How Good is Our School? quality indicators, with this section providing illustrative links between this standard and the quality indicators.
  • 2.3 Learning, teaching and assessment
  • 2.4 Personalised support
  • 2.6 Transitions
  • 3.1 Ensuring wellbeing, equality and inclusion
  • 3.2 Raising attainment and achievement