What is a virtual school?
A Virtual School for Children in Care (CiC) is not a physical school with classrooms and teachers. It is a service provided by the local authority to support children in care, helping them succeed and thrive in their education.
The Virtual School Team
We work with young people, designated teachers in schools, social workers, carers, families and other professionals to ensure high aspirations and targeted support is the shared goal of everyone involved.
Virtual School topics
Information for children in care and care leavers
Find out more about the Virtual School, how it works, why it’s important and how we support children in care and care leavers.
Information for carers, social workers and elected members
Information, advice and key guidance.
Information for schools, settings and governors
Key documents and guidance on working together to support the education of children in care.
Supporting adopted and permanently placed children and young people
Information and guidance for schools and other providers about the needs of adopted children.
Reports
Annual report – attainment and achievement
Read the annual report for 2024/25
Action plan 2025/26
Devon Virtual School’s action plan for 2025/26.
Virtual School prospectus
Take a look at our prospectus to learn more about what we do, how we do it and how it can benefit you.