IT System for Virtual School

East Sussex County Council's Children's Services is seeking suppliers to provide and implement a new IT system for its Virtual School by mid-February 2024. This initiative aims to enhance the educational outcomes for looked-after children, previously looked-after children, and children with a social worker. The Virtual School collaborates with education providers, social workers, and families to ensure that these students receive the necessary support. Key responsibilities of the Virtual School include: - Ensuring appropriate school placements and providing schools with essential information about students, including the assignment of a Designated Teacher. - Monitoring attendance, educational progress, and academic achievement. - Developing effective Personal Education Plans and allocating additional resources or tuition as needed, including the proper use of Pupil Premium funding. - Advocating for the needs of students and promoting effective practices to improve their educational outcomes. Currently, the Virtual School supports 1,115 young people across 217 different educational establishments. Suppliers interested in this opportunity should submit their proposals by December 28, 2023.