Children's services history
This Act remains the foundation of modern children's social care law in England and Wales.
The Children Act 1989
Before attending Hogwarts, this wizard spent his childhood living with relatives in the cupboard under the stairs.
Harry Potter
This theorist believed people must meet basic needs like food, safety and belonging before they can reach their full potential, representing this as a pyramid.
AMSHE
Slang for charisma or the ability to attract people
Rizz
Founded in 1884, this charity was originally called the London Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.
The NSPCC
Neglected by her parents, this Roald Dahl character with telekinetic powers is eventually adopted by her teacher, Miss Honey.
Matilda
This theory suggests children and young people learn by watching what other people do.
Social Learning Theory
ARMAUT
What is no cap?
Gen Alpha slang meaning "I'm being serious" or "I'm not lying."
Before the NSPCC existed, concerns about child cruelty were often pursued through this organisation, better known for protecting animals.
The RSPCA
This Dickens character grew up in a workhouse where he famously asked "please sir can I have some more".
Oliver Twist
This theorist developed the Ecological Systems Theory, which explains how a child's development is shaped by the people, environments and wider society around them.
Who is Bronfenbrenner?
PYTHAME
EMPATHY
Gen Alpha slang meaning excellent, impressive, or the best.
Peak
Introduced in England in 2004, this role was created to provide independent oversight of care planning for looked after children.
IRO - Independent Reviewing Officer
This boy was raised by wolves after being orphaned in the jungle
Mowgli
This theorist proposed a number of age related stages in which an individual is said to resolve the stage or experience a crisis associated with that stage. e.g. Identity vs Role confusion.
Erik Erikson - Stages of Human Development
ECLSNIIERE
Gen Alpha slang for the social energy or presence someone gives off.
Aura
This report is often credited with shaping the modern children's care system that emerged after the Second World War
The Curtis Report
Portrayed by Dani Harmer, this care-experienced young person lived at a residential home the young people called the Dumping Ground.
Developed to address ambivalence, this approach uses open questions, reflective listening and curiosity to help people identify their own motivations for change.
Motivational Interviewing
TNTAEEMNATLMIISG
MENTALISATION
Gen Alpha slang for a person who is seen as independent, confident and self-reliant. Someone who is at the top of their game.
Sigma