Five Years Strong: How Our Partnership with Wonde Is Powering Better Attendance Monitoring for Virtual Schools
At Welfare Call, our mission has always been clear: support Virtual Schools and Local Authorities to safeguard vulnerable children and improve outcomes. A core part of that mission is ensuring the data we collect is accurate, secure, and timely because… Read more
Making Every Pound Count: How Welfare Call’s ePEP Optimises Pupil Premium Plus Funding
Virtual School Heads play a vital role in ensuring that looked-after children (CLA) achieve the best possible educational outcomes. A key tool in this effort is Pupil Premium Plus (PP+), funding designed to provide additional support and close the attainment… Read more
Protecting the Sector: Why Free Use of the Term “ePEP” Matters for Virtual Schools
At Welfare Call, our mission has always been to support Virtual Schools and Local Authorities in delivering the best outcomes for looked-after children. That’s why, when the term “ePEP” – a widely recognised and vital part of our shared language… Read more
Join Us at the Welfare Call 2025 Annual Forum: Shaping the Future Together
At Welfare Call, we believe that the best solutions are built with our customers, not just for them. That’s why we are delighted to invite our valued colleagues and partners to the Welfare Call 2025 Annual Forum — an invitation-only… Read more
What We Can Learn from Sweden’s Covid Strategy: The Importance of Keeping Schools Open
The pandemic disrupted education worldwide, with school closures leaving a profound legacy. In the UK, children faced learning loss, mental health challenges, and social isolation. But Sweden took a different path, keeping most schools open throughout. This decision provides… Read more
The Extended Role of the Virtual School Head in Kinship Care
Last month saw Kinship Care Week (7 – 13 October 2024), an opportunity to raise awareness about the amazing role that kinship carers play in children’s lives and society. It’s essential to acknowledge the incredible work kinship carers do.… Read more
Kinship Care Week: Recognising and Supporting a Vital Family Role
It’s Kinship Care Week 2024 this week (7–13 October) which is an opportunity to celebrate the incredible role that kinship carers play in children’s lives and society. It’s essential to spotlight kinship carers—those who step up to raise children when… Read more
Supporting a Cause Close to Our Hearts: Welfare Call’s Macmillan Coffee Morning
Last Friday, our team came together to host a Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning, and it was a wonderful reminder of the power of community and compassion. Cancer is something that has touched the lives of many of our… Read more
Welfare Call & Cyber Essentials Plus: A Continued Commitment to Maintaining High Data Security Standards
At Welfare Call, we understand the importance of safeguarding sensitive data. In an era where cyber threats are ever-present, ensuring the security of our clients’ and partners’ information is more important than ever. That’s why we are proud to announce… Read more
Online Training: Extranet/Analytics functionality and features
Calling all new Virtual School users or anyone who would like refresher training: the first of our termly repeat training sessions is coming up this Thursday 9th May. Are you a new user eager to unlock the full potential… Read more
Maximising Resources and Minimising Costs: Welfare Call’s Crucial Role in Supporting Local Authorities
In an era of tightening budgets and increasing demands, local authorities are facing unprecedented challenges in delivering essential services and meeting and exceeding their statutory obligations, particularly for vulnerable children and young people. The struggle to balance budgets while ensuring… Read more
Free upcoming Analytics webinars: have you booked your place?
We’ve got a big programme of free Analytics webinars coming up this term – have you booked your place yet? Over the next two weeks in April and May, the team will be running sessions on using our Analytics… Read more
Come and meet us at the NAVSH Annual Conference in Birmingham, 11th-12th March 2024
With the NAVSH conference only a week away now, Welfare Call always looks forward to this time of year, when we can catch up with new and familiar faces. Our goody bags are becoming infamous as well (I’ll keep it… Read more
Empowering Every Child: Welfare Call’s Commitment to SEND
When it comes to child welfare and education, ensuring that every child’s unique needs are met is crucial. Not only are local authorities responsible for maintaining a clear, accessible local offer of services to support children and young people with… Read more
Come and meet us at the National Children and Adult Services Conference 2023
We’re excited to announce our participation in this year’s National Children and Adult Services Conference, a must-attend event for councillors, directors, senior officers, directors of public health, policymakers and service managers, and any individuals or organisations with responsibilities for… Read more
Bridging the Gap: Welfare Call’s Impact on Education Equality
The pursuit of education equality is a huge challenge for councillors and policymakers. Tackling issues such as the educational attainment gap and child poverty demands innovative solutions that go beyond traditional approaches; it needs a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach. Welfare… Read more
Unifying Services for Better Care: How Welfare Call Leads the Way
In the ever-evolving landscape of health, social care, and education, effective coordination and collaboration are crucial for ensuring the well-being of vulnerable children and young people. Welfare Call stands at the forefront, playing a key role in unifying services to… Read more
Why work for Welfare Call?
Our people are our greatest asset. Help us build our story and be part of something special. What we do Here at The Welfare Call Group, we provide solutions and services to over 100 Local Authorities and organisations throughout… Read more
Empowering Communities and Protecting Vulnerable Individuals: Welfare Call’s Role in Safeguarding
Ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people is a paramount concern to local authorities. The prevalence of issues related to child abuse, neglect, and exploitation demands a robust and comprehensive approach, and Welfare Call stands at the… Read more
Discover Your Future with Welfare Call Group: Visit us at the Barnsley Careers Fair on Weds 30th August 2023
Are you a recent graduate, eager to embark on an exciting career journey? Or perhaps you find yourself at a crossroads, seeking a new path filled with growth and opportunities. We’re delighted to announce our participation in the upcoming Barnsley … Read more