As a proud mum to two adopted children, and as deputy chief executive officer of a multi-academy trust, I live daily at the intersection of lived experience and professional responsibility. For me, the focus schools must give to looked-after and previously looked-after children is not a strategic bolt on or a compliance requirement. It is a moral imperative. Children who are, or have been, in care come to school carrying layers of vulnerability and complexity that too often remain unseen. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week subscribe Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits.