The Kent Pledge

group of teenagersThe Kent Pledge is a central to improving corporate parenting. It has been widely welcomed, particularly by children and young people. The Pledge:

  • tells children and young people what they can expect from KCC as a child in care
  • encourages best practice
  • promotes better outcomes
  • reinforces our corporate parent responsibilities.

Kent Pledge is in 2 parts:

  1. KCC looked after Children.
  2. Looked after Children placed in Kent by other local authorities.

You can view the Kent Pledge (PDF, 350k) and the Pledge for other Authorities (PDF 230k). The Pledge provides a range of commitments focussing on 6 key areas:

  • A sense of belonging
  • An adult who is always there for you while you are in care
  • A good education
  • Good memories for the future
  • Getting ready for being an adult
  • Championing your needs and interests.

If you wish to request a Computer for a Looked After Child, please complete our online form.

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Kent County Council
County Hall
Maidstone
Kent ME14 1XQ

county.hall @kent.gov.uk

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