Integrated Children's Services Planning
"Children are our future"
The first 2005-2008 Children's Services Plan was published for Clackmannanshire in May 2005.
This plan and its outcomes were reviewed and evaluated leading to the publication of the 2008-2010 Children & Young People's Integrated Services Plan. You can download the plan from this page or you can request it in another format.
The plan sets out our own and local partner agencies' joint priorities and improvement objectives for all children, young people and their families in Clackmannanshire until 2010. It is intended to be a driver for change and links together relevant policies and focuses on the better integration and provision of services which have a positive impact on children and young people.
The plan was produced in partnership with NHS Forth Valley and a wide range of statutory and voluntary agencies including Central Scotland Police, the Authority Reporter, voluntary organisations, carers, parents and importantly, children and young people.
Our Vision
"That every child and young person has the best possible start in life and achieves their potential".
In order to achieve our vision, we will strive to ensure that:
- Services work together, and inclusively, in a coordinated approach that supports the delivery of appropriate, proportionate and timely help to all vulnerable children and young people, and those 'at risk'.
- The experience and needs of each child are central, and their views are considered. Involving children and their families in decisions about their lives in ways and at a pace which suits the child, their age, stage and circumstances.
- Services respect the contribution and expertise of other professionals; and co-operate with them to meet the needs of children and young people, for example this may be through consultation, sharing information, shared assessment, planning, action, or material support.
2008/2010 Priorities
- Improving targeted services for vulnerable children and young people - especially in the area of child protection. Ensuring young people get the help they need when they need it.
- Reducing health inequalities for children and young people - especially those living in areas of deprivation.
Children's Services Planning
The Integrated Children's Services Plan is being steered by the Children's Services Planning Group, which consists of representation from each of the key service areas.
Consultation and Involvement
Please contact us at the address, telephone number or email address noted at the bottom of this page if you would like to
- be kept informed about what is going on in Clackmannanshire in relation to children and young people;
- know about relevant national policies and developments relating to children and young people;
- be consulted about proposed developments relating to children and young people in Clackmannanshire.
Scottish Government's paper
The Scottish Government's 'Valuing Young People' paper has been designed to support partners deliver positive outcomes for all young people, while recognising that some need more help than others to realise their potential. It is founded on the principle of partnership: partnership with young people that offers them participation in their communities and local services; but also partnership across national and local government and the voluntary sector to provide the right kind of access to services that meets the diverse needs of young people.
You can view or download the Scottish Government's document using the link below:
Directory of Services
For more information, you can visit our page outlining our Service Directory which details a wide range of local information relating to services for children and young people living in Clackmannanshire. You can also view or download the directory if you wish.
Getting it right for every child (GIRFEC)
This programme aims to improve outcomes for all children and young people. Please see our GIRFEC web page for more information.
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Contact information
For further information about this page please contact:
Social Services, Child Care
Lime Tree House, Castle Street, Alloa, FK10 1EX
Tel: 01259 452368 / 450000 Fax: 01259 452440
Email: childrensservicesplanning@clacks.gov.uk
Or use the on-line contact form
