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Through the peer collaborative, we have seen how including virtual school heads as part of multi-agency discussions for children deprived of liberty can ensure that a child’s educational needs remain a focus. There are a range of models to support a child’s education that could be adopted depending on their individual needs. For some, this may mean continuing to access education in the community. For others, education in-reach services may be appropriate. The point of Clause 11 is to ensure that these children get the treatment they need within a homely environment, which may involve depriving them of their liberty but where they are able to remain closer to home and connected to their community.