Improvement and support
The LGA has established a reputation as a centre for children's services excellence and expertise. We have a network of contacts with senior managers in partner organisations, central and local government, and in the voluntary and community sector.
Our goal is to support improvement and shared learning throughout local government.
Better Commissioning and Productivity in Children's Services
The Knowledge Hub 'Better Commissioning' library brings together a range of resources on commissioning effective and efficient children's services. Join the group to view the content, upload your own resources or contribute on the discussion forums.
Children's Improvement Board
The Children's Improvement Board (CIB) is leading an important new initiative to help councils improve their performance in children's services.
'Must Knows' for lead members for children's services
The 'Must Knows' focus on the key issues facing lead members for children's services and the current and planned reforms that impact children's services.
Lead member development
Find out how we support member authorities to improve.
Regional support for children's services
See the interactive map which brings together the development and support opportunities available.
