This study aims to use media reports as a resource to collate existing information on abandoned babies and to draw conclusions to inform future response.

In this meta-analysis of 75 studies on more than 3,888 children in 19 different countries, the intellectual development of children living in children's homes (orphanages) was compared with that of children living with their (foster) families.

This project reviews existing sources on multi-dimensional disadvantage or severe forms of social exclusion characterised as ‘deep exclusion’ for the purpose of recommending possibilities for secondary analysis of existing data sets to explore the

This report aims to provide insight into children’s perceptions of participation within England’s residential care system, and to note any potential or perceived barriers to participation.

This chapter briefly outlines the range of assessments that are undertaken by psychologists in regards to placements for children in care, and underlines the importance of drawing together information about the child from different sources and perspectives.

A set of standards for agencies that provide child care/day care services within the family home e.g. nannies, child minders, and babysitters.

A template for assessing the suitability of kinship caregivers in the longer term, and for planning the care of a child in kinship care.

A guide on the changes needed to the culture, structure, and practice of organizations in order to include children’s participation in developing social care

This article highlights findings from various studies of developed countries focusing specifically on foster-care outcomes.

This document provides a review of outcome research on family foster care services in Australia, Italy, United Kingdom, and United States of America. Further research directions to improve family foster care are suggested.