Geco Connect has launched a new way to protect children’s identities in photos held within care records, evidence and reporting. Innovation in children’s services doesn’t

Children’s rights in Scotland have a stronger legal foundation and a more prominent place in public services two years after the United Nations Convention on

Amplifying the Voices of the Residential Care Sector At Geco Connect, we’re fortunate to work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to improving outcomes for

Winning Scottish EDGE represents a significant milestone in the journey of Geco Connect. From an initial pool of 383 applications, Geco Connect progressed through the

The Geco Connect team recently attended the CYCJ National Youth Justice Conference 2026, bringing together professionals from across Scotland’s youth justice, care, education and support

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework doesn’t just focus on children—it supports entire families. By creating a system of collaboration and early

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework has become a cornerstone of Scotland’s approach to supporting children and families. But where did it

  The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework isn’t just about supporting children—it’s also about empowering parents and carers. By offering guidance, resources,

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework begins supporting children from birth, making the early years a vital stage for ensuring their wellbeing

Schools play a central role in the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework, helping to ensure that children’s wellbeing is supported in an

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework is designed to support all children, including those with additional needs. By taking a personalised and

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework is designed to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families. Its

Collaboration is at the heart of the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework. Professionals from different services work together to ensure that every

Scotland’s Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework is a groundbreaking approach to improving the lives of children and young people. While other countries

One of the key strengths of the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework is its focus on early intervention. By identifying potential challenges

The Child’s Plan is an essential feature of the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework. Designed to provide personalised support, it ensures that

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework isn’t just about supporting children—it’s also about empowering parents and carers. By offering guidance, resources, and

Scotland’s Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework is more than a national initiative—it’s an inspiring model that other countries can learn from. By

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework doesn’t just rely on professionals and families—it needs the support of entire communities to create environments

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of children, families, and communities in Scotland. With

The introduction of The Promise has reinforced and expanded the principles of the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework. By integrating the findings

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework is a key tool in delivering Scotland’s vision for children outlined in The Promise. By providing

Scotland’s Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework and The Promise share a unified goal: to create a system that puts children and families

Local authorities play a critical role in delivering the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework. They are responsible for ensuring that children and

The Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework is rooted in the principles of children’s rights. It reflects Scotland’s commitment to the United Nations

The Named Person service is a key part of the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework, designed to provide a consistent point of

The ‘Included’ element of the SHANARRI wellbeing indicators focuses on ensuring that every child feels valued, accepted, and part of their community. Under the Getting

The ‘Respected’ and ‘Responsible’ aspects of the SHANARRI wellbeing indicators within the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework emphasise two key steps in

The ‘Achieving’ element of the SHANARRI wellbeing indicators focuses on helping children and young people reach their full potential. Under the Getting It Right for

In the SHANARRI wellbeing indicators, Healthy emphasises the importance of physical and mental health for children and young people. Good health is essential for a

The ‘Active’ element of the SHANARRI wellbeing indicators within the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework highlights the importance of physical activity and

Feeling nurtured is a key part of the SHANARRI wellbeing indicators within the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework. A nurturing environment provides

The first SHANARRI wellbeing indicator, Safe, is at the core of the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework. Ensuring a child feels and

The SHANARRI wellbeing indicators are at the heart of the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework. These eight areas of wellbeing provide a

The core principles of GIRFEC (Getting It Right for Every Child) form the foundation of Scotland’s approach to supporting children and young people. By placing

Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) is Scotland’s national framework for supporting children and young people. Introduced by the Scottish Government, it ensures that