What is GIRFEC?
Promoting the wellbeing of individual children and young people.
The eight wellbeing indicators are areas in which children and young people need to progress in order to do well now and in the future.
Active
Having opportunities to take part in activities, such as play, recreation and sport, which contribute to healthy growth and development at home and in the community.
Respected
Having the opportunity, along with carers, to be heard and involved in decisions which affect them.
Responsible
Having opportunities and encouragement to play active and responsible roles in their schools and communities and, where necessary, having appropriate guidance and supervision and being involved in decisions that affect them.
Included
Having help to overcome social, educational, physical and economic inequalities and being accepted as part of the community in which they live and learn.
Safe
Protected from abuse, neglect or harm at home, at school and in the community.
Healthy
Having the highest attainable standards of physical and mental health, access to suitable health care, and support in learning to make healthy and safe choices.
Achieving
Being supported and guided in their learning and in the development of their skills, confidence and self-esteem at home, at school and in the community.
Nurtured
Having a nurturing place to live in a family setting with additional help if needed or, where this is not possible, in suitable care setting.
