Service Description: LACES is the Isle of Wight Children’s Services Looked after Children’s Education Service. LACES are a small team working to improve the educational attainment and participation of children and young people in public care. LACES provide support, advice, information and training to Social Workers, Designated Teachers and Parents/Carers. The team also provide targeted support to children and young people in care.
Also known as:- LACES
Answer: Some behavioural signs of children who have been abused include: • Running away • Harming themselves • Becoming secretive • Changes in behaviour, for example., becoming aggressive or depressed, eating disorders, wetting or soiling • Attempting suicide • Poor self image • Lack confidence • Delayed development However it is important to note that some of these behavioural signs may be a result of other things happening in the child's life. It is also important to note that all abuse involves some emotional ill treatment.