New strategy to improve support for children in care in North Northamptonshire
North Northamptonshire Council unveils Corporate Parenting Strategy
North Northamptonshire Council has introduced a Corporate Parenting Strategy for 2026, aiming to enhance support for children and young people in care.
The strategy, developed with input from children and young people, pursues a vision to ensure that everyone in care or who has been in care is safe, supported, and encouraged to thrive.
It identifies four key priorities: belonging and resilience, health and wellbeing, support to fulfil potential, and feeling safe and secure.
Cllr Elizabeth Wright, Executive Member for Children, Education and Families, said:
“Our children in care and care-experienced young people deserve the very best from us. This strategy is about making sure every part of the council plays its role as a committed and ambitious corporate parent – supporting our young people to feel safe, valued and able to achieve their potential. I am proud that this strategy has been shaped with the voices of young people at its heart, and I look forward to seeing it drive real and positive change across North Northamptonshire.”
The strategy will be reviewed by the Executive Committee on 17th February 2026, with further consideration by Full Council in March 2026.
A detailed implementation plan outlining actions, resources, and performance measures will be developed to ensure effective monitoring of progress.
The council stated that the strategy aligns with its Corporate Plan priority of better, brighter futures.