Neglect Toolkit

Neglect Toolkit


A range of assessment tools are used across services to support the identification of neglect. While approaches may differ, there is compatibility between these tools, helping to promote a shared understanding of children’s lived experiences and the support and protection required.

Neglect Case Study

Please take time to watch this video produced by Aberlour depicting A Day in the life of Linzi (13 minutes.) Think about neglect and the assessments, tools and approach you could apply as a practitioner to make life better for Linzi. The video contains reflective questions to consider.

Published with thanks to Aberlour Children's Charity



This hub includes materials adapted with permission from Plymouth Safeguarding Children Partnership. We thank them for their support in sharing learning to strengthen practice.

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