Department for Education
Reporting year 2025
Children in need
Statistics on children in need in England, including child protection plans and referrals to and assessments completed by children’s social care services.
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If you have a specific enquiry about Children in need statistics and data:
Children’s Services Statistics Team
Email: cin.stats@education.gov.ukContact name: Andy Brook
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