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Children's social care data

Children in Need (CIN) Census

A statutory annual census capturing all children referred to social care whose health or development is at risk, including unborn children who are expected to need children’s social care support. Covers:

  • Referrals, assessments, CIN status
  • Child Protection Plan (CPP) data
  • Section 47 enquiries
  • Key assessment factors and working days

Period: 1 April – 31 March annually.

Gov.UK: Statistics - Children in need and child protection