Educational Factors

Disengagement from education can lead to feelings of hopelessness about future prospects, increasing susceptibility to exploitation.

Removal from structured educational environments can isolate children and young people and increase exposure to negative influences.

Factors such as limited family support, caring responsibilities, or unmet additional needs can hinder educational participation and increase vulnerability to exploitation.

When children or young people do not receive appropriate support for their learning or cognitive needs, they may feel misunderstood or isolated, which can increase their susceptibility to manipulation and exploitation.

These can lead to disengagement and push children and young people toward alternative peer groups or environments that pose greater risks.

Children and young people who do not thrive in mainstream education may be left without meaningful opportunities to develop their potential, access qualifications, or transition successfully into further education, training, or employment.