However it is recognised that sometimes, it may not be in the best interests of siblings to be placed together and social workers may need to make decisions on separating them.

The following tools have been developed to help social workers assess sibling relationships in order to inform these decisions.

The Coram/BAAF siblings' charter sets out the standards of best practice to ensure children understand why decisions on separation have been made.

Assessments should be recorded on the Coram/BAAF sibling assessment report. 

Further guidance is available in the Coram/BAAF sibling assessment checklist and guidance document.