The GIRFEC approach is:
child-focused - ensuring that the child and their family is at the centre of decision-making and the support available to them
based on an understanding of the well-being of a child in their current situation - taking into account wider influences on a child, and their developmental needs
based on tackling needs early - to avoid bigger problems developing
requires joined-up working - it is about children, young people, parents, and the services they need, working together in a co-ordinated way to meet their specific needs and improve their wellbeing.