Children's Home run by Anderida Adolescent Care Ltd in East Sussex

Unique reference number SC028526 Inspection date 03/01/2014 Inspector Paul Taylor Type of inspection Interim Provision subtype Children's home

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Date of last inspection 21/05/2013 Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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Brief description of the service

This privately owned setting is registered to accommodate two young people with emotional or behavioural difficulties.

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The inspection judgements and what they mean

Good progress The children’s home has demonstrated continued improvement in quality of care and outcomes for children and young people and where appropriate has addressed all requirements and the large majority of recommendations that were raised at the previous inspection.

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progress

The children’s home has maintained quality of care and outcomes for children and young people and where appropriate has addressed all requirements and the majority of recommendations that were raised at the previous inspection.

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progress

The children’s home has failed to address one or more requirements and/or has not met the majority of recommendations and/or the quality of care and outcomes for children and young people have declined since the last full inspection.

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Progress

Since their previous inspection the service is judged to be making good progress .

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Progress

At the last inspection in May 2013, the home was judged as being outstanding; one recommendation was made and this has been addressed. All young people now have copies of their key work sessions given to them and have the opportunity to comment upon and sign these if they wish. This ensures that the young people feel invested in the process of one to one sessions and have their thoughts and opinions recorded.

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Progress

Since the last inspection the home has managed to actively engage young people in working with the psychologist and therapist who works for the organisation. This is a significant improvement and has meant that young people are now taking advantage of the considerable help and guidance on offer. As a result of this, young people are able to reflect on their histories and behaviours. This has helped them to implement strategies which enable them to develop positive behaviours and coping skills.

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Progress

The home continues to promote young people's outcomes to an excellent standard. In particular the home has ensured very close liaison with schools that the young people attend and has ensured that any incidents or issues are addressed rigorously. The home has been the driving force behind liaison between key professionals involved in the care of the young people and has advocated strongly for them. This has encouraged shared and consistent approaches to be put in place which in turn has enabled the young people's confidence to grow.

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Progress

The home has ensured that young people have access to challenging activities despite any disabilities they may have. For example, encouraging the development of cycling skills which has significantly increased young people's abilities to exercise, socialise with others and develop road safety skills.

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Progress

The home is very well managed and has consistent leadership which has ambitious aspirations for the young people and expects very high standards from members of staff.

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About this inspection

The purpose of this inspection is to assure children and young people, parents, the public, local authorities and government of the quality and standard of the service provided. The inspection was carried out under the Care Standards Act 2000 to assess the effectiveness of the service and to consider how well it complies with the relevant regulations and meets the national minimum standards.

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About this inspection

The report details the progress made by the provider since the last full inspection, identifies any further strengths, any areas for improvement and makes judgements as outlined in the Inspection of children’s homes – framework for inspection.

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