Setting in Gloucester

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

This home was judged Good at the full inspection. At this interim inspection Ofsted judge that it has improved effectiveness .

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager is a strong and effective leader. She leads a team of dedicated staff. The team are nurturing and really care about children and young people who access short breaks here. Their passion to give children and young people positive and new experiences is clear. Staff help children and young people develop in areas such as eating, communication, sensory exploration and community activities such as shopping. There is a sense of pride in the children and young people and what they achieve.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The progress children and young people make is evident throughout the home. The introduction of the ‘my journey’ document is beginning to tell a story of children and young people’s achievements, new experiences and positive relationships with peers and staff. Photographs record achievements and bring the document to life. This record links to the targets and goals young people are working toward.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager has removed two gates in the home that could be used to restrict liberty. The young person concerned has progressed and is settling at night with no restrictions. The registered manager has an increased understanding of and recognition of practices which could be regarded as restrictive. This learning has improved the young person’s experiences in the home. In addition the keyworker is supporting the family to introduce new strategies at home around sleep.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager has robust systems in place to ensure children and young people are safe. Staff follow the safeguarding procedure effectively and information is shared with the appropriate social care professionals. Risk assessments are proportionate, they highlight risks and strategies are in place to minimise them. There are a low number of physical interventions; all of which are low level guiding techniques. Staff records of behaviour management are clear, succinct and monitored effectively by the registered manager. Team meetings involve discussion about each child and young person and their needs. Staff reflect on the care they provide to children and young people. They learn from each other and develop care plans to improve the experiences that children and young people have in the home.

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Information about this children's home

The home is registered to provide care and accommodation for up to 6 children and young people of either gender with physical disabilities and/or learning disabilities. The home provides short breaks for children and young people. It is managed by a local authority.

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Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

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Recent inspection history

11/03/2015 CH - Interim sustained effectiveness

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Recent inspection history

23/01/2014 CH - Interim Inadequate Progress

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What the inspection judgements mean

At the interim inspection we make a judgement on whether the home has improved in effectiveness, sustained effectiveness, or declined in effectiveness since the previous full inspection. This is in line with the Inspection of children's homes: framework for inspection.

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Information about this inspection

Inspectors have looked closely at the experiences and progress of children and young people living in the children's home. Inspectors considered the quality of work and the difference adults make to the lives of children and young people. They read case files, watched how professional staff work with children, young people and each other and discussed the effectiveness of help and care given to children and young people. Wherever possible, they talked to children, young people and their families. In addition the inspectors have tried to understand what the children's home knows about how well it is performing, how well it is doing and what difference it is making for the children and young people who it is trying to help, protect and look after. This inspection focused on the effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of children and young people since the most recent full inspection.

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Information about this inspection

This 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 Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Guide to the children's homes regulations including the quality standards. the guidance raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

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Information about this inspection

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Information about this inspection

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