Children's Home run by Pathway Care Solutions Ltd in Nottinghamshire

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

This home was judged outstanding 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

Young people settle in to this welcoming home quickly. They have personalised welcome books that include a message from young people already living in the home. A young person wrote: ‘I call this place home.’ Young people get on well with each other and have strong relationships with staff. A social worker said that the home exceeds expectations and that his client has thanked him for, ‘finding me a lovely place.’ Young people leave the home in a carefully planned and managed way to ensure they are not distressed by the move and that they settle into their new homes quickly. A parent of a young person who has moved on said: ‘Thank you for your kindness, advice, expertise and support.’ Another wrote: ‘From the bottom of my heart I would just like to thank the home staff past and present for what they have done for our daughter. I can’t even begin to explain the importance of you all in our lives and how truly grateful and graced we have been with you all in our lives.’

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Young people have transitioned successfully to their new homes and are settling well. Staff remain with young people in their new homes to help them settle and help new staff understand the young person better. Young people make significant progress with regards to their independence, health, communication, confidence, education and self-esteem. They like living at this home. They enjoy the numerous activities offered such as sports, clubs, and walks in the local area. One young person has recently joined a baking club at school, another is in a football team. Young people enjoy the company of the visiting dog who they pat and take out for walks. The dog has helped them gain confidence when going into the community. Previously, they have struggled with this. Young people who have previously spoken one word at a time can now string sentences together as staff have encouraged them to use verbal language. Others

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

are starting to become more independent as staff encourage them to complete tasks for themselves. This not only increases their independence skills but also their confidence and self-esteem. Staff have a very good understanding of the young people. This helps them to provide child-centred and innovative care. For example, a young person who does not like education is gradually being supported back into school. This will start with the young person completing education type activities that she enjoys. Gradually tutors will be introduced into the home to work with her with the aim of eventually getting her back into school. Staff are proud of the achievements of young people. They value and celebrate all progress, from learning to do their coat zip up independently to being entered for a GCSE examination. Staff attend parents evening and other educational meetings. The wishes and feelings of young people are highly valued. Young people are

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

effectively consulted about all aspects of their care and day-to-day decisions within the home. Feedback from resident’s meetings are discussed within staff meetings to promote good communication. Young people are safe within this home. Staff are competent in their knowledge of the home’s safeguarding procedures. Staff promote positive behaviour and help young people to learn how to manage their own behaviour. They receive training in physical intervention and de-escalation techniques. Staff know triggers for unwanted behaviours and are able to effectively de-escalate before there is a need for physical intervention in most incidents. Young people do not go missing from this home as they feel safe and secure. Staff say they are very well supported by the deputy and registered manager, saying they are the best managers they have ever worked with. Most staff are either qualified or completing their Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare. Staff

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

have access to a good range of training that ensures they are able to meet the needs of the young people in their care. Staff provide consistent and caring support, establishing strong boundaries which enable young people to feel safe and secure. The registered manager provides clear leadership. She has a robust understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the home and has clear priorities in place for further developing the service. She and her team continually strive to improve the outstanding service they provide for young people.

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Information about this children's home

This home provides placements for young people with learning disabilities. It is registered to accommodate up to five children and young people and is owned and managed by a private company.

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Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

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Recent inspection history

11/03/2015 Interim Improved Effectiveness

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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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