Children's home run by Greenfields Adolescent Development Limited in Hertsmere

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 sustained effectiveness .

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Since the last inspection, three young people have moved into the home and two have left. One young person’s placement came to an end quickly due an incident in the home and they felt that they could no longer meet the young person’s needs, the other young person had a well-planned transition into another home. Where appropriate young people have plans that promote independence, to include learning new cooking skills and managing a budget. For the two young people in the home there are clear plans for transitions into their next placements. This gives the young people a sense of security and they are able to plan for their future lives and goals.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Young people enjoy positive experiences and have good relationships with staff. They report that they are happy in the home. One young person commented ‘I like it here, I’ve been to other home and the staff don’t really care, but they do here and they actually want me to progress and do better’.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Staff advocate for young people and help them to have their views heard regarding their long-term care plans. One young person commented ‘[staff] really listen to me, they are trying to help me move back to the area by my mums, this is what I really want’. Staff work in partnership with the Police, social workers, education and therapists. This integrated working helps keep young people safe and helps them to make progress in all aspects of their lives. One social worker commented ‘There has been a high level of liaison and discussion between the placing authority and home. The key planning issues have been discussed and met. All issues are dealt with promptly, very effective communication’.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Key work sessions help young people to understand situations and ways to move forward. Young people gain confidence and have a sense of control and input about their lives. They have a voice and are listened to. Young people’s attitude to their learning has increased and they take a keen interest in improving their educational attainment. This personal commitment is helping enhance their life chances. Outcomes for young people continue to be monitored by the registered manager and monthly quality assurance visits are completed by an independent visitor. These systems ensure the young people are not only safe, but are making measurable progress as a consequence of their placement.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

There have not been any complaints since the last inspection, however young people are clear how to use this process and feel confident that they would be listened too. This aids young people to feel empowered. One young person commented ‘I know how make a compliant, staff here are really open’.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

During the last inspection there were 5 requirements raised. These have been addressed. This has seen the use of bedroom door alarms no longer common practice but instead individually risk assessed. Staff are helping the young people to express their wishes and feelings and this is being captured through direct key working sessions as well as weekly overview reviews, and the independent person is now sending a copy of the independents person’s report to HMCI. These improvements are all helping to enhance the quality of personalised care being offered to each young person.

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Information about this children's home

The home is owned and operated by a private company and is part of a large national organisation. The home is registered to provide care and accommodation for up to four young people with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.

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Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

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Recent inspection history

13/10/2014 CH - Interim Sustained 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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