Setting in Kirklees

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 sustained effectiveness .

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The one recommendation made at the last inspection has been addressed. A hand- wash basin in the upstairs toilet has now been installed. This promotes good personal hygiene. There have been no admissions or discharges since the last inspection. The boys continue to flourish and they are happy living at this home. This is resultant of the secure and nurturing care, help and protection that they receive from this child- centred and committed staff team. The manager recognises the difference in the boys. Regarding one of the young people, she said, ‘He has grown up! He’s almost like a different kid’. The boys enjoy strong and trusting relationships with staff. Their bonds with each other mimic siblings and they generally live amicably together. The boys have a number of reasons to feel proud. They are motivated to attend their education and college placements. This gives them the impetus to work hard to reach their goals and improve their future prospects. Those starting new

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

mainstream schools are provided with well integrated support to ensure they settle into their new environment. Challenges to the boy’s educational attainment are countered by the staff team. They work closely with education providers, going the extra mile to help overcome any barriers to their progress. The boys health needs are well met and they take responsibility for their health, wellbeing and personal care. For example, a young person with complex health needs continues to manage his medication with staff encouragement. Young people understand the importance of healthy lifestyles. Most are involved in physical activities, such as swimming, football gym and playing outside on the ample grounds. This keeps them fit and it promotes the ‘feel good’ factor.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The boys are safe as a result of the actions taken by staff to help and protect them. Missing from care incidents are relatively low and the relevant procedures are followed when their whereabouts are not known. There are no child sexual exploitation worries. Some of the boy’s recent risk taking behaviours, such as fire starting has been risk managed and quickly dealt with through individual work. This helps them to see the negative impact of their actions. Consequently, no repeated incidents have occurred. Recent challenging behaviours have subsided and the boys involved have settled down into the expected routines and safe boundaries. The staff are alert to the boys’ emotional temperament and recognise improvements in those who self-regulate at a quicker pace and can express remorse for their actions.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Physical intervention is used as a last resort and as a protective measure. Restorative meetings have constructively addressed issues of verbal bullying between the boys, which has since ceased. One young person has taken a keen interest in the restorative approach to repairing harm, having experienced the benefits himself. As a result, he will be supported to undertake a training course, which will enable him to be formally involved in future meetings. This innovative approach empowers young people to develop transferable skills and confidence that will help them to manage conflict in all aspects of their lives.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Young people’s wishes and feelings continue to be actively listened to. Their views influence the running of the home, their activities and plans. This gives them a sense of ownership and respects their rights. One complaint made by a young person about a staff member’s behaviour has been swiftly dealt with to a suitable outcome.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Well organised contact arrangements promote the boys identity and heritage and keeps them connected with the important people in their lives.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager and responsible individual continue to exercise strong and decisive leadership. Since the last inspection, new staff have replaced those who have left. This includes new senior staff and a deputy, which should further strengthen the management team. The manager values the team and described them as ‘Fabulous.’ Most staff are suitably experienced and qualified to the level three diploma or close to achieving this qualification. This promotes a skilled workforce that can competently care for young people and meet their needs. The boy’s benefit from spacious accommodation that is set in a rural environment. It is physically safe, homely and welcoming. Planned repairs in response to some damage in communal areas and bedrooms are confirmed to ensure a well maintained home. The manager’s monitoring is enhanced by independent monitoring visits that provide a valuable oversight of the home’s quality of care. However, the reports do

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

not include an explicit opinion of whether young people are safeguarded and their welfare promoted. The staff team successfully maintain highly effective partnerships with other professionals. This ensures good access to resources and the best possible outcomes for the boys. Although their progress is not without challenge, it is evident that living at the home makes a real difference to the boy’s holistic development from each of their starting points.

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Information about this children's home

This is a privately run children’s home registered to provide care and accommodation for up to five 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

17/03/2015 Interim Sustained effectiveness

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Statutory Requirements

This section sets out the actions which must be taken so that the registered person/s meets the Care Standards Act 2000, Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Guide to the children's homes regulations including the quality standards. The registered person(s) must comply with the given timescales.

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Requirement Due date

The independent person must produce a report about a visit ('the independent person's report') which sets out, in particular, the independent person's opinion as to whether -

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Requirement Due date

children are effectively safeguarded; and the conduct of the home promotes children's well-being (Regulation 44 (4)(a)(b)) 31/05/2016

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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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