Children's home run by Bright Futures Care Limited in Bolton

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

Since the last inspection in December 2015 the manager and staff have successfully supported one young person to move onto the organisation’s adult service. The move was extremely well planned because he was involved in helping to refurbish the property prior to moving in. This aided his preparation for leaving and move onto more independent living.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

A young person moved into the home in February 2016, his move was also well planned and in line with his wishes. This is because he lived in another of the organisation’s homes and had requested the move. Two staff with whom he has positive relationships also moved across to ensure continuity of care. The young person told the inspector he likes his new home and he has settled in. He benefits from having his own personal lounge, where he has created his own unique space. This has helped increase his sense of belonging.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Young people continue to thrive because they receive consistent care and support from staff who are committed to ensuring they achieve their individual potential. Staff work in effective partnership with a number of professionals to achieve this. Consequently, young people make progress with their communication skills, participation in community activities and behaviour. For example, one young person has started using a Language Acquisition through Motor Planning (LAMP) device in school. This will increase his ability to express himself independently and improve his social inclusion.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Care planning and practice is tailored to each young person’s needs and interests. They are supported to participate in a range of community activities specific to their own needs. For example, one young person has started attending a local youth club, this is providing him with the opportunity to meet and make new friends. Staff recognise the importance of a consistent approach for young people with autism, particularly at times of transition. They help them develop strategies to manage their fears and anxieties. Consequently, one young person’s family contact has improved because he is able to cope travelling longer distances in a car. This means he is able to sustain important attachments and a sense of his own identity.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The home provides a safe and secure environment and excellent levels of supervision ensure as far as possible that young people are safe from harm. There are no concerns relating complaints, safeguarding practice or incidents of young people going missing from the home. Positive behaviour management means the number of physical interventions has reduced since the last inspection.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Since the last inspection, there is a new manager who recently registered with Ofsted. He was previously the deputy manager so knows the home and young people very well. He is suitably qualified and experienced, and is committed to delivering high quality child care. He has addressed the two recommendations from the last inspection; one of which was the use of hand-held two way radios which is now in line with the policy. This ensures that the use of these is in line with best practice for young people.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The independent visitor reports are providing more evaluation and analysis of the quality of care. For example, there is more scrutiny around the physical intervention records, this promotes the welfare and safety of young people. In addition, the mangers bi-annual report is a comprehensive and evaluative document with a clear action plan to ensure continued development. There is strong evidence to demonstrate that the manager is influential in changing the lives of those in his care.

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Information about this children's home

The home is owned and operated by a private organisation. It provides care and accommodation for up to six young people with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties, learning disabilities or sensory impairment.

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Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

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Recent inspection history

18/03/2015 CH - 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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