Children's Home run by North Yorkshire County Council in North Yorkshire

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

This home was judged Outstanding at the last 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

One of the two requirements made at the time of the previous inspection is not yet met. Reports about visits to the home by an independent person do not meet the requirements in legislation, as they fail to express an opinion about whether or not young people‟s safety and wellbeing are promoted. As the home continuous to be managed exceedingly well, the impact of this is minimal. However, the continued absence of evaluative independent review undermines legislation aimed at demonstrating meaningful rigorous independent scrutiny of the home.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Staff use relatively few disciplinary measures in response to young people‟s behaviours. It is now clear that consideration is given about the effectiveness and any outcomes as a result of this type of approach. It is also evident that restorative approaches are more likely to be adopted in keeping with the home ethos. This means staff are appropriately mindful of what may underlay any concerning behaviour. Addressing the cause of young people‟s distress in this way reduces the likelihood of escalating behaviour. These improvements meet a previous requirement.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Relationships between young people and staff continue to be a major strength. Staff have a deep understanding about the true value of establishing trust with young people and about the need to continually sustain this. As a result, young people get on well with staff and each other. Young people learn staff can help them manage difficult feelings and become more relaxed enabling them to take part in a range of enriching activities. A young person said. „I know the home is outstanding. Everyone should come and live here.‟

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Highly effective partnership working with a police colleague based in the home continues. For example, a young person was able to pass her mobile phone straight over to staff when she received a disturbing phone call. Any concerns raised by staff and young people are immediately acted on by the in house police officer. This results in those who pose a threat to young people in the home and wider community being speedily apprehended, ensuring young people are safe. There has been one incident of missing lasting for a few hours by one young person since the previous inspection. The young person was quickly located and returned to the home and interviewed to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Staff have a sound understanding of the young person‟s needs and the reasons underlying this behaviour. This means they are able to offer appropriate support increasing the young person‟s sense of safety. Young people are not subject to

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

child sexual exploitation. This is because staff are highly vigilant about the risks that vulnerable young people are exposed and take the necessary steps to reduce the likelihood of this.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Staff have excellent relationships with other professionals such as in house therapeutic staff including a clinical psychologist and speech and language therapist. As result, young people engage exceptionally well in work aimed at identifying their underlying needs and providing individualised support. Separate evaluation reports completed by the police and clinical staff demonstrate improved safety and wellbeing. This is as a result of the direct access young people receive to their services. Being able to maintain this level of support into early adulthood helps redress the balance faced by the most disadvantage young people increasing their future opportunities.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Education staff gain increased understanding of young people needs because of effective partnership working. For instance, clinical staff based within the home deliver training within some schools about the impact of abuse and neglect on brain development. This led to a young person being successfully returned to school significantly increasing the likelihood of improved educational outcomes. A member of staff said, „It went down really well they have asked if we can deliver it to the whole school.‟

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The majority of young people make sound progress with their education taking into account their starting points. For both the other young people who are struggling with education or employment, staff are aware of that significant emotional family needs are a major factor. As a result additional education support is in place for one young person and individualised support is available to help the other. Young people learn through this that they can sustain a level of focus on their education and future prospects despite increased difficulties. This helps young people realise that with the right support they can develop some resilience helping them manage feelings that may previously have felt overwhelming.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Young people‟s successful transitions to independence are significantly improved. This is because an important part of the homes provision is outreach support. Responsive staff work flexibly providing young people with a safety net whatever their circumstances, helping them get back on track. A young person‟s partner said, „The staff are amazing. They help you out with shopping, bring round bread and milk when you run out. Even if you don‟t live here they try to help you.‟

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The home continues to be exceedingly well run with young people‟s needs at the forefront of care practice. For example, assessing the suitability of individual staff to provide foster care placements when this is in the best interest of a young person. In recognition of the creative solution focussed approach the homes has received a national innovation award.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager and senior staff provide very good support to staff, enabling highly effective responses in meeting young people‟s needs. Valuing staff promotes a culture of respect and demonstrates to young people they are worthy of self-respect and how to show this to others. Young people have received feedback from the event they took part in with the Children‟s Commissioner, thanking them for their contribution. Empowering young people to voice their views and feelings in this way about being looked after helps them assert their rights as young citizens by influencing decision makers.

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Information about this children's home

The home may only provide care and accommodation for up to six children with emotional or behavioural difficulties. In addition may also provide care and accommodation for two children up to 28 days offsite. The home is owned and operated by a local authority.

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Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

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Recent inspection history

06 March 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 registered person must ensure that an independent person visits the children‟s home at least once each month.

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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 children are effectively safeguarded; and the conduct of the home promotes children‟s well-being the report should rigorous and evaluative (Regulation 44(1) and (4)). 29 May 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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