Children's home run by Future In Mind Limited in Bolton

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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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

This home was judged good at the full inspection. At this interim inspection, Ofsted judges that it has sustained effectiveness .

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

The home was last inspected in July 2016. Four requirements were made. The manager has taken action to address the shortfalls. During this inspection, one requirement was raised. The home is judged sustained effectiveness.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

The carpet on the stairs and landing has now been replaced. It no longer presents a tripping hazard. As a result, the risk of tripping hazards is now reduced. This keeps everyone safe.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

There is now a window restrictor to protect the window from being opened too far in a young person’s bedroom. As a result, the window cannot be opened to its full potential. This prevents potential access on to the conservatory roof and keeps young people safe.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

The trees, hedges and brambles have now been maintained in the garden. The damaged sheds and contents have been removed. This has provided more space in the garden. As a result, young people have a safe place to play.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

Emergency lights are now located on wall brackets in their allocated place. The lights provide the necessary precautions in line with the fire risk assessment. This keeps all who live, work and visit the home safe in the event of a fire evacuation.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

The manager now receives regular supervision from the director of care. The records show a monthly pattern of supervision since the last full inspection in July 2016. As a result, the manager receives valuable feedback about her practice and management of the home.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

A bedroom window is damaged. The window when closed does not fit into the frame. As a result, there is a gap. This has the potential to let in draughts and cold.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

The two young people resident are siblings. They both continue to benefit from their sustained placement. The staff remain vigilant in monitoring bullying behaviour between them and provide one-to-one staffing levels to keep them safe. Allegations and complaints received are handled well. Referrals to the relevant safeguarding agencies ensure that young people are protected from harm. The manager responds to, investigates and provides a written outcome following any complaints.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

The manager has recruited a deputy manager since the last inspection. A staff member already working at the home has been promoted to the post. As a result, young people benefit from receiving care from staff who are already familiar to them.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

Both young people continue to have positive experiences living at the home. One young person said, ‘I’m going to youth club tonight.’ Another young person said, ‘I go to dodge ball now.’ As a result, they continue to thrive and enjoy themselves.

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The effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of

The manager and staff work in joint partnership with all professionals who are involved in the care of the two young people. Social workers and education staff speak highly of the staff and manager. There are no concerns from external professionals about the quality of care that young people receive.

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Information about this children's home

This privately owned children’s home is registered to care for up to two children and young people with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties aged six to 17 years.

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Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement 26/07/2016 Full Good 18/03/2016 Interim Sustained effectiveness 19/01/2016 Full Good 26/03/2015 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 within the given timescales.

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Requirement Due date

In order to meet the protection of children standard the registered person must ensure—

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Requirement Due date

(2)(d) the premises used for the purpose of the home are designed, furnished and maintained so as to protect each child from avoidable hazards to the child’s health. 28/04/2017

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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 that 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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