Children's Home run by Roundhouse Care in Staffordshire

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

This home was judged outstanding at the full inspection. At this interim inspection, Ofsted judges that it has sustained effectiveness . Children and young people continue to enjoy living at the home. They enjoy their education and receive support from staff with their school homework and projects. Staff recognise the achievements made by children and young people. A staff member gave an example to the inspector: ‘She got second and third prize for her science work. School gave her an award for completing an excellent science project.’ One child returned to full-time education in the new year. This was a significant improvement for him. Staff supported him well to gain confidence by having a home tutor who gradually increased the hours of support. This enabled him to attend school on a full-time basis. The health needs of children and young people are met. They thrive and remain fit and well. Staff ensure that children and young people attend all their routine health

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

appointments. Staff also encourage children and young people to take part in physical activities such as swimming, bike riding, walking and horse riding. This keeps children and young people fit and active. Children and young people are safe living in the home. The high staffing levels keep them safe. Children and young people do not go missing from home or engage in anti-social behaviour. The restraints are low level and only used as a last resort. The manager and staff continue to work exceptionally well with all partner agencies, including families. A social worker commented about the joint working: ‘I am very impressed with how they have worked with the mom and nan. They have established good relationships and make them feel relaxed and are very helpful.’ The manager continues to monitor the service and makes good use of the feedback from the independent visitor. Action is taken when shortfalls are noted.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Staff benefit from regular supervision and training that support their practice. As a result, staff receive additional support from a therapist to improve their knowledge and practice. A staff member said: ‘One day a week for four weeks we spend time with the therapist. This helps the staff to understand why the children and young people behave the way they do. It explains the impact and effect on how children and young people respond and how staff can work effectively with them. It puts more meat on the bones of our training. It makes more sense now.’ As a result, children and young people receive excellent individualised care.

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Information about this children’s home

This home is operated by a private provider, and is registered to provide care and accommodation for three young people who have 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

24/03/2016 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 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 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 whom 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. This inspection was carried out under the Care Standards Act 2000 to assess the

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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 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

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