Children's home run by Time-Out Children’s Homes Limited in Calderdale

Inspection report for children's home: SC064530 1 SC064530 Registered provider: Time-Out Children’s Homes Limited Full inspection Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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Information about this children’s home

This home is privately owned and is registered with Ofsted to provide care for up to two children with social and emotional difficulties. The manager registered with Ofsted in August 2023.

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Overall experiences and progress of

children and young people, taking into account

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good

How well children and young people are helped and protected good

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good

The effectiveness of leaders and managers good

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good

The children’s home provides effective services that meet the requirements for good.

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good

Date of last inspection: 2 November 2022

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good

Overall judgement at last inspection: good

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good

Enforcement action since last inspection: none Inspection report for children's home: SC064530 2

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

02/11/2022 Full Good 08/03/2022 Full Outstanding 10/03/2020 Full Outstanding 01/08/2018 Full Good Inspection report for children's home: SC064530 3

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

At the time of the inspection, one child was living at the home. The manager has recently registered with Ofsted and there is a new staff team in place. This creates a stable platform and supports continuity of care. The home is pleasantly decorated and furnished throughout. The child has chosen how they want their bedroom to look, including a painted mural on one wall.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The manager has a background in education. When the child did not have an education placement, a routine for education at the home was put in place. The manager advocated for the child and supported a planned transition to a local school. The child has made new friendships. A teacher said the home’s staff are excellent and very supportive.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff support the child to overcome social barriers. Staff respond effectively to the child’s fears and anxieties. Their understanding of the child assists in effective behaviour support. Staff celebrate the child’s achievements and use praise to reinforce positive behaviour.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff support the child to engage in learning and community activities and groups. Direct work creates a safe space to discuss worries and feelings. Memory books include photos and captions refer to fun days and experiences.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child spends time with their family and previous carers. Staff support the child’s wishes to celebrate important events with their family. Staff arrange joint holidays with family members. The child experiences fun times with people who are important to them.

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How well children and young people are helped and protected: good

Before the child moved into the home, the manager ensured they knew how to make a complaint. Staff give the child the opportunity to discuss worries or concerns. Staff use creative and fun ways to support the child to express their views and wishes. This helps the child’s self-esteem and supports them to develop their own identity.

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How well children and young people are helped and protected: good

Staff build positive, trusting relationships with the child. They show understanding and empathy towards the child. This supports the child to feel safe and secure. Plans describe the child’s behaviour and include responses that help. Staff review plans to reflect progress and effective approaches.

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How well children and young people are helped and protected: good

Staff keep the child safe. Due to the child’s age, they are not left unsupervised when out in the community. Staff use their knowledge and understanding to build positive, trusting relationships. Specialist advice and consultation enhance staff’s responses to the child. Inspection report for children's home: SC064530 4 The manager and staff help the child to explore feelings and emotions. This develops emotional communication and reduces risk.

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How well children and young people are helped and protected: good

Staff evaluate daily events to support improved ways of working. The staff team has developed daily routines and planners for the child. This promotes predictability and helps the child to feel safe. When the child feels uncertain, they can seek staff out for reassurance.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff enjoy working at the home and feel supported by the leadership team. Staff work together to improve practice and care delivery. At times of difficulty, the staff pull together to support one another. Staff understand the child and the sensitive process of getting to know them. Staff are able to identify strengths within the team and use them to meet the child’s needs. This enhances the child’s experience and supports progress.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager and staff work collaboratively with external professionals and the child’s family. All professionals spoken to said that communication with the manager is excellent. The independent person’s visits to the home are robust. The manager uses monitoring systems to improve practice. This results in staff learning and developing new skills.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff receive monthly supervision which is well planned and structured. Supervisions provide a safe environment for staff to reflect. Records of team meetings evidence healthy discussions around training and ongoing learning.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff feel supported by the manager. Staff are enthusiastic about the progress the child is making. They said the in-house training supports their development and understanding. This improves care delivery.

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Information about this inspection

Inspectors have looked closely at the experiences and progress of children and young people, using the social care common inspection framework. This inspection was carried out under the Care Standards Act 2000 to assess the effectiveness of the service, how it meets the core functions of the service as set out in legislation, 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’. Inspection report for children's home: SC064530 5

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Time-Out Children’s Homes Limited

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: Unit 2, Ripponden Mill, Mill Fold, Ripponden, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire HX6 4DH

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Children’s home details

Responsible individual: Dominic Macauley

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Inspector

Sally Hallwood, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children's home: SC064530 6 to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children’s social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children’s services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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