Children's Home run by Halina Care Group Limited in Nottinghamshire

Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2748207 1 Registered provider: Halina Care Group Limited

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Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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Information about this children’s home

The home is operated by a private company. The home provides care for one child who may experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

The home’s manager registered in October 2024 but is not working in the home. A new manager has been appointed.

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Information about this children’s home

The responsible individual and the new manager were present during the inspection.

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Information about this children’s home

At the time of the inspection, one child was living in the home.

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Inspection date: 5 August 2025

Enforcement action since last inspection: none

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Information about this inspection

At this inspection, the inspectors evaluated:

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Information about this inspection

 the care of children  the safety of children  the effectiveness of leaders and managers. The inspector looked closely at the experiences and progress of children, using the social care common inspection framework. This assurance 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’. Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2748207 2

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Findings from the inspection

We did not identify any serious or widespread concerns in relation to the care or protection of children at this assurance inspection.

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Findings from the inspection

This visit took place following the registered manager’s departure from the home. The registered manager will leave the company in September, and the post has been appointed to. A director, who was previously a registered manager, is overseeing the home. A manager has been appointed and was present during the inspection.

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Findings from the inspection

At the time of the inspection, one child was living in the home. They have lived at the home since the home was registered.

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Findings from the inspection

The relationship between the child and the staff continues to be very good. The child is settled, and they have developed good relationships with staff and say that they like living in this home.

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Findings from the inspection

The child enjoys a wide range of activities with staff and their peers, including the opportunity to have holidays abroad. As a result, they enjoy positive relationships through these fun experiences. This supports their overall development and positive relationships with staff.

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Findings from the inspection

The child keeps in touch with their family and significant people in their life. Staff understand the importance of their relationship with their family, and this has helped strengthen their relationships. For example, the child is supported to have visits in the community and family are welcomed visitors in the home. This includes planned overnight visits. As a result, this has helped the child to keep in contact with people who are important to them.

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Findings from the inspection

The child living in the home has not made any complaints. They are aware of how to make a complaint and the professionals who they can speak to. Staff encourage the child to speak to professionals in a confidential space. As a result, they feel able to have discussions around any areas of concern. The child’s social worker gave positive feedback and is happy with the care and support given to the child.

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Findings from the inspection

Leaders are passionate about, and aspirational for the child. They lead by example and have a very positive culture in this home.

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Findings from the inspection

The very stable and consistent staff team feel highly valued and supported. Staff enjoy working in the home. They speak positively about the child that they care for. Morale within the staff team is high.

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Findings from the inspection

The new manager has used research to update her knowledge. Staff have received additional training around the specific needs of the child and the needs of staff. This training related to compassionate fatigue and online safety. Arrangements have been Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2748207 3 made to complete learning relating to trauma-informed practice. This helps staff to better understand the child’s individual needs and provides additional strategies on how best to support them.

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Findings from the inspection

The responsible individual and the new manager’s oversight has improved. They have taken immediate action when addressing shortfalls. As a result, the requirements raised at the last inspection have been met. Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2748207 4

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

29/04/2025 Full Good Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2748207 5

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Halina Care Group Limited

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: 1 Bowden Drive, Boulevard Industrial Park, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2JY

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Inspectors

Corline Parker, Social Care Inspector Laura Copus, Social Care Inspector Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2748207 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 children looked after, safeguarding and child protection.

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