Children's home run by All Children Matter Limited

Inspection report for children’s home: 2824784 1 Registered provider: All Children Matter Limited

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Full inspection Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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Information about this children’s home

A private provider runs this home. It is registered to provide care for up to one child who may have emotional and/or social difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

This is the home’s first inspection since registering with Ofsted in April 2025.

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Information about this children’s home

There was one child living in the home at the time of the inspection. The child was spoken to during the inspection.

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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

Overall judgement at last inspection: not applicable

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good

Enforcement action since last inspection: none Inspection report for children’s home: 2824784 2

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child says that they enjoy positive experiences which take into account their hobbies and interests. The child particularly benefits from attending healthy activities such as regular trips to the gym and taking part in Muay Thai classes.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The home provides a warm, nurturing and welcoming environment where the child feels safe and valued. The child reports feeling happy and well cared for and describes positive relationships with staff. They feel listened to and are confident in approaching staff to discuss any worries or concerns. This reflects the home’s commitment to promoting emotional well-being and building trust through consistent, child-centred care.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff provide tailored support and guidance that is responsive to the child’s individual needs. This is delivered in a sensitive and thoughtful manner, enabling the child to develop trusting relationships with staff and feel confident in sharing concerns. As a result, the child is increasingly able to talk openly about personal issues and experiences, contributing to their emotional well-being and sense of safety within the home.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The staff team promotes the importance of family time, meaning that the child spends regular time with the people who are important to them. The child’s parent said they could not find fault with the staff and that they are helpful and friendly when supporting their family time, which ensures that the child and family have a positive experience when they spend time together.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child has made some progress in relation to their health. They are registered with all local health services. Staff have supported them to attend specific health services in relation to a previously unmet need. While engagement is still inconsistent there are some positive steps being made.

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

Risk assessments provide some detail and include steps for staff to take in response to the child’s behaviour, as well as preventative steps. Effective behaviour management plans provide clarity to staff to enable them to support the child.

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

When the child goes missing from home, they are supported with a coordinated and comprehensive response. The staff work well with the multi-agency missing-from-home team. Staff ensure that crucial information is shared with the local authority and police. This helps build a picture of potential locations where children could be. The missing persons police officer said that they felt staff do all they can to help locate the child when they go missing from home.

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

Room searches of children’s bedrooms and possessions are carried out sensitively. Consideration is given to the dignity and respect of children. Inspection report for children’s home: 2824784 3 Leaders and managers do not consistently comply with statutory requirements in relation to notifying Ofsted of safeguarding concerns. On several occasions, notifications have either not been submitted or have been delayed, which compromises the regulator’s ability to maintain effective oversight.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The members of the management team show ambition and commitment to delivering high-quality care. They maintain effective oversight of the operation of the home and have a clear understanding of the child’s individual needs. Leaders ensure that staff consistently apply the principles of praise and positive reinforcement, which are embedded across daily practice. This contributes to a nurturing environment where the child feels valued and supported.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

There are effective arrangements in place for staff training. Learning includes courses such as safeguarding and positive behaviour support. In addition, staff undertake training that is specific to the needs of the children living at the home.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff receive regular supervision that supports their professional development and well- being. They report feeling confident in raising concerns with the manager and describe the leadership as approachable and supportive. This contributes to a positive team culture where staff feel valued and equipped to meet the needs of the child effectively.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff benefit from regular team meetings which provide a structured forum for reflection, collaboration and consistency. These meetings are used effectively to share progress, explore the child’s evolving needs, and promote a unified approach to care. As a result, staff are well-informed and aligned in their practice, contributing to a stable and supportive environment for the child.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders and managers have put in place effective monitoring and review systems. This helps them to identify the strengths and areas for development and take action to address any shortfalls identified. Inspection report for children’s home: 2824784 4

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Statutory requirements

This section sets out the actions that the registered person(s) must take to meet the Care Standards Act 2000, The 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

The registered person must notify HMCI and each other relevant person without delay if—

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Requirement Due date

a child is involved in or subject to, or is suspected of being involved in or subject to, sexual exploitation;

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Requirement Due date

an incident requiring police involvement occurs in relation to a child which the registered person considers to be serious;

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Requirement Due date

there is an allegation of abuse against the home or a person working there;

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Requirement Due date

a child protection enquiry involving a child —

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Requirement Due date

concludes (in which case, the notification must include the outcome of the child protection enquiry); or

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Requirement Due date

there is any other incident relating to a child which the registered person considers to be serious. (Regulation 40 (4)(a)(b)(c)(d)(i)(ii) (e))

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Requirement Due date

Specifically, the registered person must ensure that all serious incidents are reported and that these are reported ‘without delay’. 26 September 2025

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Information about this inspection

The inspector has 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: 2824784 5

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: All Children Matter Limited

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: Unit 4, Hurricane Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside L24 8RL

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Children’s home details

Responsible individual: Rachel Springford

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Inspector

James Meeks, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children’s home: 2824784 6 and inspects 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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