Children's home run by Treasure Nest Limited

Inspection report for children's home: 2856063 1 Registered provider: Treasure Nest 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 company owns this home. It provides care for up to 3 children who may experience emotional and social difficulties.

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Information about this children's home

The manager registered with Ofsted in August 2025.

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Information about this children's home

At the time of the inspection, 2 children were living at the home. The inspector met and spoke with each child.

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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: not previously inspected

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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: 2856063 2

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children benefit from positive relationships with staff who know them well. Children say that staff listen to them, support them and understand them. Children's wishes and feelings are central to care planning and decision-making. Staff respond promptly and consistently, which empowers children to influence their care and feel valued.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children enjoy spending time with staff, such as watching movies or helping with cooking or baking. Staff ensure that each child has opportunities to explore new hobbies, develop social skills and create positive experiences. One child said that they enjoy long walks where they can have meaningful conversations with staff.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff support children to maintain important family connections that strengthen their identity and sense of belonging. Staff work creatively and sensitivity with families to overcome barriers, ensuring that arrangements to spend time together are child centred, safe and emotionally nurturing.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff have high aspirations for children's education. Staff work closely with schools and education professionals to remove barriers to learning. For example, one child who hopes to become a paramedic has been supported to access alternative provision and staff are exploring work experience opportunities that align with their ambition. Another child who previously struggled in school has settled well due to effective joint working, resulting in reduced incidents and improved participation.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff support children with their physical and emotional health needs. Staff are proactive in arranging healthcare appointments, promoting healthy lifestyles and encouraging children to make positive choices. Staff supported one child throughout their stay in hospital for an emergency operation. Staff ensured that her needs were fully met while also liaising with the social worker and family members.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff help children to develop independence skills at a pace that is suited to their age, ability and readiness. For one child who is preparing to move to semi-independence, staff have created structured opportunities that build on their confidence, practical skills and decision-making skills. This ensures that children are well prepared for adulthood.

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

Safeguarding arrangements are effective. Leaders create a strong culture where the safety and protection of children are embedded in everyday practice. Systems for recording, reporting and analysing concerns are comprehensive and supported by robust management oversight. Staff understand their responsibilities and act promptly to protect children. Inspection report for children's home: 2856063 3 Staff demonstrate professional curiosity. They build warm, trusting relationships with children. They invest time in getting to know each child, showing genuine interest in their lives and experiences. This means that children feel listened to and safeguarded by staff who understand their vulnerabilities and respond quickly to concerns.

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

Children's care planning documents are clear and detailed, which help to effectively guide staff practice. Staff understand each child's risks and needs, and they consistently implement strategies to support children to be safe. Children's known and emerging risks are managed confidently and proactively.

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

When children go missing from home, staff follow procedures diligently. They work closely with external agencies and families, actively searching for children and ensuring that care plans are reviewed after each incident. Staff have supportive return home conversations with children. This enables staff to identify patterns, triggers and opportunities for early intervention.

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

Risks associated with substance misuse are understood. Staff help children to access specialist support when needed. They encourage children to make safer choices, and ensure that preventative strategies are in place.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders are passionate and child focused. They provide a clear vision that prioritises children's safety, stability and long-term outcomes. Leaders recognise the challenges that children face when moving from residential care onto independence. They are exploring ways in which they can strengthen support for children at this crucial time.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

As a newly established home, with several staff still in their probation period, leaders have ensured that experienced staff from the company's other home provide guidance and support. Alongside strong management oversight, this has helped to embed the provider's values, ethos and expectations from the outset.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders build warm, trusting relationships with both staff and children, creating a nurturing culture where everyone feels valued and understood. Staff feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Staff describe managers as approachable, supportive and invested in their development. Staff feel empowered by leaders, who model excellent practice, communication and clear guidance. This has directly contributed to a motivated, resilient and stable workforce.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders have effective quality assurance systems in place. They use a wide range of monitoring tools, including internal audits and external scrutiny, to gain a thorough understanding of strengths and areas for further development. Management oversight is robust, transparent and proactive, ensuring that emerging issues are addressed swiftly.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff benefit from training, professional supervision and reflective practice. Supervision sessions focus on professional development, emotional wellbeing and reflective thinking. Team meetings provide opportunities for staff to learn from one another and respond Inspection report for children's home: 2856063 4 sensitively and thoughtfully to children's presenting needs. These opportunities contribute to a skilled workforce that is committed to providing high-quality care.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders maintain effective relationships with the wider professional network to ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to each child's care. They participate in multi-agency meetings, advocating for children and ensuring that their voices are central to care planning. This collaborative approach ensures that children receive the right support at the right time. Inspection report for children's home: 2856063 5

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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: 2856063 6

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Children's home details

Registered provider: Treasure Nest Limited

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Children's home details

Registered provider address: Mayfield & Co, 2 Merus Court, Meridian Business Park, Leicester LE19 1RJ

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Children's home details

Responsible individual: Leona White-Simmonds

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Inspector

Tazim Akhtar, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children's home: 2856063 7 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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