Children's Home run by Compass Children‟s Homes Limited in Calderdale

Inspection report for children’s home – monitoring visit: SC483220 1 SC483220 Registered provider: Compass Children’s Homes Limited

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Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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Information about this children’s home

This home is owned by a private company. It provides care for up to 5 children who may experience social and emotional difficulties. Two children were living at the home at the time of the monitoring visit, and the inspector spoke with both children.

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Information about this children’s home

The manager registered with Ofsted in August 2024.

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Information about this children’s home

The registered manager was unavailable at the time of the monitoring visit. The deputy manager and the responsible individual supported the visit.

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This monitoring visit

On 30 September and 1 October 2025, an assurance inspection was carried out to review the provider’s response to serious incidents that had been notified to Ofsted. This inspection identified serious and widespread concerns regarding the care and protection of children. The responsible individual provided a clear action plan to address the concerns identified and provided assurances that no more children would move into the home until they were satisfied with the improvements.

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This monitoring visit

A monitoring visit was carried out on 13 November 2025 to review the provider’s progress against their action plan and review the improvements made to the experiences, wellbeing, and safety of children. The visit identified a lack of progress and further shortfalls regarding the care and protection of children. Ofsted issued 2 compliance notices under Regulation 12, ‘The protection of children standard’, and Regulation 13, ‘The leadership and management standard’.

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This monitoring visit

This visit was carried out to review the effectiveness of the action taken by the provider to address the compliance notices.

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This monitoring visit

Senior leaders have implemented systems and identified resources to support the management of the home. However, these systems are not effective as inaccuracies Inspection report for children’s home – monitoring visit: SC483220 2 in staff reporting and recording are not consistently recognised or responded to in a way that brings about change. The deputy manager has not received consistent and effective support to carry out the day-to-day operation of the home and fulfil their role and responsibility.

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This monitoring visit

Notifications of serious incidents to Ofsted lack detail and assurances, and on one occasion a notification was not received in a timely manner. This makes it difficult for Ofsted to appropriately assess and review the quality of care provided to children or the action taken by staff to protect children from the risk of harm.

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This monitoring visit

Staff know the children well and children feel comfortable approaching staff for support and guidance. Staff regularly carry out focused discussions with children to educate them on their individual risks. Children can reflect on their risks and explore and understand their emotions in a safe space.

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This monitoring visit

Staff ensure that children are actively involved in the decisions about their care and daily routines. One child has been supported to understand their emerging health condition and the proposed treatment plan. Staff keep children updated about matters that are important to them. This helps children to maintain their sense of safety and stability.

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This monitoring visit

Staff understand the provider’s model of care and use it to support children and de- escalate situations when children are upset. Staff follow clear processes to support each child’s individual safety. Leaders and managers encourage staff to reflect on incidents and use this learning to further develop the care children receive. When children make allegations, staff take steps to ensure that children are kept informed about the progress of these matters and the actions being taken.

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This monitoring visit

Significant refurbishment and changes have been made to the home to create a safe, welcoming environment for children. New carpets have been fitted, and rooms have been decorated and refurbished. Children’s views inform decisions about the presentation of the home. One child has changed the layout of one of their favourite communal rooms. Another child has chosen to move bedrooms, as this provides space for their music equipment. However, despite the evident changes, not all repairs and hazards have been identified and reported. Inspection report for children’s home – monitoring visit: SC483220 3

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

14/07/2025 Full Good 19/03/2025 Full Outstanding 06/02/2024 Full Outstanding 16/08/2022 Full Good Inspection report for children’s home – monitoring visit: SC483220 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 leadership and management standard is that the registered person enables, inspires, and leads a culture in relation to the children’s home that—

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Requirement Due date

helps children aspire to fulfil their potential; and

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Requirement Due date

In particular, the standard in paragraph (1) requires the registered person to—

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Requirement Due date

lead and manage the home in a way that is consistent with the approach and ethos, and delivers the outcomes, set out in the home’s statement of purpose;

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Requirement Due date

understand the impact that the quality of care provided in the home is having on the progress and experiences of each child and use this understanding to inform the development of the quality of care provided in the home;

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Requirement Due date

use monitoring and review systems to make continuous improvements in the quality of care provided in the home. (Regulation 13 (1)(a)(b) (2)(a)(f)(h)) 22 February 2026

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Requirement Due date

*These requirements are subject to a compliance notice.

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Information about this inspection

The purpose of this visit was to monitor the action taken and the progress made by the children’s home since its last Ofsted inspection.

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Information about this inspection

This inspection was carried out under the Care Standards Act 2000. Inspection report for children’s home – monitoring visit: SC483220 5

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Compass Children’s Homes Limited

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: 3 Rayns Way, Syston, Leicester LE7 1PF

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Children’s home details

Responsible individual: Christopher Bowker

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Inspector

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