Children's home run by Cambian Childcare Limited in Hammersmith and Fulham

Inspection report for children's home: SC446325 1 SC446325 Registered provider: Cambian Childcare 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

This home is privately owned and managed. It provides care and support for two children who may have social and/or emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

There are two children living at this home, and both children spoke to the inspector.

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Information about this children’s home

The manager registered with Ofsted in November 2022.

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Overall experiences and progress of

children and young people, taking into account

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outstanding

How well children and young people are helped and protected outstanding

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outstanding

The effectiveness of leaders and managers outstanding

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outstanding

The children’s home provides highly effective services that consistently exceed the standards of good. The actions of the children’s home contribute to significantly improved outcomes and positive experiences for children and young people who need help, protection and care.

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outstanding

Date of last inspection: 11 September 2024

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outstanding

Overall judgement at last inspection: good

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outstanding

Enforcement action since last inspection: none Inspection report for children's home: SC446325 2

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

11/09/2024 Full Good 28/02/2024 Full Good 24/08/2022 Full Good 24/03/2022 Interim Sustained effectiveness Inspection report for children's home: SC446325 3

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Since the last inspection, one child has moved into the home. The child already living in the home has remained settled and continued to make exceptional progress .

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Children benefit from exceptional, personalised care that supports a smooth transition from childhood into adulthood. Moves are planned with great attention to detail. Children are fully involved throughout, taking part in visits to their new home and receiving clear, practical information about the local area.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Staff demonstrate an unwavering commitment to maintaining positive relationships with children. One child said, ‘I have this thing called lifelong links and I can add their [staff] names to it. I will be back for tea, and if I need help.’ Young adults who have left are warmly welcomed back into the home, and staff continue to offer guidance and emotional support as needed. As a result, children feel secure, valued and confident, knowing that they can rely on trusted adults even after they have moved on.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Children are enthusiastic about learning and are making excellent progress. One child, who had previously been out of education, has not only re ‑ engaged but has achieved positive GCSE results, secured a place to study three A-levels at college and now aspires to attend university. The child said, ‘I never thought I could do that, but they talked to me about options…and I can get support so I can go to uni.’ Children now have ambitions for their futures.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Staff use creative and innovative approaches, including virtual technology, to spark curiosity and maintain children’s engagement in learning. One child has made notable improvements in reading fluency, supported by staff who tailor learning to their individual needs. The child said, ‘Adults here help me with reading. I found reading hard before. I read out loud, and then if I get a word wrong, they help me with that.’ As a result, children experience education as exciting, achievable and full of possibilities.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Children flourish in an environment where their individuality is valued, and their experiences continue to grow. Staff are curious and resourceful; they talk with children about their interests and introduce them to new activities. One child has recently joined a sewing club, and others are learning to play the guitar. Staff also take children on exciting camping and hiking trips. Children enjoy a wide range of enriching experiences that reflect their interests. They benefit from staff who are creative and motivated to broaden children’s horizons, build their confidence, and enrich their daily lives.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Staff go above and beyond to ensure that children spend quality, enjoyable time with their families, building positive memories in a safe way. Staff have a comprehensive understanding of children’s histories and family relationships. They are devoted to advocating for children to have safe time with their families in a natural, non-intrusive Inspection report for children's home: SC446325 4 way. One parent said, ‘We go out for family time now in the community, it’s great to spend time with [the child]. The staff are great, they always make me feel welcome.’

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

Children are supported to feel safe and secure, surrounded by adults who know them extremely well and provide high-quality care. Staff are committed to providing a nurturing and warm environment where children feel safe and valued. Children have trusted adults they can speak to openly, without fear of judgment. Children who previously did not feel able to trust adults can now identify and talk openly to staff. Staff listen carefully, take children’s views seriously, and children feel safe.

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

Staff have a comprehensive understanding of the children’s needs and risks. They educate children about risk using consistent and creative approaches that are attuned to children’s understanding. Children are supported and educated about the safe use of the internet and mobile phones. They are involved in risk assessments and safety plans. One child has demonstrated a better understanding of how to use the internet and a mobile phone, thereby increasing safety and reducing risks.

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

Children do not go missing from home. However, staff have explicit knowledge of the actions they should take if children’s whereabouts are unknown, supported by clear, detailed plans.

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

Children are supported through highly nurturing and therapeutic parenting approaches. Staff prioritise positive behaviour, focusing on encouragement and reinforcement, rather than consequences for unwanted behaviour. Staff talk to children about risks to educate them and help them make informed choices. Staff provide clear expectations and routines. This balanced approach provides children with a natural sense of structure, helping them feel calm, secure and emotionally regulated.

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

Staff use innovative, research ‑ informed strategies to motivate and celebrate children’s achievements. Children receive instant, meaningful rewards that recognise their successes. These rewards are thoughtfully tailored to children’s interests. For example, staff have creatively sourced anime cards and Japanese sweets to ensure the rewards feel personal and exciting.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The team is led by an experienced, highly supportive and enthusiastic manager, with high aspirations for children. One member of staff said, ‘He [the manager] is the reason I am a team leader, always believing in me when I didn’t. He has really helped build the confidence I need.’ Staff feel highly valued and excited to continually provide high- quality care so that children can flourish.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The manager and staff demonstrate a strong commitment to improving practice. Reflective, well-structured supervision sessions support staff to continuously develop Inspection report for children's home: SC446325 5 their skills and knowledge. Research-informed practice is embedded in the team’s ethos. Staff enthusiastically welcome new learning opportunities to enhance the quality of care.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

After successfully supporting a child to move to live more independently, staff continued to evaluate practice to strengthen future planning. Staff researched publications relating to care-experienced young people to further enhance the support that they provide to children as they become adults.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Children benefit from a stable, highly experienced and qualified staff team. The small staff team is well-established and staff work extremely well together. Any staff absence is covered by the permanent staff members. Agency and bank staff are not used. The team is dedicated to providing consistency and continuity of care.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Children develop a strong sense of belonging and are highly valued. Children’s special occasions are celebrated by the whole team. Recently, all staff celebrated one child’s birthday by going out with the child and the child’s family. The manager and staff are extremely child-focused and place a high value on promoting a positive family life environment.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Children live in a home that has been thoughtfully designed to reflect their individuality, with careful consideration given to their views, identities and cultural backgrounds. House plants have been chosen to celebrate one child’s cultural heritage, and another child selected the new colour scheme for the lounge. Recent improvements, including a newly fitted kitchen, show the continued investment in the home. The manager and staff have created a warm, nurturing and homely environment .

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The manager and staff are highly respected by other professionals. They work collaboratively with professionals to ensure that the right plans are in place for children. When plans to move a child into the home were made, they worked collectively with all professionals for both children. A social work team manager said, ‘This was in total partnership with the team. It’s really far away from [name of placing authority], the distance could have been a worry, but they’ve been amazing.’ Inspection report for children's home: SC446325 6

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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: SC446325 7

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Cambian Childcare Limited

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: Caretech, Parkview, 82 Oxford Road, Uxbridge UB8 1UX

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Inspector

Sarah Probert, social care inspector Inspection report for children's home: SC446325 8 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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