Children's Home run by SSV Shapes Ltd in Barnet

Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2790891 1 Registered provider: SSV Shapes Ltd

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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 privately owned and provides care for up to 3 children who experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

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

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Information about this children’s home

This home and the manager registered with Ofsted on 3 February 2025.

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Information about this children’s home

The inspector was aware during this inspection that serious child protection allegations were being investigated by the appropriate authorities. While Ofsted does not have the power to investigate allegations of this kind, actions taken by the setting in response to the allegations were considered alongside other evidence available at the time of the inspection to inform the inspector’s judgements.

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Inspection date: 28 January 2026

Enforcement action since last inspection: none

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Information about this inspection

At this inspection, the inspector 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 has 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 Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2790891 2 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: 2790891 3

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Findings from the inspection

This visit was carried out to address specific concerns received by Ofsted.

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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

Staff spoken to demonstrate a good understanding of whistleblowing policies and procedures. They have received relevant training on safeguarding and know children very well. Allegations or suspicions of harm are dealt with immediately and reported to the relevant agencies. This enhances children’s safety in the home.

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Findings from the inspection

Staff are alert to risks and know children’s vulnerabilities well. They work with other professionals, including children’s social workers and the police, to discuss potential risks and safety plans. Risk assessments are regularly updated following incidents. Children are helped to understand risks through individual key-work sessions. They engage well with staff and talk about what is happening in their lives. One child said that staff and managers are understanding and approachable.

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Findings from the inspection

Incidents of children going missing from the home have reduced. Staff are proactive and maintain contact with the relevant professionals and look for children in the local area. Managers review all incidents and update the children’s plans accordingly. Staff speak to children on their return to help them understand the risks through individual sessions. Children engage well and express their worries, which staff discuss with placing authorities to ensure that children receive well-coordinated support when they are experiencing difficulties.

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Findings from the inspection

Staff morale is very high. Staff speak highly of the new management team. They feel well supported, valued and equipped to fulfil their roles. The staff team is very stable and receives regular, child-focused supervision. Staff have received relevant training and work well with other professionals. They say that training is effective and helps them understand children’s individual needs.

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Findings from the inspection

Leaders and managers have effective monitoring systems in place to review the quality of care provided to children. They respond well to feedback, internally and externally, and reflect on this during regular team meetings. The provider has promptly recruited an experienced new responsible individual for the home.

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Findings from the inspection

The home’s physical environment is safe for children. It is homely, clean, tidy, well maintained and well decorated. Children’s bedrooms and communal spaces are well furnished, personalised and comfortable. There are no health and safety concerns.

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Findings from the inspection

The provider has ensured that staff rosters accurately reflect the shifts they work. Managers have a core team of staff in the home to ensure consistency and continuity of care for children, while some staff cover some shifts at the sister home. Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2790891 4 Managers monitor staff overtime and ensure that they have a good work-life balance.

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Findings from the inspection

The provider has met the requirement and the two recommendations raised at the last inspection. No requirements have been raised following this inspection. Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2790891 5

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

15/07/2025 Full Good Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2790891 6

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: First Floor, 85 Great Portland Street, Marylebone, London W1W 7LT

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Inspector

Dorothy Thompstone, Social Care Inspector Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2790891 7 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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