Children's Home run by Sunbridge Childcare Ltd in North Tyneside

Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2638322 1 Registered provider: Sunbridge Childcare Ltd

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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 privately operated. It provides care for up to 4 children who may experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

The manager registered with Ofsted in November 2025.

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Information about this children’s home

At the time of this inspection, 3 children were living in the home.

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Inspection date: 5 February 2026

Date of last inspection: 27 October 2025

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Inspection date: 5 February 2026

Judgement at last inspection: requires improvement to be good

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Inspection date: 5 February 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 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: 2638322 2

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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

Since the last inspection, there have been significant improvements to the condition of the home environment. Children’s bedrooms have been redecorated and refurnished, and communal spaces have been refreshed and personalised in line with children’s preferences. Children now benefit from a welcoming home and the atmosphere is calm, which helps children to feel safe and secure.

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Findings from the inspection

Children are making good progress from their individual starting points. Risks have reduced for all children. Since the last inspection, there have been no incidents of children going missing and no incidents of bullying between children.

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Findings from the inspection

Children are actively engaged in a range of activities that reflect their individual interests. Examples include playing pool, going to the gym, tabletop gaming and shopping. These opportunities promote children’s confidence as well as their physical and emotional wellbeing.

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Findings from the inspection

The home now has a stable workforce, following previous high turnover and the frequent use of agency staff. Children are receiving care and support from a consistent staff team. This consistency provides children with predictable and reliable routines and has reduced anxiety. Children are developing meaningful and positive relationships with the adults who care for them.

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Findings from the inspection

Staff manage challenging behaviours well. They understand and implement identified support strategies as required. Staff talk to children and de-escalate tense situations without the need for physical intervention. Over time, incidents have reduced and children are openly sharing how they are feeling, reflecting improved relationships and increased trust.

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Findings from the inspection

The manager is child focused and provides effective support to the staff team. She operates an open-door policy. Practice-related supervision sessions are regular and focus on children’s needs and staff development. The manager is physically present in the home and role models good practice. Feedback from staff is positive regarding the changes made and the resulting improvements in outcomes for children. Training is accessible and up to date. Overall, staff morale has improved; the team is motivated and this, in turn, has improved the care provided to children.

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Findings from the inspection

Since the last inspection, the manager has registered with Ofsted and has made a positive difference. She is committed to continuous improvement and has strengthened monitoring systems, which are effective in evaluating the quality of care that children receive. As a result, the home has met all previous requirements from the last inspection. Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2638322 3

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

27/10/2025 Full Requires improvement to be good 04/02/2025 Full Good 07/02/2024 Full Good 14/06/2022 Full Good Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2638322 4

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Sunbridge Childcare Ltd

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: 3 Hedley Court, North Shields, Tyne and Wear NE29 7ST

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Inspector

Claire Webster, Social Care Inspector Assurance inspection report for children’s home: 2638322 5 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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