Children's Home run by Rosewood Family Care Ltd in Ealing

Inspection report for children’s home: 2828248 1 Registered provider: Rosewood Family Care 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 was registered with Ofsted in August 2025 and is privately owned. It provides care for up to 3 children who may experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

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

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Information about this children’s home

The manager registered with Ofsted in April 2026 and is suitably qualified. There is a responsible individual in post.

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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: 18 November 2025

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good

Overall judgement at last inspection: good

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good

Enforcement action since last inspection: none Inspection report for children’s home: 2828248 2

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

18/11/2025 Full Good Inspection report for children’s home: 2828248 3

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Summary of findings

Since the last inspection 1 child has moved out.

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Summary of findings

This home provides good-quality care for children. The children are consulted on many aspects of their care and are supported to participate in activities that are of interest to them. Staff listen to children and support them to achieve their goals. Children’s safety is a priority. Staff are trained to identify risks that could impact on children. When there are risks to children, staff act quickly and work closely with other professionals to help keep the children safe. However, Ofsted has not always been notified in a timely manner when serious incidents have occurred. Leaders and managers are effective and inspirational leaders who ensure children are receiving good care in all areas of their lives. They also prioritise staff development and ensure there is a robust training programme for staff.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children live in a warm and welcoming home with staff who prioritise building positive relationships with them. Children have a say in how the house is decorated and they can personalise their bedrooms. When they request items to help them to achieve how they would like their personal space to look, this is quickly actioned. Staff encourage the children to make requests for their favourite meals and they cook for them, helping to create a sense of belonging in the home.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children’s voices and wishes are centre stage. They regularly engage in after school activities they enjoy. Children have memberships with local gyms and frequently go on fun outings with staff, such as to the cinema, swimming and go-karting. There is a punchbag in the back garden because children expressed an interest in boxing. Children’s meetings are an opportunity for children to say which hobbies and activities they want to participate in, and staff are quick to make the arrangements.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Relationships with children and their families are a priority. Children are supported to visit family and friends, with staff taking children to visits when the people who are important to them live at a distance. Leaders and managers advocate for children to see their families in a home setting when possible, so that children can feel relaxed, more at ease and comfortable when they spend time with loved ones.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children experience good support to develop and grow through their education. Staff advocate for children’s educational needs and are proactive in their approaches to ensure children are engaging in education. Home tutoring is arranged to provide individual children with additional support in learning.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children receive good support and encouragement to learn life skills. Leaders and managers have created a ‘preparation for independent living’ toolkit to support children as they develop the necessary practical and emotional skills for when they transition to Inspection report for children’s home: 2828248 4 adulthood. For example, children learn to shop for food, and cook with staff, which builds a sense of community and wellbeing in the home.

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

Children say they are safe in the home. They can identify staff they would go to should they need anything. Leaders and managers have prioritised building a stable and dedicated staff team who provide consistency for children. Children benefit from being cared for by dependable staff who are committed to their safety, wellbeing and best interests.

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

The known and potential risks to children are well understood by managers and staff. Risk assessments are clear and detailed. Regular key-working sessions are a successful way for staff to speak with each child about how to stay safe. Incidents for children, such as going missing from home and self-harm, have greatly reduced. Staff consistently work closely with other professionals to keep children safe.

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

A robust approach to safer recruitment and the delivery of an effective training programme ensures the care provided to children is safe and appropriately impactful. Staff receive training on such topics as trauma-informed practice, conflict management skills and child sexual exploitation. Staff can confidently demonstrate how they bring aspects from training to their work, to better support children. A staff member commented that having training on the PACE (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy) model of care encourages them to put themselves in children’s shoes. This fosters a kind environment in in the home.

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

Allegations are managed appropriately by leaders and managers, who work closely with the local authority designated officer and other professionals to ensure concerns are fully considered. The managers encourage reflective discussions following allegations as a means of preventing further incidents, promoting transparency and keeping children safe. Managers have incorporated role play, scenarios and quizzes into team meetings to further embed safeguarding practice. However, allegations have not been reported to Ofsted in a timely manner. This hinders Ofsted’s oversight of how the provider responds to allegations, to protect children from harm.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The registered manager has worked in the home since it opened. She is an experienced and proactive leader who knows the staff and children well. The registered manager has a clear vision for the home and is taking this forward. She demonstrates a genuine commitment to the children in her care.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The registered manager and responsible individual have formed a strong and effective leadership team. They have created a team culture where staff are passionate about working with children through a therapeutic lens. This means children’s safety and emotional support needs remain at the centre of the team’s daily practice and care Inspection report for children’s home: 2828248 5 planning. Leaders and managers are focused on maintaining a group of staff who are child centred and committed to meeting the needs of children.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders and managers promote the professional development of their staff. The staff spoken to say that they feel highly supported by managers. Supervision is purposeful and focuses on staff wellbeing and the progress of children. Staff are appropriately challenged if needed and supported to make improvements in their practice. Staff speak positively about the guidance and encouragement they receive from managers, with one saying they find ‘the management team to be approachable, supportive and committed to maintaining high standards of care’.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders and managers are aware of the home’s strengths and areas for improvement. They consistently ensure recommendations from the independent visitor are actioned. Team meetings are an effective space for reflection and learning. The children’s homes regulations are frequently considered, and every child’s progress is discussed through a trauma-informed lens. Inspection report for children’s home: 2828248 6

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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 registered person must notify HMCI and each other relevant person without delay if—

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Requirement Due date

there is an allegation of abuse against the home or a person working there;

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Requirement Due date

there is any other incident relating to a child which the registered person considers to be serious. (Regulation 40 (4)(b)(c)) 16 July 2026

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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: 2828248 7

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Rosewood Family Care Ltd

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Inspector

Julie Cresswell, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children’s home: 2828248 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 looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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