Children's Home run by Flourish Children’s Services Limited in Kirklees

Inspection report for children’s home: 2745862 1 Registered provider: Flourish Children’s Services Limited Full inspection Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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Information about this children’s home

The home is owned and managed by a private provider. It offers care for one child who may experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

Since the last inspection, one child has been living in the home. The inspector saw and spoke with the child during the inspection.

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Information about this children’s home

The manager registered with Ofsted in October 2023.

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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

Overall judgement at last inspection: good

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outstanding

Enforcement action since last inspection: none Inspection report for children’s home: 2745862 2

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

12/08/2025 Full Good 20/05/2025 Full Inadequate 08/05/2024 Full Good Inspection report for children’s home: 2745862 3

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Summary of findings

The child has made significant progress since moving into the home. They respond positively to the staff’s nurturing and consistent care and have developed strong, trusting relationships with them. The care provided is carefully tailored to meet the child’s individual needs and promotes their overall wellbeing. Staff actively help the child to develop confidence in their identity, understanding who they are and ensuring that their culture, background and individuality are recognised, respected and celebrated. The home provides a stable, safe and secure environment where the child feels valued and supported, enabling them to thrive and continue making positive progress.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Managers and staff provide an exceptional quality of care and stability for the child. They are highly skilled in delivering nurturing, child-centred support and have developed strong, trusting relationships with the child. The child responds positively to the consistent care, guidance and encouragement provided by staff, who demonstrate a thorough understanding of the child’s individual needs and vulnerabilities.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Staff’s commitment, perseverance and ability to provide both nurture and appropriate boundaries have been instrumental in helping the child make significant progress from their starting point. As a result, the child experiences greater stability, improved emotional wellbeing and more positive outcomes across all areas of life.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Due to the strong and trusting relationships that staff have built with the child, they have developed an excellent understanding of the child’s individual learning style and how best to engage them. Staff create tailored workbooks and resources that support the child’s learning and development, enabling the child to work through tasks at a pace and in a format that suits their needs. This approach has contributed to the child achieving a qualification and a Duke of Edinburgh Award.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

The child responds particularly well to positive reinforcement and praise, which helps to build confidence and self-esteem. As a result, the child is increasingly motivated to challenge themselves, demonstrate their abilities and take pride in achievements. This personalised approach has been instrumental in supporting progress and encouraging the child to recognise and celebrate their own strengths and skills.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

The child’s voice is central to all aspects of their care and support. They are listened to, respected and understood. When staff are honest with the child, even in challenging situations, the child is better able to process information and work collaboratively to find appropriate ways of managing difficulties. This approach empowers the child to express their views, develop problem-solving skills and take an active role in identifying strategies that help them regulate their emotions and make positive choices. As a result, Inspection report for children’s home: 2745862 4 the child demonstrates increasing confidence in communicating their needs and engaging constructively in discussions.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

The child’s progress and achievements are significant and reflect the considerable journey they have undertaken. Staff take pride in celebrating even the smallest achievements, understanding that these milestones often represent important steps forward for the child. Their consistent encouragement, belief in the child’s potential and commitment to nurturing their development have helped to build confidence, resilience and a greater sense of self-worth. The child was encouraged to join a cricket club, and their talent has led them to join a team.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Every member of staff brings unique strengths, skills and qualities to their role. This creates a high-quality, safe and nurturing home environment. Staff work together with warmth, dedication and a shared commitment to achieving the best outcomes for the child. As a result, the child experiences a deep sense of belonging, with staff providing the stability, security and family atmosphere that helps them to thrive.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: outstanding

Family members are welcomed to the home and included in the child’s celebrations, such as birthdays. One family member said, ‘My child could never have found a better placement. We cannot find the words to thank all staff and management for what they have achieved. They saved his life and made ours happier.’

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

Staff provide the consistency and care that the child needs to remain safe. The child is subject to certain restrictions as a result of a court order. Despite these challenges, risks are managed exceptionally well by staff, who demonstrate a strong understanding of the child’s needs.

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

Staff use creative and child-centred strategies to help the child communicate and express their emotions and feelings in a safe and meaningful way. When the child becomes distressed, staff respond with sensitivity and skill, creating an environment in which the child feels safe, secure and supported. Following incidents, staff consistently promote a restorative approach, helping the child to reflect, rebuild relationships and develop strategies to manage future situations more positively. This approach has contributed significantly to the progress the child has made and the reduction in risky behaviours.

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

Since living at the home, the child has been on a significant learning journey. Staff demonstrate a strong commitment to the child. They work tirelessly to ensure that safety remains a priority and that the child feels supported and empowered to achieve improved outcomes both now and in the future.

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

There has been a significant reduction in incidents. The child has experienced fewer missing-from-care episodes and a reduction in the number of occasions on which physical intervention has been required. These improvements reflect both the child’s Inspection report for children’s home: 2745862 5 willingness to engage and the commitment, persistence and skill of staff in providing consistent, child-centred care.

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

Staff said that the child is safe, loved and a valued member of the home. They consistently described the child as being at the ‘heart of the home’. Staff demonstrate the strong emotional investment, commitment and genuine care that underpin the support provided to the child every day.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The manager’s leadership is characterised by a calm, proactive, motivating approach, underpinned by a genuine passion for achieving the very best outcomes for the child. The manager has brought the team together exceptionally well, creating a positive and cohesive environment where everyone is united in working towards the same goal.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The team of staff believe that they would not have achieved the progress made with the child without the manager’s strong leadership, consistency, and ability to guide, support and inspire the team. Her commitment and dedication have been instrumental in enabling these achievements.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The manager and staff team hold exceptionally high aspirations for the child and share a collective belief that, with hard work, dedication and commitment, there are no limits to what can be achieved. This ethos has been successfully embedded throughout the team and is clearly being embraced by the child. As a result, there has been a noticeable increase in the child’s confidence and self-belief. Most importantly, the child is now beginning to recognise their own potential and believe in their ability to achieve their goals. This is having a positive impact on their overall progress and development.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The manager’s oversight is highly effective and demonstrates a strong understanding of the child’s needs and progress. Through regular review of all documentation, she maintains excellent awareness of key developments and emerging priorities. Her robust monitoring systems ensure that staff consistently deliver high-quality, creative and child- centred care.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Staff receive regular, child-focused supervision that provides valuable opportunities for reflection, professional challenge and the development of practice. In addition, staff benefit from a wide range of training opportunities that are carefully tailored to the child’s individual and evolving needs.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Staff’s knowledge and skills are continually refreshed, and the manager proactively identifies and sources new learning opportunities to ensure that staff remain well equipped to meet the child’s needs effectively. This commitment to ongoing professional development enables staff to grow in confidence and competence, further enhancing the quality of care and support provided to the child.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Furthermore, the manager facilitates regular reflective team meetings during which staff discuss the child’s experiences, progress and evolving needs. These discussions provide Inspection report for children’s home: 2745862 6 valuable opportunities for the team to reflect on what is working well, celebrate successes and identify changes that could further improve outcomes.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Advocacy is at the heart of the manager’s leadership. She is unwavering in her commitment to championing the child’s needs and inspires staff to do the same. Through her strong child-centred approach, the manager works tirelessly to ensure that the child’s voice is heard and that their aspirations remain central to planning and practice.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

No requirements or recommendations were made at this inspection. Inspection report for children’s home: 2745862 7

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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: 2745862 8

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Flourish Children’s Services Limited

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: 40 Cobcroft Road, Huddersfield HD2 2RY

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Inspector

Angela Ross, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children’s home: 2745862 9 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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