Children's Home run by Kaima Care Limited in KirkleesOfsted inspection, 9 Sept 2026

Inspection report for children’s home: 2841616 1 Registered provider: Kaima Care 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

The home is owned by a private company. It provides care for up to one child who may experience social and emotional difficulties. At the time of the inspection, one child was living in the home and was spoken with.

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Information about this children’s home

The manager registered with Ofsted in July 2025.

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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: 11 November 2025

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good

Overall judgement at last inspection: good

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Enforcement action since last inspection:

On the 24 February 2026, an assurance inspection was completed. The inspector found serious and widespread concerns in relation to the care and protection of children. A compliance notice was issued for Regulation 12, a requirement under The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015. This was found to be met at a monitoring visit on 14 April 2026. Inspection report for children’s home: 2841616 2

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

11/11/2025 Full Good Inspection report for children’s home: 2841616 3

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Summary of findings

Children experience well planned moves into the home and are welcomed by staff who have detailed knowledge of the child’s needs and care plan. Children are supported and encouraged to participate in a wide range of activities and experiences. Leaders and managers recognise the importance of advocating for children and support them to feel heard and understood.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child experienced a well-planned positive move into the home. Staff were provided with all information available to ensure that they were aware of how to meet the child’s needs when they arrived. The child’s wishes were understood and their bedroom was decorated to reflect the child’s wishes and preferences.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child has made progress within education, their health and emotional wellbeing. The child is attending school and is engaging well, despite them facing barriers and experiencing periods of disrupted learning. The child is supported by staff to attend medical appointments which they have previously declined. Staff support the child to develop a sense of self-awareness through discussions, specifically, how their behaviours can affect themselves and others.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child spoke of developing strong relationships with staff. They spoke fondly of the staff and feel confident around them. Staff use specific communication methods, such as pictures and planners to support the child’s understanding of their routine. This has helped the child to engage in a wide range of activities and experiences, including going to a concert in London and on holiday.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Family relationships are important to the child. The manager advocates for the child to ensure that they have the opportunity to frequently see their family. This is encouraged by staff who routinely speak to family members and transport the child to see their family despite the challenges associated with distance.

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

The child feels safe and protected. Staff understand the child’s needs and risks and they implement strategies effectively, to mitigate risk of harm as outlined in the child’s plans. Staff encourage the child to talk following any incidents. This provides time for reflection and for the child to express their feelings and explore alternative strategies.

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

Consequences are infrequently used. A restorative approach is taken by staff, to help the child to learn skills as an outcome, such as, cleaning the sofa cushions or repainting their bedroom wall. Staff respond to the child’s positive behaviours and give praise, recognition and incentives to further promote this. Inspection report for children’s home: 2841616 4 Allegations are managed effectively and quickly by leaders and managers. The manager’s relationships with local authorities are effective and information is shared regarding potential safeguarding concerns. The action taken by leaders and managers helps to ensure that the child and others involved are protected and supported.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager is focused on the quality of care and support provided to the child. The child has a positive relationship with the manager. The manager uses this positive relationship to have supportive discussions to understand the child’s experiences. The manager actively works alongside other professionals to improve the child’s outcomes and promote the requests and wishes of the child.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff feel supported by managers and leaders. They appreciate the development opportunities made available to them and the recognition from leaders and managers about their commitment and achievements.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders and managers have systems that support their oversight of the running of the home. Audits are carried out to maintain the standards of care for the child. However, as the child’s needs and risks change, this is not always captured in relevant care plans and risk assessments.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders and managers facilitate audits from external agencies. These arrangements provide an objective review of the home and of the quality of care and safety of children. However, the independent person’s created report does not provide leaders and managers with clear and detailed information to support their review of care and make improvements. Inspection report for children’s home: 2841616 5

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Recommendations

 The registered person should ensure that where there are safeguarding concerns for a child, their placement plan, agreed between the home and their placing authority, must include details of the steps the home will take to manage any assessed risks on a day-to-day basis. (‘Guide to the Children’s Homes Regulations, including the quality standards’, page 42, paragraph 9.5)  The registered person should ensure that any individual appointed to carry out visits to the home as an independent person must make a rigorous and impartial assessment of the home’s arrangements for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in the home’s care. (‘Guide to the Children’s Homes Regulations, including the quality standards’, page 65, paragraph 15.5)

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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: 2841616 6

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: 223 Middle Road, Earlsheaton, Dewsbury WF12 8BT

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Children’s home details

Responsible individual: Delores Croasdell

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Inspector

Rachel Moore, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children’s home: 2841616 7 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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