A home in Bromsgrove which provides short breaks for children with learning and/or physical disabilities has been rated as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted.
During a two-day inspection in February, Ofsted inspectors found the overall experiences and progress of children and young people attending the home to be outstanding.
Ofsted also praised the effectiveness of its leaders, managers and staff and recognised the registered manager is experienced and well established and uses her extensive knowledge and expertise to continue to develop the service.
Tina Russell, Chief Executive for Worcestershire Children First, said: “We are delighted that Ofsted have recognised the fantastic work of our short breaks team in Bromsgrove. I am extremely proud of the whole team and the praise they have received from Ofsted for the memories they create for the children and young people they care for and positive impact the home is having on them.
“Parents and professionals praise for the team’s ability to ‘create a safe and nurturing environment where children can be themselves and flourish’ is really representative of the level of service we strive to offer in our services across the county.”
Highlights of the report include:
• Children have great fun during their short breaks. They make new friends who they share a wide range of experiences with. These friendships are often maintained over several years while they continue to receive a service. Children and their families are overwhelmingly positive about the service they receive.
• Children grow in confidence and self-esteem. Some develop skills that increase their independence, such as dressing and washing. Others develop their skills in communicating their needs or socialising with other children.
• Managers and staff ensure that the children are safe. Children enjoy positive relationships with the staff, who know them well and are sensitive to their needs. Staff are well equipped to support the children to feel safe because they are given clear guidance on how best to respond to children in certain situations and settings.
To read the report in full, please visit the Ofsted website.
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