Supported accommodation – it can be right for some older children, but not for all

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In this blog, we give an update on our registration work and set out some ‘red lines’ when considering supported accommodation as an option for looked-after children and care leavers. Ofsted’s registration of supported accommodation providers It’s now more than …

Providing good experiences for children with complex needs

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In January, we published a new research report on children with complex needs in children’s homes. The report was based on a national survey of local authorities and children’s home providers across England to help us understand the extent of …