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A shared foundation for good care
This module brings together the regulations, the Guide, Ofsted’s inspection framework and the reality of everyday residential care. It gives teams space to connect the home’s ethos with what children experience.
Day 1 · Purpose, ethos and regulation
Explore what the home is for and how its commitments become visible in practice.
- The statement of purpose, matching and the promises made to children.
- The Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards in plain language.
- The Guide to the Regulations and what it asks of everyday practice.
- Children’s rights, voice and influence in the life of the home.
- What good, and better than good, can look like in a small home.
Day 2 · Evidence, inspection and records
Look closely at the evidence of care, and how it helps others understand children’s experiences.
- The role of Ofsted, Regulation 44 visits and internal quality assurance.
- What inspectors are likely to test, triangulate and follow up.
- How records help or harm children’s experience of being understood.
- Case recording as a professional, ethical and safeguarding task.
- Practical writing exercises using anonymised examples.
Bring the learning back to the home
Use the programme’s reflective journal to connect learning with supervision, team meetings and everyday practice. What might the child have experienced? What did the record show, and what did it miss?
Let’s talk about your team
Tell us about your home, who you would like to attend and what you want the training to address. We’ll help you explore the options.