Presented to Parliament pursuant to section 121 of the Education and Inspections Act 2006.
What did we learn from this years Report?
The 2023/24 Annual Report by His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Education, Children’s Services, and Skills provides vital insights into the state of children’s social care and education in England. At Welcare Children’s Homes, we recognize the importance of these findings and are committed to addressing the challenges highlighted to improve the lives of children in our care.
Key Challenges in Children’s Social Care
The report highlights several critical challenges:
- Foster Care Decline: Fostering households are decreasing, although there’s a rise in kinship care placements.
- Geographic Imbalance: A disproportionate number of children’s homes are located in the North West, far from where demand is highest.
- Unregistered Homes: Over 1,000 unregistered homes were investigated, with nearly 90% operating illegally.
Welcare Children’s Homes is addressing these issues. Continue reading to find out how.
Welcare’s Commitment to Excellence
Supporting Care Leavers and Preparing for Adulthood
The report emphasizes the need for better support as care-experienced young people transition to independence. Many are placed in supported accommodations that may not meet their specific needs.
Welcare is:
- Designing bespoke care-leaving programs.
- Partnering with local authorities to ensure smooth transitions.
- Equipping young people with life skills for independence.
Raising Standards Together
The Annual Report underscores the interplay between education and social care. At Welcare, we’re inspired by this vision and committed to holding ourselves accountable to the high standards set forth in the report.
Join Us in Our Mission
Welcare Children’s Homes is dedicated to ensuring every child receives the care and opportunities they deserve. Together, we can work toward a brighter future for all children.
For more information on how we’re implementing the insights from the Chief Inspector’s report, contact us today.
