At New Horizon Centre we strive to make a real difference to the lives of the young people in our care and it is very rewarding when this is acknowledged through the inspection process.

The following extract are summary's from recent Ofsted Inspection reports:

Home A - It was found that staff in the home understood the importance of ensuring that you are supported to keep fit and healthy, and help you to get specialised health support if you need it.

Staff understand that you are independent and that you are helped to gain confidence in using public transport and obtain skills which you will need as you get older and become even more independent.I know that you are also encouraged to get involved in various leisure activities.I looked at your guide to the home which gives a lot of information and also saw the home's anti-bullying booklet which was on display.This is a usefull booklet and shows me one way in which staff help to keep you safe and happy.

Home B - The homes procedures for addressing absence without authority have been developed in conjunction with the police.In addition to specific forms which report absences, the home completes an incident form which gives the opportunity to record a young person's comment.A Young Person is also routinely given the opportunity for a key work sesion to discuss the incident.

The homes statement of purpose describes what the home sets out to do for the Young People it accomodates and the manner in which care is provided. It is also noted that the provider has develped policy and procedures that address the particular needs of the young people from minority ethnic groups and practices to combat racism.