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Prepared May 19, Amended March 2020 The Hollies
Prepared May 19, Amended March 2020
The Hollies
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Address of Children’s Home: The Hollies
91 Chester Road
Streetly
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B74 2HH
Ofsted Registration: 1227869
Company: Compass Children’s Homes
Registered Manager: Rebecca Linden
Telephone Number: 0121 353 0262
Email: [email protected]
Date of Assessment: May 2019
Annual Review date: May 2020
Amended: (Monthly) March 2020
Assessed by: Rebecca Linden
Validated by: Ben Jordan
Regulations
This report is completed in line with changes to the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 (as amended) and The Care Standards Act 2000 (Registration) (England) Regulations 2010. 46.—(1) The registered person must review the appropriateness and suitability of the location of the
premises used for the purposes of the children’s home at least once in each calendar year taking into account the requirement in regulation 12(2)(c) (the protection of children standard). (2) When conducting the review, the registered person must consult, and take into account the views of, each relevant person.
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Contents
Description of home ........................................................................................................................................................ P. 3
General Risk Assessment Form ........................................................................................................................................................... P. 4
Area Statistics
Age .................................................................................................................................................................... P. 12
Qualifications ..................................................................................................................................................................... P. 13
Occupation ...................................................................................................................................................................... P. 14
Ethnic group ...................................................................................................................................................................... P. 15
Religions ...................................................................................................................................................................... P. 16
Housing Type ........................................................................................................................................................................ P. 17
Housing Tenure ........................................................................................................................................................................ P. 18
Economic Activity ........................................................................................................................................................................ P. 19
Deprivation ........................................................................................................................................................................ P. 20
Crime ........................................................................................................................................................................ P. 21
Facilities In The Area ........................................................................................................................................................................ P. 22
Agencies Consulted ........................................................................................................................................................................ Appendix 1
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Description of home
The Hollies is situated in The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, more colloquially known as Sutton Coldfield or simply Sutton, forming a suburb of the city of
Birmingham. The town lies about 6.5 miles (10km) northeast of Birmingham City Centre and borders Little Aston, North Warwickshire, Lichfield, Erdington
and South Staffordshire. Its 2011 Census population was 95,107 – a fall of 4.8% since the 2001 Census. An affluent town ranked as the fourth least deprived
area in the country encompassing the prestigious Four Oaks Park Estate and bordering the Little Aston Park Private Estate where the regions wealthy reside.
The Hollies is a large family home which is able to provide good quality care for five children. The Hollies is thoughtfully decorated and furnished to a high
standard; it is homely, calming, and comfortable and will celebrate the achievements of the children who live there. Children will be consulted regularly on
issues concerning the day to day running of The Hollies and will be actively involved in its decoration. The Hollies comprises of a large living room, kitchen,
conservatory, separate dining room, office/sleep in room, utility room and a shower/bathroom. On the first floor there are five children’s bedrooms, a staff
room/office and two bath/shower rooms. The home is set back from the road with clear boundaries set by fence boarders, and has parking spaces for
several cars. The home fits well to the community and doesn’t stand out as a residential home, so will not draw any negative attention from the
community. Children will be encouraged to invest in their home and take pride in their surroundings.
The Hollies is suitability located and will work with community police to develop a good knowledge of the area, in order to ensure the safety as far as
possible for the children we care for. The staff will work positively building relationships with our neighbours and will put in place appropriate safe guarding
procedures in the home for all our children. Staff will be vigilant and monitor what is happening in the surrounding area through consultation with the
community police liaison officer attached to the home, and children themselves keep well-informed of what’s happening locally.
The Hollies is located on a busy main road, and is within walking distance to local shops and parks. A short bus journey will take children to the Hub of the
local shopping Centre. Children will be encouraged to use the local shops supported by the adults.
The local police have agreed to regularly call into the home and engage positively with the children developing strong relationships, this will support
children to have trust in the police and confidence to talk to them should they need to ask for support or share information with them. Children will see
them as support for them to feel safe in the community. Children will have access to local bus and train services, with a bus stop directly outside the front
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of the house, with direct access to Kingstanding, Sutton Coldfield and Walsall. The home is central to all local amenities, this will encourage children to
develop their independent living skills and integrate them into the community.
The Home manager will actively engage with the local community police, PACT meetings. The home will regularly update on crime statistics in the area,
these measures are effective in reducing crime. There is little likelihood of children placed in the home becoming drawn into gang crime as children will be
closely monitored by adults. There is a small likelihood of children placed in the home becoming drawn into anti-social behaviour in the local area; however
children will be closely supervised and monitored at all times minimising the likelihood of this occurring.
The Hollies is located in a quiet affluent area, children will be closely supervised and work to develop positive relationships with neighbours, the home is a
neighbourhood that is suitability located to care for children who may have already been victims of abuse and neglect. The access to all facilities is
exceptional with a regular public transport system: supporting access to: local cultural facilities, services and entertainment, local fun activities for children,
disability education facilities, local health service facilities, local sports leisure facilities. The home is appropriately and suitability located, and children are
effectively safe guarded and able to access all services and facilities meeting diverse individual needs.
There are not sufficient facilities for The Hollies to provide care to young people who are severely physically disabled or have some specific special needs.
The ground floor is, however, all one level and there is a downstairs toilet to cater for the needs of visitors.
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General Risk Assessment Form
Area of risk: Who may be at risk: Existing measures to control risk:
Safeguarding – Self Harm / Suicide / Inappropriate sexualised behaviour
Young People
We have a clear Risk Assessment of each individual young person, regarding their behavioural needs and risks they may pose to self or others. This clearly lays out the previous known risks & a chronology of episodes, as well as responses and management of the young person who is self-harming. The young people have therapy with specialist therapists on a regular basis, looking at and addressing PSB (problematic sexualised behaviours). The home has bedroom door alarms and high ratios of staff to safeguard the children & young people. As a home we also work to the ‘partnership’ and liaise regularly with the Police, CAMHS and any other professionals involved with the young person. We always share appropriate and significant information regarding a young person with who it needs to be shared with. We work using a ‘multi-disciplinary’ approach seeking to find the best outcomes for the child. Staff are trained in First Aid and the management of self-harm, but this is very individual & specific to each young person. Ligature training received by all seniors and Self harm training received annually to all team
Outcome:
That children & young people are kept safe and protected from harm / harmful influences around them. That there are appropriate local & community support persons, where information and guidance can be sought by either children or staff. That the staff working with & supporting children are knowledgeable in the area and able to offer appropriate, safe care & guidance.
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Area of risk: Who may be at risk: Existing measures to control risk:
Gang affiliation / is there a likelihood of children becoming drawn into gang crime or anti-social behaviour in the local area
Children / young people & peers
Appropriate number of adults to children to observe and record patterns of behaviours, which can be analysed and appropriate specific risk assessments, can be put into place. Request placement plan reviews with the local authority and ensure multi-disciplinary / agency working. Information / intelligence is shared with the Police for future episodes. Contact is always maintained with the children and any information gained is recorded to build up pictures of repetitive areas / friends. Children are educated in risks such as gangs, crime and anti social behaviour.
Outcome:
To ensure children are kept safe, make appropriate choices and have an awareness of their own self.
Area of risk: Who may be at risk: Existing measures to control risk:
Does the Location of the home present a risk that children will be targeted for sexual exploitation
Children / Young People & peers
We have regular contact with the local Police, who know all of our children & young people. All of our young people have individual risk assessments. If they are permitted to have ‘Free Time’, the risk assessment will give clear guidance on the boundaries / reporting procedures & timescales. Otherwise, all young people are accompanied by staff members. Young people have information available in print & through discussion with health visitors / LAC Nurse to raise their awareness of CSE and also in relation to general positive sexual health. Information / intelligence (descriptions of individuals, addresses, car registrations) is shared with the Police for future episodes. Contact is always maintained with the children and any information gained is recorded to build up pictures of repetitive areas / friends. Training for staff in the area of CSE to raise awareness and possible responses /support available. Clinical, specialist supervision for the staff.
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Bedroom doors have alarms fitted as additional means of safeguarding the children and young people. If required CCTV would/could be installed to again safeguard the children and young people.
Outcome:
That children are safe in their surroundings, from peers or adults who may have potential damaging behaviours. To ensure that all young people have an
awareness & understanding of CSE and how they can keep themselves safe.
To build positive, informative working relationships with the Police and other professionals. That all staff are aware of the potential ‘signs’ of a child being involved in CSE.
Area of risk: Who may be at risk: Existing measures to control risk:
Does the location of the
home influence the
potential that a
vulnerable child could be
the victim of a violent
crime
Children & young
people / staff / visitors
The home is to a degree set in an ‘individual’ setting, but still remains close to local amenities we have local shops at the bottom of the road I do not feel the location of the home has any bearing on the possibility of such a crime happening I feel the area is generally safe. I do not feel our children / young people are at any higher risk that any other person residing in the local area, looking at the statistics this sort of crime currently is low. I also feel that this ‘type’ of crime is more likely to happen in a larger town / city, which is reflected in the crime statistics. Although the crime statistics for the county are quite high, there are no recorded crimes of this type within 1 mile radius. All of our young people have individual risk assessments if they are permitted to have ‘Free Time’, otherwise all children and young people are accompanied by staff members. Although local buses run through more troubled areas, our young people are all transported by car or accompanied on the local travel network during the day and night, due to the location. We practice ‘working together to safeguard our young people’.
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Over the last three years knife crime has been on the increase in the UK as a whole with London and West Midland’s having the highest rate of offences. As a precaution due to increased incidents across the wider surrounding areas, within our home this year we plan to complete Knife awareness key works with our children and currently liaising with Local police and crime prevention team to ensure children are aware of risks and best supported to make the right choices.
Outcome:
That children are safe in their surroundings, from peers or adults who may have potential damaging behaviours. To ensure that all young people have an awareness & understanding of CSE and how they can keep themselves safe.
Area of risk: Who may be at risk: Existing measures to control risk:
Environmental factors – possibility of presenting a ‘hazard’ to young people Electrical transformers and boxes Danger near to water
Children & young people / staff / visitors Children & young people / staff Children & young people / staff
In the area of the home, there is very limited environmental factors that would adversely affect
the health, safety & wellbeing of children / staff / visitors to the home.
As the home is situated in a semi-rural area, there is a bus terminus where a lot of young people
can be seen frequenting during school hours. This is situated on a large busy road with traffic
heavy flowing from 7am till around 9pm at night throughout the week. Our children are
supervised when out of the home and escorted most times and road safety AQAs and key works
are delivered to all our children to reduce risk of accidents or death
On the right side of the home we have a pad mounted transformer (Green electrical box) which is
hidden within the shrubbery. This has clear warning signs not to trespass and can cause serious
injury if tampered with. Although this is sectioned off Adults remain vigilant when children are on
the side of the home as it can be accessed through climbing.
There would be risk assessments individual to young people who may attend / work in such
aspects of the community.
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Trespassing onto Private Property (farmers land) Injury/Drowning/ Death
Children & young people /staff
Staff are trained in Health & Safety, COSSH and First Aid.
The home is close to Sutton park, which covers more than 2,400 acres with a mix of heathland, wetlands and marshes, seven lakes, extensive ancient woodlands, several restaurants, a private 18-hole golf course on its western edge and a municipal golf course to the south, a donkey sanctuary, children’s playgrounds and a visitors’ center. All staff to ensure they are familiar with the park, and where young people are likely to spend time with their friends Young people and staff should be aware of areas of private land, where they could trespass while walking. Farms are a high risk environment for children. The major causes of childhood accidents are tractors and machinery (58%), and drowning (21%). • Adults to ensure that children understand the risks and to discourage children playing on farmland if unaccompanied by an adult. • Keep children away from water & heights • Supervise children at all times • Stay clear of livestock • Do not allow children and young people to play on or near tractors or other agricultural machines. • Keep children away from haystacks or straw stacks that could be used as dens. • Do not allow children to play in a barn unsupervised. Barns often have high lofts and hard ground, Making falls very dangerous. • Be aware that manure pits and silos can give off poisonous gases. They are usually colourless and odourless, but deadly. • Never allow the children to enter these areas.
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Risk of Flooding from Surface Water
Children & young people /staff
Surface water flooding can occur anywhere where ground levels and steep terrain cause surface water to flow and accumulate. There are certain locations though where the probability and consequence of these mechanisms are more pronounced due to complex hydraulic interactions in the urban environment. Urban watercourse connectivity, sewer capacity, and the location and condition of highway gullies all impact on surface water flood risk. Surface water flooding happens when rainwater does not drain away through the normal drainage systems or soak into the ground, but lies on or flows over the ground instead. If a flood warning is in place: Should flood warnings be put in place by the Environment Agency the council will provide further local flooding information and updates on related topics such as traffic and travel. Please note that you can always call the Environment Agency’s Floodline on 0845 988 1188 if you have concerns about flooding. If a serious river flood event is expected the council will put information on the front page of its website and a dedicated telephone line is likely to be established. The number will be advertised on the website and given out to callers at the time. Surface water flooding takes place with less notice and is therefore harder to provide warning for. The home will carry out regular maintenance on the property to reduce flood risk, such as ensuring drainage systems are free from blockages to ensure water can flow effectively. • Gutters kept clear of leaves and other debris to ensure they are able to function correctly • Soakaways to be inspected regularly and de-silted when required
Outcome:
That young people have an awareness of potential hazards, and consequences of irresponsible behaviour in relation to environmental factors.
Area of risk: Who may be at risk: Existing measures to control risk:
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Missing from care– local transport links
Children & Young People
We have a clear Risk Assessment of each individual young person, regarding their behavioural needs. This clearly lays out the previous known risks, & a chronology of episodes, as well as responses and management of the child or young person who is missing from care. The staff must follow policy in relation to supervising all young people. For young people who are not allowed out on their own, if they leave the property without permission, staff are to follow them as far as possible. For young people who are allowed out independently protocols are to be followed and Behaviour Management plans followed in reference to times allowed out. When reporting any missing young people to the Police, the nature of their problems must be flagged up, especially if there is more than one young person absent and they have missing together. As a home we also work to the ‘partnership’ and liaise regularly with the Police and any other professionals involved with the child or young person. We always share appropriate and significant information regarding a child or young person with who it needs to be shared with. We work using a ‘multi-disciplinary’ approach seeking to find the best for the child or young person. We will reduce / withdraw money in hand to prevent the likelihood of children or young people having the resources to missing. Various other specifics may be used such as no unsupervised free time, restricted lifts to certain areas. Key work sessions will be used to reflect on missing from care episodes. Bus stop outside of home giving direct links to Walsall Sutton Coldfield and Birmingham City. Bus stop is visible from the office window and some children have independence plans to ensure communication is made before leaving the premise
Outcome:
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That the child or young person feels safe in his home environment and is able to work with the staff by discussing their needs / anxieties. To ensure the safety of placed children and young people as individuals and the safety of the local community. To motivate the child or young person to be able to look at other ways of dealing with emotions in a safer & productive manner.
Area of risk: Who may be at risk:
Existing measures to control risk:
COVID19 Infections
Children & Young People
Nationally there has been an outbreak of COVID19 virus which has vastly spread throughout UK and our local town of Solihull. As of 26.3.20 there has been 0 recorded cases of local infection within Sutton Coldfield but neighbouring Walsall has confirmed 60 cases and Birmingham with 34 confirmed cases Nationally as of 26.3.20 there has been 9529 reported cases and 477 deaths Risk assessments have been completed on all adults within our home. Plans have been agreed with all children and LA to ensure education health and social care needs continue to be met to a high standard Adults received training around COVID19 Walsall Local authority have a contingency plan for locals which is updated daily and adults at Kite house check daily https://go.walsall.gov.uk/public_health_and_protection/coronavirus_covid-19_information_and_advice Public Health England guidelines being followed and reviewed daily
Outcome:
That the child or young person feels safe in his home environment and to ensure the safety of placed children and young people as individuals and also the safety of the local community. To motivate the child or young person to be able to manage and respect health and safety for self peers and local community whilst reducing risk of infection
Area statistics
Average age
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The population in the Walsall area is an average of 13,934,(Census 2011 statistics) with the highly populated age bracket being ages 65 + (24.2%) then
second ages 25 - 44 (21.8%) followed by 44-64 (19.6%) and the 4th most represented age group is 0 - 15 (15%). This would suggest as the area is
predominantly ‘older’ residents, the area is not likely to have a high ‘gang’ culture, or ‘anti-social’ behaviour rates.
Age (years) Percentage in area
Age 0 - 15 15%
Age 16 - 24 20%
Age 25 - 49 21.8%
Age 50 - 64 19.6%
Age 65+ 24.2%
Age 0 - 15
Age 16 - 24
Age 25 - 49
Age 50 - 64
Age 65+
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Qualifications
It appears from the statistics that people without any qualifications (20.3%) in the Streetly area is the highest percentage, suggesting that the educational
attainment for the area is quite low. The next highest categories are the GCSE’s followed by Degree level. This could suggest overall that the employment
levels could be quite low, due to the lower educational attainment.
Qualifications Totals 16 - 74
Percentage in area
No Qualifications 20.3%
Level 1 Qualifications 13.7%
Level 2 Qualifications 16.2%
Apprenticeship 4.7%
Level 3 Qualifications 12.5%
Level 4 & Above Qualifications
28.6%
Other 0%
No Qualifications
Level 1 Qualifications
Level 2 Qualifications
Apprenticeship
Level 3 Qualifications
Level 4 & Above Qualifications
Other
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Occupations
From the statistics, it appears there is a relevantly equal split between all of the Occupation categories. In the local neighbourhood, the highest percentage
is in the ‘skilled’ category, followed closely by Managers & Senior Officials. The close percentages right across the board suggest that the general ethos is to
work, and people work within their educational attainments, providing an equal spread of skilled and non-skilled workers.
Occupation aged 16- 74 in employment
Our Neighbourhood England
Managers & Senior Officials
15.3% 10.9%
Professionals 19.6% 17.5%
Assistant Professionals 13.3% 12.8%
Administrative 15.4% 11.5%
Skilled 10.7% 11.4%
Personal Services 7.4% 9.3%
Sales 7.2% 8.4%
Machine Operatives 5.4% 7.2%
Elementary 5.8% 11.1%
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White
Mixed
Black
Chinese
Asian
Other Ethnicity
Ethnic groups
The ethnic group in the Streetly area again shows the area is predominantly White British. This again provides evidence that Streetly could be described as a
‘stereotypical English town’. However, I do not feel this would provide any prejudice towards or against any young people residing with us from any other
ethnic group / culture, due to our close location to the diverse areas of Birmingham and Solihull.
Ethnic group Percentage in area
White 85.6%
Mixed 1.6%
Black 2.4%
Chinese 0%
Asian 8.9%
Other Ethnicity 0.6%
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Christian
Muslim
Hindu
Buddhist
Sikh
Jewish
Other
None
None stated
Religions
The majority of Streetly resident’s appears to be mainly a Christian Community (69%), with minimal representation of other Religions represented. The
next highest percentages are persons who have ‘no religion’ (16.2%) or have ‘not stated their religion (6%). Other religions are in the minority, with the
total being 8.8%. Thus providing evidence that Streetly does not have a large ‘range’ of culture, and is represented by what is mainly seen as a ‘white
British’ culture and religious group.
Religion Percentage in area
Christian 69%
Muslim 1.4%
Hindu 2%
Buddhist 0.3%
Sikh 4.9%
Jewish 0%
Other 0%
None 16.2%
None stated 6%
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Detached House or Bungalow
Semi-Detached House orBungalow
Terraced house
Purpose Build Flats orTenement
Converted or Shared House
Flat / Maisonette in CommercialBuilding
Caravan / Mobile or TemporaryBuilding
Housing Types
The split of housing types is shown below, with the highest percentage (35.4%) being ‘Semi-detached House /bungalow’, which suggests that the area is
gearing to accommodate high numbers or ‘professional’ persons. The second highest figure is ‘detached houses’ (47.7%), followed by purpose built flat
(11.1%).
House type Percentage in area
Detached House or Bungalow
35.4%
Semi-Detached House or Bungalow
47.7%
Terraced house 5.8%
Purpose Build Flats or Tenement
11.1%
Converted or Shared House
0%
Flat / Maisonette in Commercial Building
0%
Caravan / Mobile or Temporary Building
0%
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Owned Outright
Owned with Mortgage / Loan
Part Owned
Rented from Council (LocalAuthority)
Social Rented (Other)
Private Landlord / Agency
Private Rented Other
Living Rent Free
Housing Tenure
In Streetly there is approximately (49.1%) of homes that are owned outright, owned with a mortgage (41.6%), These statistics would suggest that Streetly
has high levels of professional people suggesting the cost of living / purchasing of a home is beyond the reach of many, leaving renting the main option.
House Tenure Percentage in area
Owned Outright 49.1%
Owned with Mortgage / Loan
41.6%
Part Owned 0%
Rented from Council (Local Authority)
0%
Social Rented (Other) 1.6%
Private Landlord / Agency
0%
Private Rented Other 7.2%
Living Rent Free 0.6%
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Long Term Sick or Disabled
Looking After Home / Family
Student
Retired
Full Time Student
Unemployed
Self Employed
Employed Full Time
Other
Economic Activity
The following statistics cover residents aged 16 – 74. The two largest represented Economic areas are ‘retired’ (19.9%) long term, disabled or sick (16%) &
employed full time (14.8%). This accounts for 53.4% of the residents in Streetly. The ‘unemployment’ figure for Streetly is 1.1%, making Streetly a good
area, with low unemployment, which again contributes to the low levels of crime statistics. The ethos in the area appears to be that of ‘working’ for a living.
Economic Activity Percentage in area
Long Term Sick or Disabled
16%
Looking After Home / Family
2.6%
Student 4.3%
Retired 19.9%
Full Time Student 1.1%
Unemployed 1.1%
Self Employed 10.8%
Employed Full Time 14.8%
Other 0%
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Levels of Deprivation
Infant mortality rates are significantly higher in the area than Walsall averages also Streetly children have the lowest immunisation uptake across all Walsall.
This may be because families in Streetly are deciding to pay for private immunisations of their children. Streetly area has the lowest fertility rates in Walsall.
(Per women aged 16-45) and the birth rates to teenagers are also the lowest across Walsall.
Streetly has the lowest levels of obese reception age children (4 &5 years) and the lowest 6 obesity levels (aged 10/11). There are several healthy weight
services available in the area.
Rates of emergency and planned admissions to hospital are much lower in Streetly than for Walsall across all age groups up to 19 years.
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Crime
The below figures are for the year February 2019 to January 2020 inclusive. It shows that although figures for the ‘county’ may be high, the figures for the
close area, and more specifically the actual road where the home is located, display that over all Elland is a ‘low crime’ area. This makes it a ‘predominately
safe’ area for a children’s home to be located. The highest type of crime is ‘vehicle crime’.
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Facilities in AREA
Transport Regular public transport service provides easy access to the town centres of Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield,
Erdington and Walsall. Bus stops are right outside the home. Sutton Coldfield Train Station is 3.7 miles away, only
20 minutes from Birmingham New Street Station.
West Midland Busses - www.networkwestmidlands.com/bus/
National Rail - www.nationalrail.co.uk
General Practitioners Health centre with many GPs to register with (in walking distance)
Dentist Streetly Dental Practice with many practitioners to register with & Michael Reece Dental Practice (in walking
distance), many more local in easy access.
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Pharmacy Lloyds Pharmacy - Chester road, within walking distance.
Opticians Visions express 198 Grace Church Shopping Centre, Sutton Coldfield – other opticians locally available.
A&E Hospital Birmingham children’s 7.8 miles, Good hope Hospital A&E - 3 miles, Sandwell General 5.51miles, many more
hospitals including Birmingham eye hospital.
Designated Nurse Blakenall Village Centre 01922 443919
Looked after Children and children– [email protected]
Transition and Leaving Care – [email protected]
BESD Behaviour, social & emotional difficulties Secondary - Elmwood Primary – Phoenix
ASD – Autistic Spectrum Secondary - Pool Hayes
Primary - Rushall & Busill Jones
Walsall Advisory Support Team engage with schools and settings to remove
barriers to learning for children and children with Special Educational Needs and
Disabilities (SEND)
The team provide effective challenge and support to schools and settings in
relation to the principles of partnership, inclusion and multi-agency working.
Virtual School Karen Dainty is the Head teacher of the Virtual school for Looked after children, Lorraine Thompson (Deputy
Manager) has an over view of children placed in schools outside of Walsall and attendance / data of all looked after
children.
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Helen Hardwick (Curriculum Manager) monitors and advises on SEN issues and work closely with schools to support
the educational achievement of Looked after Children.
VS Key workers Years 5, 6, 7 – Charley Woolley /Years 8, 9 – Diane Smallman/ Years 10, 11 – Mel Harris
Local sports leisure facilities Walsall offers free swimming for all under 16 year olds, The Gala Baths has the only brine pool in the region - it’s
warm, salty waters are wonderfully relaxing and therapeutic.
Walsall Council is committed to supporting voluntary sector sports clubs within the borough to improve the
provision of opportunities for children and adults to participate in sport in a safe and effective sporting
environment. Supporting our children to access these facilities will help children to be; socially inclusive, develop
increased attention spans, support educational competitiveness, develop team building skills, support confidence
building, increase self-esteem and develop their independence skills building resilience.
Local activities for children Sutton Park National Nature Reserve (2 miles) nice and quiet for walks, a play area, donkey sanctuary, paved areas
for walks/cycling/jogging, wooded areas for exploring, lakes, restaurants, cafés, wild ponies, deer, rabbits, wild
open areas, wonderful views and a visitor centre.
Sandwell Valley Country Park (5 miles),
Ash End House Children’s Farm (6 miles), The Grange Players theatre (4 miles), Alexander Stadium (4 miles),
Swimming, Go-Karting, Aston hall & Aston Park, Aston Villa Stadium, St Andrews Stadium, The Art Gallery
Birmingham, The science Museum Birmingham, The Think Tank, Britannica Gardens, Conkers outdoor adventure,
chaise water and railway, the Ackers ski slope and outdoor activity centre, many museums including The Black
country museum, Snow dome, Tamworth castle, Sky trail adventure, Dudley Zoo, and many more activities within
in easy access.
Local cultural facilities,
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services and entertainment The home is in easy access of Birmingham city centre, and as such is accessible to the unprecedented wide
spectrum of cultural facilities, services and entertainment to meet the diversities of children.
For quieter cultural experiences Sutton Coldfield is also easily accessible.
Local libraries are in walking distance and Birmingham Library is easily accessible.
Many diverse religious settings are easily accessible to meet the diversities of children
.1 Mile radius around home:
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Date Task / Comment By Whom
2nd April 2019
Crime Prevention Local Crime Officer came in to complete mediation with 2 young people to prevent any young person getting a criminal record due to negative behaviours. The team are working on the following areas:
- Ladder of risk - Criminal prosecutions - The Law - Relationships with peers - Relationships with neighbours
Shona Chand Crime Prevention Officer Walsall Youth Justice Service – Children’s Services Walsall M.B.C. Walsall Council House
16th April 2019 County Lines The local vulnerability officer delivered training initially to adults at The Hollies at the local police station then came into the Hollies adapted their work and delivered this in a child centred way covering the below: - What does 'County Lines' mean? - How County Lines gangs operate - Criminal offences - Modern Slavery - Child trafficking - Targets - Vulnerabilities and risk factors - Impact - What to do if you suspect someone is being exploited by county lines gangs - Guidance and procedure (For professionals
Local crime and vulnerability officer Hayley Tierney
17th April
Knife Crime The local vulnerability officer delivered training initially to adults at The Hollies at the local police station then came into the Hollies adapted their work and delivered this in a child centred way covering the below: - Knife crime - How gangs operate - Criminal offences - Targets
Local crime and vulnerability officer
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- Vulnerabilities and risk factors - Impact - What to do if you suspect someone is carrying a knife - Guidance and procedure (For professionals).
24th April Crime Prevention Local Crime Officer came in to complete her 2nd mediation session with 2 young people to prevent any young person getting a criminal record due to negative behaviours. The team are working on the following areas:
- Ladder of risk - Criminal prosecutions - The Law - Relationships with peers
Relationships with neighbours
Shona Chand Crime Prevention Officer Walsall Youth Justice Service – Children’s Services Walsall M.B.C. Walsall Council House
8th May 2019 Crime Prevention Local Crime Officer came in to complete her third mediation session with 2 young people to prevent any young person getting a criminal record due to negative behaviours. The team are working on the following areas:
- Ladder of risk - Criminal prosecutions - The Law - Relationships with peers
Relationships with neighbours
Shona Chand Crime Prevention Officer Walsall Youth Justice Service – Children’s Services Walsall M.B.C. Walsall Council House
20th May Local fire department came out to look at Fire Risk assessment and take copies of floor plans to ensure should the Hollies need support they have an update of the capacity of people in the building and plans of the
Dave Philips Superintendent Perry Barr Fire station
June 2019 No changes. R Linden
July 2019 No Changes R Linden
August 2019 A training course was held in the day at the home meaning an increased amount of cars near property; adults reminded to car share and park in the vicinity so to not disgruntle neighbours.
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September 2019 No Changes. R Linden.
17/10/19 Consultation letter sent requesting information and intel on the location of the area and any known risks; professionals contacted were LADO- Michelle Pinnock, J Vlahathis Crime Vulnerability officer, CP exploitation hub and missing from care police coordinator.
R Linden
Jan 2020 Links established with Local Walsall Safeguarding team and meeting held with RM around children’s current risks within home and community Designated safeguarding officer invited to Team meeting with adults and shares local and national changes
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26.3.2020 Local risks around COVID19 identified and updated and LRA reviewed and updated fully
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