Working at Henshaws Specialist College

Thorough risk management processes focused on people's abilities... Clear systems were in place... to respond to and monitor accidents and incidents and share learning

Young people benefited from a staff group with clear, shared values of 'building confidence, developing independence and supporting achievement'. Staff were positive about the registered manager

Sufficient numbers of staff were deployed to meet people's individual care and support needs safely. Relatives told us, 'It's been very consistent with staff' and '[Name] normally has the same staff'

Staff were well trained; managers promoted a culture of sharing, reflection and improvement. Staff were positive about their training... 'Training is excellent here.'

Staff were positive about the registered manager and the management team. One said, 'We have the right people in roles now. The registered manager is brilliant. They have been fundamental... for the positive changes we have seen.'

Young people with very complex needs had achieved goals for the first time, including sailing, kayaking and rock climbing... Next Steps programme... Flight Path programme