Maythorn children’s home in Biggleswade has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted following a recent inspection, carried out over two days.

The report highlighted how children at Maythorn have high attendance at school and have positive experiences at the home. It mentioned that parents have highlighted the positive difference that staff have made to children’s social and emotional development.

The report also praised staff saying that they are ‘nurturing, kind and committed to children’s care’ and noted that leaders, managers, and staff have very good relationships with the children’s families and external professionals.

It further noted that staff facilitated ‘a wide range of exciting activities that reflect the children’s interests [including] visits to a sensory theme-park attraction, trips to the coast and regular outings to children’s favourite restaurants.’ Inspectors stated that ‘well-planned experiences greatly improve children’s well-being and provides them with new opportunities.’

There are 2 recommendations made by Ofsted and staff are already working hard to respond to these.