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Writing a Statement of Purpose for Residential Childcare

This in-depth guidance is essential for residential childcare providers seeking to develop or refine a fully compliant, high-quality Statement of Purpose. Aligned with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, including Regulation 16 and the Quality Standards, it offers a clear, structured approach to writing a document that reflects your home’s ethos, care model, and commitment to positive outcomes for children. The guidance covers every required element in detail—from the home’s aims and staffing structure to safeguarding, education, behaviour management, and transition planning—ensuring your Statement of Purpose meets regulatory expectations and supports best practice. Ideal for new registrations, re-registrations, or annual reviews, this resource helps you create a professional, effective document that clearly communicates the purpose and integrity of your service to Ofsted, local authorities, and stakeholders.
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