The inspectorate praised the London Borough of Bexley for its new approach to partnership working between agencies, which it said has created a whole-system approach where all partner agencies are committed to "building the safety network around children and families".
Examples of this partnership working include the specialist child and adolescent mental health service for looked-after children that ensures young people never wait more than eight weeks for an initial consultation.
The inspectorate also praised the council's focus on early help, attention to children's views, and how its manageable social worker caseloads are enabling creative direct work with children and families.
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