Children's homes 'reluctant' to accept children with complex needs, Ofsted reports

Amrit Virdi
Tuesday, January 16, 2024

More than nine in 10 local authorities struggle to find homes for children with complex needs, warns a report by Ofsted, highlighting a reluctance by homes to accept such referrals as a key factor behind the issue.

Ofsted have raised concerns over the treatment of children with complex needs in residential care. Picture: UK Government
Ofsted have raised concerns over the treatment of children with complex needs in residential care. Picture: UK Government

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