Castle Gate rated 'Castle Great'!

Castle Gate, situated in the grounds of the Castle School, provides short breaks for children with physical and learning disabilities and is registered to provide overnight stays for up to six children.

The report praises the aspirational approach of the team and highlights how the service continues to set the bar for high-quality care and support for children and young people. By using monitoring and review systems, the home continuously improves the children's experiences and ensures that staff are constantly developing their skills.

The home celebrates the progress children make in areas like communication, independence, and self-care, each at a pace tailored to their individual needs. From farm visits to soft play and community outings, children are encouraged to embrace new experiences, and parents get to share in the joy through photos and videos.

Parents are full of praise, calling the service fantastic and expressing confidence in the team's ability to ensure their children are safe and happy.

With vibrant themed bedrooms and a welcoming atmosphere, this outstanding children's home truly leads the way in providing care, comfort, and life-changing experiences.

Joanna Romanowska, Registered Manager at Castle Gate, says,

"As a manager, I could not be prouder of this incredible achievement. This recognition is a reflection of the hard work and passion that drives us forward, and it inspires us to build on this success. I'd like to thank everyone involved in helping us achieve this milestone. Success is built not only on dedication, collaboration plays a huge part, and I'm extremely grateful for the brilliant support we receive."

Dora Gouveia-Schofield, Responsible Individual for Castle Gate and Principal Social Worker for Children's Services at West Berkshire Council says,

"We are thrilled that Castle Gate has received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted! This recognition reflects our commitment to providing exceptional care and support to families. We are incredibly proud of our dedicated team, whose hard work and passion have made this achievement possible."

Heather Codling, West Berkshire's Executive Member for Children and Family Services says,

"This rating is well deserved. We are lucky to have such a brilliant facility in West Berkshire.

"The praise in the report speaks volumes about the strengths of the management and team, from their commitment to ongoing development and support for children's achievements to the collaborative approach with partners. The achievements of this home are a shining example of professionalism and dedication."