Children's services picks up second 'outstanding' rating

INSPECTORS HAIL STRONG SENIOR LEADERSHIP AND HIGH-QUALITY PRACTICE

- By TELEGRAPH REPORTER

DERBY City Council's Children's Services continues to set a high standard, earning its second consecutive “outstanding” rating from Ofsted.

Inspectors praised the services as “responsive and effective”, and rated them outstanding across all five areas assessed - meaning they have improved since the last assessment in 2022.

This means that children, young people and their families are more likely to get the support they need, when they need it, and face safer and more positive futures as a result.

Inspectors carried out an inspection in May. Their report, published this week, highlights strong senior leadership, high-quality social work practice, and extensive support for children in care and care leavers.