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Quality Assurance Audits
For Children’s Residential Homes

At Nest Consultancy, we deliver Independent Quality Assurance (QA) Audits designed specifically for children’s residential homes. These audits go beyond minimum compliance checks. We provide a thorough, objective review of your home’s policies, practices, and outcomes to ensure high-quality care for children and young people — and to give your management team the insights needed to prepare confidently for Ofsted inspections.

Independent quality assurance audit in a children’s residential home.

WHAT ARE
QUALITY ASSURANCE AUDITS

  • A QA audit is a structured review of a children’s home’s operations.

  • It examines policies, safeguarding, staff practice, and outcomes for young people.

  • Audits ensure homes meet statutory requirements and internal standards.

  • Reports provide clear feedback, highlighting strengths and identifying gaps.

  • Ensure continuous improvement and high standards of care.

  • Identify risks before they become compliance issues.

  • Build a stronger evidence base for Ofsted inspections.

  • Support Responsible Individuals and Managers in fulfilling their duties.

WHY QA AUDITS MATTER FOR CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL HOMES

HOW NEST CONSULTANCY DELIVERS QA AUDITS

  • Independent, objective assessments by experienced consultants.

  • Tailored audits based on your home’s needs and areas of focus.

  • Clear, practical recommendations for improvement.

  • Reports aligned with Ofsted’s evaluation framework.

  • Guidance and support to act on findings, not just a checklist approach.

  • ✅ Independent, external perspective — impartial and professional.

  • ✅ Rooted in Nest’s values: Nurture, Excellence, Sustainability, Trust (NEST).

  • ✅ Constructive feedback to support both compliance and quality of care.

  • ✅ Builds confidence for Directors, RIs, and Managers ahead of Ofsted.

  • ✅ Flexible scheduling to minimise disruption to your home.

BENEFITS OF CHOOSING NEST CONSULTANCY

"We chose Nest Consultancy after researching a few, we were impressed by the in-depth reporting and auditing of our home, that quickly informed us of any shortfalls."

NEXT STEPS...

  1. Contact us via email, phone, socials or contact form.​

  2. Quick Consultation call.

  3. Contract and visit scheduled.

  4. Detailed report delivered with clear action points.

  5. Ongoing support available through our wider services.​

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