Ofsted

Questions from the Ofsted:

Family, support and stability What does emerging good practice show about how families, parents, wider family networks and carers can meaningfully shape the development and delivery of children’s services? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability What factors and practices are local authorities adopting to ensure effective sufficiency planning that leads to children and young people’s needs being met? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability How are local authorities reshaping their fostering models considering government reforms? What impact is this having on children and young people, specifically focusing on quality and placement stability? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability How will upcoming children’s social care reforms impact the use, regulation, and quality of supported accommodation for children? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability When considering a move into supported accommodation, what approaches to decision-making lead to positive outcomes for young people? What are the early indicators of stability versus placement breakdown? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability How effective are current approaches to family help and kinship care in improving the experiences and outcomes of children, young people and families? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability What factors contribute to stability and sustained loving relationships in kinship placements over time? Where are there pressure points that can lead to breakdown or re-entry into care? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability What factors enable effective kinship care in practice? How well is kinship care understood by professionals and families? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability What factors support sustained and effective engagement with families receiving family help, especially in cases where safeguarding risks have been identified? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability How do local authorities balance family help and the protection of children? What evidence informs risk‑aware and proportionate decision‑making in practice? Ofsted, 2026

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Family, support and stability What enablers and challenges affect local authorities’ ability to deliver consistent, timely and high-quality family help? Ofsted, 2026

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