Ofsted registration
Lewisham Council has opened its first council-run children's home, which requires Ofsted registration to ensure quality and safety standards.
Lewisham Council opened its first council-run children's home in September 2026, a facility that undergoes Ofsted registration to ensure quality and safety standards. Councillor Rotimi Skyers announced this, stating the investment aims to keep children closer to their support networks and reduce reliance on private providers.
The council's move seeks to ensure public money is prioritised for children's needs, as reported by Councillor Skyers during a Council meeting on 23 September 2026. No further discussions or upcoming decisions regarding Ofsted registration are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Lewisham Council opened its first council-run children's home in September 2026. Source
- Councillor Rotimi Skyers announced the new home on 23 September 2026. Source
- The home aims to keep children closer to their support networks. Source
- The investment aims to prioritise public money for children's needs. Source
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