Nest Consultancy NW Ltd is a dedicated children’s residential care consultancy supporting providers across the North West and beyond. With extensive hands-on experience in managing and leading children’s homes, the team understand the real pressures of the sector, from safeguarding responsibilities to Ofsted inspections and day-to-day leadership challenges. Their mission is simple: to help homes move from firefighting to stability, strengthening compliance while building confident, capable leadership teams.

Regulation 44 Visits and Compliance Support

Regulation 44 visits are a statutory requirement for children’s homes in England, but with the right approach they become far more than a compliance task. Nest Consultancy delivers independent, thorough Regulation 44 visits that assess safeguarding, leadership, care planning, and overall quality of care in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

Clear, detailed reports are produced with practical recommendations, helping providers prepare for Ofsted inspections and maintain continuous improvement. Their honest and professional approach ensures issues are identified early, giving homes the confidence to act decisively.

Independent Quality Assurance and Ofsted Support

Compliance is not just about meeting standards; it is about improving outcomes for young people. Nest Consultancy provides independent quality assurance audits for children’s residential homes and supported accommodation services, aligned with Ofsted frameworks and national standards.

They also support new home setup and Ofsted registration applications, guiding providers through the process with clarity and structure. For existing homes, their compliance and Ofsted support services strengthen systems, policies, and leadership oversight.

Leadership Development and Ongoing Operational Support

Strong homes are built on strong leaders. Nest Consultancy specialises in Manager and Deputy Manager development, offering mentoring, practical guidance, and structured support to help leaders confidently apply the nine Quality Standards.

Their services include:

• Regulation 44 visits
• Independent quality assurance audits
• Manager and Deputy Manager development
• Compliance and Ofsted support
• New children’s home setup and registration
• Ongoing leadership and operational support
• Safeguarding and behaviour management training

At the heart of Nest Consultancy NW Ltd are their core values: Nurture, Excellence, Sustainability, and Trust. These principles underpin everything they do. Their friendly, honest, and professional approach means providers feel supported, not scrutinised. Ultimately, their work is about strengthening services, so children and young people receive the stable, high-quality care they deserve.