Standard 15 / during

I am welcomed at the main entrance unless it is unsafe for me or others. This is based on my individual circumstances and needs.

I think there should be an individual risk assessment for each young person coming into Secure — to say if they need to come through the secure garage or if they are ok to go through reception.

Why this standard matters to young people, in their words

Additional information about this standard

Illustrative links to the Health and Social Care Standards

The Pathway and Standards complement, align with, provide further context, and give unique voice to the Health and Social Care Standards. Both sets of standards apply for all children in, or on the edges of, secure care, with this section providing illustrative links between this standard and the Health and Social Care Standards.
  • 3.1 I experience people speaking and listening to me in a way that is courteous and respectful, with my care and support being the main focus of people’s attention.
  • 3.6 I feel at ease because I am greeted warmly by people and they introduce themselves.
  • 4.3 I experience care and support where all people are respected and valued.
  • 5.18 My environment is relaxed, welcoming, peaceful and free from avoidable and intrusive noise and smells.

Illustrative links to How Good is Our School? quality indicators

The Pathway and Standards complement, the How Good is Our School? quality indicators, with this section providing illustrative links between this standard and the quality indicators.
  • 2.1 Safeguarding and child protection
  • 2.4 Personalised support
  • 2.6 Transitions
  • 3.1 Ensuring wellbeing, equality and inclusion