Moss Farm Children’s Home Closure Raises Serious Care Concerns

In a shocking turn of events, Ampika Pickston, the star of Real Housewives of Cheshire, faces a devastating blow as her children’s home has been ordered to shut down permanently. Moss Farm Children’s Home, located in Altrincham and operated under her company, AP Care Homes Limited, was recently scrutinized, raising alarm bells regarding the quality of care provided.

After a tribunal led by Judge Siobahn Goodrich reviewed the facility, the evidence presented led to a damning conclusion. The investigation revealed a “significant” risk of harm to the well-being and safety of children residing at the home, marking a troubling chapter in Pickston’s controversial endeavor.

An investigation by Ofsted, the regulating body for children’s homes, uncovered alarming details, including a catastrophic incident where a child went missing and subsequently made an allegation of sexual assault. The report pointed to a lack of proper documentation regarding the actions taken to safeguard the child, amplifying concerns about the home’s operational standards.

Registered as a children’s home in June 2023, Moss Farm was designed to accommodate up to four children facing emotional and behavioral difficulties. However, inspectors noted a high turnover of managers at the facility, each expressing concerns about policies imposed by Pickston. The report accused her of undermining management decisions, further complicating the already troubling narrative.

In stark statements, Ofsted declared that the arrangements to protect children from harm were ineffective, leaving them at “continuing risk.” However, it wasn’t all criticism; the report did acknowledge the home’s impressive facilities, suggesting it could be a desirable place in terms of comfort. Nevertheless, the serious safety concerns overshadowed these aspects, leading to a decisive ruling against Pickston’s appeal.

After the verdict, Ampika Pickston shared her heartache over the decision, claiming that staff were “bullied” by Ofsted into providing negative testimonials about the home. She has vowed to share her side of the story, hinting at producing a documentary detailing her experiences in the face of this crisis.

In an emotional YouTube video statement, Pickston revealed, “My registration was granted on July 1, 2023. Within four months, Ofsted had placed a notice to close my home.” She defended her operations, citing a lack of supporting evidence from police, social workers, or health services to substantiate claims of harm occurring at Moss Farm.