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ICHA Commissioners Handbook2016

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ICHA CEO writes:This year will see the ICHA be in a position to make the needs-led agenda for residential child careThe successful meeting of the challenges over the past years has had the effect to enhance the resilience of the sector. The ICHA has often found itself the sole voice of evidence informed practice, with an analysis deep and incisive that supported its steadfastness in responding to the agendas set by others, and outside of the needs of young people and the evidence.

2016 is the year of doing differentThis year is to move on from having to react and in some cases, have to rebut by telling things as they really are.

2016 is a year to respond and replace worn out ways of thinking about residential child care. This does not mean foreseeing big radical changes rather many small ones. What must be ended is the radical separateness that is imposed on residential child care. It must be seen in the context of the wider care system, rather than in isolation.

There must be an equal care not a special caseThere is the need for a national strategy for all placement options. This year has to be about learning about the reality of the numbers and depth of need and creating a lasting solution. The sector cares for the young people with the highest levels of social, emotional, psychological unmet need.

For too long, we have been trying the same things over and over again thinking that if only we can refine what we’re doing, it will definitely work. This is a good example of knowing the answer and trying to find the question we want it to answer.

The new norm This is a new norm and based on the world, fundamentally changed from purchaser-provider to mutual co-production. The world is no longer unipolar but multipolar. There will be changes needed by providers, as well as local authorities and Government. A key realisation is that children’s homes are now expected, by the Quality Standards, to engage in dialogue.

The sector is sure of the evidence base, the professional judgement, for its residential response. We recognise that there is still a lot of convincing for this to be the new norm.

The evidence speaks loudlyGovernment research tells us that Denmark, France and Germany all have a greater proportion of children looked after away from home than does England. There was no clear evidence from the interviews, that thresholds for care entry were lower in other countries than in England.

We need to ensure we conserve the number and range of residential settings we have now. Already the smallest sector size in history to be smaller presents major threats to the viability of children’s services and other placements. Though the focus is often on other options positively and residential child care negatively, it is the case that other options can only offer what they do because children’s homes are there. Less for more brought a famine of fees. We must beware losing even part of the sector by default of starving resources of income. We need intelligent evidence-led planning for the often intensive care residential options provide.

New Residential Child CareResearch is showing that there is potential for therapeutic approaches to support young people and families in order to prevent out-of-home placement. This is a recovered use of being in residence. There is lots of literature on this ‘new’ approach some of it is from our own English tradition but also European countries appear to have a wider range of options, when children need to live away from home.

Experts and equalsA new partnership of experts and equals is needed in the new foundation for children’s services. Considering the reform of residential child care requires reform of the entire system. As a leadership organisation for the sector, the ICHA is committed to joining others in addressing this large responsibility.

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Welcome from the ChairpersonThe presence, voice, responsibility, and authority of the ICHA have grown over these past years Its work has been a major element in the success of the sector, meeting the challenges made of it. Ofsted inspection outcomes show how well the sector has implemented the Quality Standards. Such positive outcomes show a confident and supported sector.

With ICHA membership now over 80% of homes in the independent sector and over half of all homes, the ICHA is the representative organisation for children’s homes providers.

Always an advocate for positive use of residential solutions for young people The ICHA is now able to showcase evidence that makes the case for the planned use of children’s homes to be always positive, the right place for the right child at the right time.

Using children’s homes as a last resort needs to be seen as a phase of historyLast year saw some exciting research results showing the efficacy of residential resources, as good as any other option for young people. Other research brought to national attention that there is the opportunity for recovering settings, we used in previous decades, such a short break settings for edge of care use. This year, the ICHA plans to invest in research too.

We need more children’s homesTo do so, we need audits of needs and co-produced plans so we have the right homes for the right needs in the right places. This requires mutual co-produced solutions created by local authorities and providers together – one team for one child. More homes means same intensive provision more available, better identification with care and business planning, aligned will reduce costs. Commissioning needs to be reviewed and renewed, the days of command and control commissioning, with a focus solely on cost reduction, are out of date. The ICHA seeks change and is looking to invest in a new mutual

contract and placement finder approach that take the matching of need forwards.

The ICHA works to make best use of the expertise of the sectorThis is a knowledgeable and experienced sector with some world class provision. The ICHA hosted visits from Denmark and Australia over 2015 and these colleagues told us that they had nothing like the homes they saw, they were impressed with the intimate and clinical work.

The ICHA provides unequalled information, advice and supportIts offices are open daily to support its members with advice as quick and detailed as they need it. Weekly bulletins keep providers up to date with developments in England, the UK and around the world. New practice materials are seen as benchmarks for practice. Interest groups are now meeting taking forwards specialisms. Study groups make reports that benefit the whole sector. Sub-committees can advise on contracts and commissioning, and research and evaluation. The range and depth of the ICHA is a major asset to children’s services.

If you are a provider, we look forward to welcoming you to the ICHA. If you are from local or national Government, we look forward to working with you locally, regionally and nationally, identifying needs and provision dedicated to the positive use of children’s homes.

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ICHA is the only UK representative organisation of Independent Residential Child Care providers.

ICHA membership defines organisations that are committed to their continually improving outcomes for children.

Membership of ICHA indicates an organisation committed to the key factors of successful Residential Child Care (see NCERCC: What works in Residential Child Care) as demonstrated by willingness to share information and best practice, challenge inequality and raise the quality of services provided.

Membership of ICHA signals a commitment to high quality care and welfare being provided by all involved in the life of a child.

Membership of ICHA supports them to achieve this by the benefits of information, peer support and representation at local, regional and national levels.

Paramount is the safeguarding, wishes and interests, of each child. This is shown by core aspects of the Code of Practice.

• Act at all times in accordance with the welfare and safeguarding interest of children placed within their service.

• Ensure the wishes and feelings of individual children placed are central to any service offered to them or decision affecting their care.

• Promote a culture of professional openness and integrity in the care of children placed.

• Work individually and collectively to improve services and thereby improve the welfare of, and outcomes for, children placed.

ICHA members will:-

i. ‘Provide services which consistently provide positive outcomes, for young people and to the regulatory standards’.

ii. Ensure all staff are appropriately qualified, trained, supervised and supported to deliver high quality care.

iii. Ensure resources, systems, policies and procedures are in place to underpin high quality care.

iv. Promote a culture of continuous improvement throughout the range of services provided.

v. Support other members (by practical means or in the provision of information/advice) in the delivery of improved services.

vi. Safeguarding of children is promoted by ICHA members by 2 important responsibilities:

1. Notify the Executive Committee (and regulatory bodies if professionally appropriate) of any situation which may compromise or threaten the well being of any child placed in a member organisation.

2. Notify (as above) any member who willingly or repeatedly fails to act in accordance with this Code of Practice and/or brings the ICHA into disrepute.

ICHA Code of Practice

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ICHA Aims

• To continue to understand and promote the interests of ICHA Members.

• To maintain a voice at national level and be engaged in the debate and consultation process on residential child care issues.

• To present an appropriate professional, informed and evidence-based view of high quality practice and outcomes.

• To champion the provision of high quality services for LAC children as a positive option.

• To seek regular national media coverage on issues relevant to our provision.

• To celebrate and publicise good practice among our members.

ICHA Objectives

• To develop a pattern of regional and national meetings which disseminate information, engage debate and support members in networking with each other as well as informing the actions of the Association.

• To increase membership numbers.

• To maintain and extend representation at national level in various consultative or representational bodies.

• To influence thought at a political level, in conjunction with our political lobbyist.

• To recognise children’s rights as a fundamental aspect of member’s provision.

• To use all means at our disposal to influence the national debate in the areas of quality practice and to counter the short term expediency of driving down costs, at the expense of quality outcomes.

ICHA Mission Statement

“To represent the independent residential child care sector and promote quality child care practice nationally.”

ICHA, PO Box 16845, Sutton Coldfield, B73 9XG

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ContentsWelcome from the Chairs 3Code of Practice 4Mission Statement 5Contents 7A Wilderness Way 9A. Lowrie Care Services Ltd 10A Significant Other Ltd 11ABC Care & Education Ltd 12Acorn Homes Group 13Action in Care Ltd 14Adventure Care 15Aftercare (NW) Ltd 16Albrighton Care 17Amberleigh Care 18Amegreen Children’s Services 19Amos Children’s Home 20Anderida Adolescent Care Ltd 21Appletree Treatment Centre 22Arc HD Services Limited 23Archways Care Ltd 24Arnfield Care Ltd 25Artemis Support Ltd 26Aurora Care Young People Services Ltd 27Back On Track Children’s Services Ltd 28Bay View Child Care 29Banyan Tree 30Barford Children’s Services 31Beaufort Care Group Ltd 32Beeches UK Ltd 33Benecare Ltd 34Branas Isaf Ltd 35Brantwood Specialist School Ltd 36Break 37Bright Futures Care Ltd 38Bryn Melyn Care Ltd 39Calcot Services For Children 40The Caldecott Foundation 41The Cambian Group 42Carbrey Care 43Care 4 Children Residential Services Ltd 44Care Afloat 45Care Today (Children’s Services) 46Care Focus Ltd 47Causeway Care Homes Ltd 48Chances Childcare and Family Support 49Channels & Choices 50Cherish Childrens Care Ltd 51Cherry Cottage 52Children’s Respite Care Ltd 53Childhood First 54Children of the Mangrove 55

Choices 4 Children 56Clover Childcare Services Ltd 57Compass Children’s Homes 58Cornerways Children’s Services 59Courtyard Care Ltd 60Cove Care 61Crystal Care Solutions Ltd 62Crusoe Care Ltd 63CTC Inspire 64Cuckfield Care 653 Dimensions Care Ltd 66DMR Services Ltd 67Dove Adolescent Services Ltd 68Duty of Care Ltd 69Evolution Children’s Services 70Exceptional Care 71Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 72Fairport Care Services 73Family Care Group 74Ferndearle Child Care Services Ltd 75First 4 Care Ltd 76Five Rivers Child Care Ltd 77Footsteps a Path to Change 78Frances House 79GBA Care Ltd 80Genus Care Ltd 81Good Foundations Ltd 82Glebe House 83Grace Care Ltd 84Grapevine Care 85Grasmere Care Services 86Greenacre Care Service 87Greenfields 88Halliwell 89Happy Childrens Homes 90Harmony Children’s Services 91Headway Adolescent Resources Ltd 92Highfield Northeast Ltd 93Hillcrest Care Ltd 94Holibrook House Ltd 95Hollybank Trust 96Homes 2 Inspire 97Homescope 98Hopscotch Care Ltd 99Horizon Care & Education Group Ltd 100Howard House Care Ltd 101I & A Services 102Idem Living 103Inmind Children’s Services Ltd 104In Safe Hands Care Ltd 105Inspirations Leicestershire 106

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Contents continued

Advertisers: Charles Hunter Associates Page 6, Fulbridge Page 191, Ridouts Solicitors Page 191, ClearCare Page 192

Inspire Care 107Inspire Children’s Services 108Jigsaw (Croydon) Ltd 109J & R Care Ltd 110Kattz Care Services 111Kennet Care 112Keswick Care Ltd 113Keys Group 114Kisimul Group Ltd 115Kites Children’s Services Ltd 116Leeward Care Ltd 117Life Change Care Ltd 118The Lioncare Group 119McRae Residential Care Services (MRCS) Ltd 120Meadows Care 121Moonreach Ltd 122Motivations Activity Projects Ltd 123The National Autistic Society 124NH Care 125North East Autism Society 126North East Specialist Therapeutic Services 127New Forest Care 128New Horizons (NW) Ltd 129New Rays Care Services 130North Lakes Children’s Services 131Nottinghamshire YMCA 132Nugent Care 133Oak House Childrens Home Ltd 134One to One Crisis Intervention Ltd 135Options Group Ltd 136Oracle Care Ltd 137Our Places Schools 138Overley Hall School 139Pathfinders Childcare Ltd 140Pathway Care Solutions 141Penarth Group 142Phoenix Learning & Care 143Pilgrims Corner Group 144Positive Cycle 145Positive Pathways Ltd 146Potton Homes 147Praxis Care 148Priority Childcare 149Progress Care Solutions 150Progressive Care 151Right-Trak Ltd 152

ROC Northwest Ltd 153Ronanda Therapeutic Children’s Home 154Roundhouse Care Ltd 155Rubicon Children’s Homes Ltd 156Sahara Care Services for Children 157Sandcastle Care Ltd 158Sankofa Care Ltd 159Satash Community Care Project Ltd 160Serenity Care Homes Ltd 161Serenity Specialist Care Ltd 162Shalamar Children Limited 163Shyne Together Ltd 164Solent Child Care Ltd 165Specialist Education Services Ltd 166Springfield Road Ltd 167Stanfield Care Services Ltd 168Step-A-Side 169Supporting Futures 170Swaay Child and Adolescent Services Ltd 171South West Mental Health Ltd 172The PLACE Young People’s Company 173Thoughts Of Others Ltd 174TimeOut Children’s Homes 175Total Care Matters Ltd 176Tree House Care Fostering Solutions Ltd 177TulipCare 178Tumblewood Project Ltd 179Unique Children’s Home 180Virgin Care ICS (Family Support Services) 181Wessex College 182What’s Out There Ltd 183White Orchid Care Ltd 184Witherslack Group 185Young Foundations 186Geographical List 187

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At “A Wilderness Way”, we are committed to providing creative care packages for children and young people we look after. We believe that every child has equal rights to the highest quality child care. We provide each young person with a safe, supportive, trusting environment with challenges that promote growth, responsibility, learning and positive outcomes.

Wilderness is a Bespoke Crisis Intervention programme. We come to you and collect Country wide, it’s included in the programme, along with contact,

meetings and transitional work.

Comprising of the following services:-

Wilderness Experiences – Bespoke crisis intervention 2:1.

Fairways Registered CSE home 1:1

Devonside and Rowallan Residential homes 1:1

A Wilderness Way

Company Website: www.we-uk.co.uk

Contact: Geoff Jenkinson

Position: Director of Business

Address: Manor House, Carlisle, Cumbria CA40QS

Telephone: 01228 409553

Fax: 01228 409991

Email: [email protected]

Type of provision: Crisis Intervention/CSE residential/residential

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 2

Total number of registered beds: 11

Size range of homes: Single occupancy 2:1 & 1:1

Age range on admission: 8-18

Specialist services: Attachment residential, Bespoke Crisis Intervention, CSE registered home

Other education provision: On site Education, ASDAN, John Muir. AQA Awards programme

Therapeutic provision: Yes

Other services: Available on request

Geographical location: North East, North West

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Company Website: www.cornerstonech.co.uk

Contact: Tracey Leigh

Position: Referrals Manager

Address: Cinnamon House, Cinnamon Park, Crab Lane, Fearnhead, Warrington, WA2 0XP

Telephone: 07889 251838/ 0845 643 7367/ 07894 463089 (24 hours)

Fax: 0845 838 3015


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s Homes

Gender: Male only



Size range of homes: 2 x 3 bedroom


Specialist service: 1:1 and 2:1 staffing ratios and therapeutic care, Arsonist on licence /arsonistic tendencies, sexually harmful behaviour, criminal and anti-social behaviours and persistent absconding

Name and qualifications: Yvonne Hale, Head of Care, DipSW, CERT Ed, Dip Counselling, Adv. Dip Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, Dip Casework Supervision, Cert CBT

Other education provision: Strong links with local schools and colleges

Therapeutic provision: CBT, Transactional Analysis, holistic, therapeutic environment

Other services: Emergency and planned placements

Geographical location: North West

A Lowrie Care Services

Cornerstone has two homes providing specialist therapeutic care in Greater Manchester. We are able to accommodate and care for males with convictions for sexual offences against the person, convictions under the Sexual Offences Act, have multiple criminal convictions, peer-led offending behaviour, violent offending behaviour, be subject to ASBO and/or at risk of committing sexual harm offences, arson and drug related offending. Our Director of Care, Yvonne Hale, (DipSW, CERT Ed, Dip Counselling, Adv. Dip Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, Dip Casework Supervision,

Cert CBT), is a psychotherapist with 25 years’ experience in the sector and all our young people receive the benefit of a structured, therapeutic approach to care provision with the aim of encouraging development, rehabilitation and re-integration into society. Therapeutic provisions include, CBT, Transactional Analysis and holistic in a therapeutic environment. Other services include emergency and planned placements. We have consistently achieved ‘outstanding’ assessments from Ofsted and are known locally as ‘The Cornerstone Project’ because of

our unique and highly successful approach. This approach is delivered through a 4-weekly cycle of assessment, planning, implementation and review, with keywork interventions targeted to address the priority needs of our young people along the ECM criteria. We make a unique investment in our staff who, from the outset, receive training in the delivery of therapeutic care. The atmosphere in our homes is one of continuous growth and development involving young people, carers and management alike.

www.cornerstonech.co.uk

mailto:[email protected]

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A Significant Other Ltd

Company Website: www.asignificantother.co.uk

Contact: Darren Johnson

Position: Home Manager

Address: Green Towers, Wolsingham, Co Durham, DL13 3HQ

Telephone: 01388 527218


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Home

Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: 8 - 17 years of age

Specialist services: Animal Assisted Intervention, on-site purpose-built semi-independent 2x1 bedroom apartments

Therapeutic provision: Nurturing Therapy and Psychological Therapy based Pillars of Parenting Therapy with an emphasis on attachment and loss provided at Green Towers.

Geographical location: North East

Located in a unique, therapeutic environment, Green Towers Children’s Home is able to accommodate up to 4 young people in the main house and a further 2 young people in our new purpose-built, on-site 2 x 1 bedroomed leaving care transition apartments.

Evidence based animal assisted interventions are promoted and young people are encouraged to develop self sufficiency skills with an awareness and respect of the environment.

Our staff team provides Authentic Warm Nurturing and Psychological based Pillars of Parenting Therapies with an emphasis on attachment and loss. This therapeutic intervention is supported by monthly visits to Green Towers by a Clinical Psychologist, who offers support and clinical guidance to the Registered Manager and staff team.

Green Tower’s provides the children and young people we look after with consistent, meaningful, and supportive care to enable them to develop

appropriate levels of emotional integration, self-control, and acceptance of personal responsibility.

We have a ‘can do’ approach and an uncompromising ambition to build self-esteem and emotional resilience.

www.asignificantother.co.uk


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Action Before Crisis is the meaning to ABC Care Ltd. We are a family run company, run by father and son team Chris and Chris! We believe our family values are evident in everything we do. We offer an innovative approach to looking after children in crisis. We offer education through innovation with our virtual provider. This allows the young people to be educated in a non-evasive manner while being supported by staff they know and trust. Our counsellor engages with our young people in varying manners.

We don’t believe they should have to sit down in a room to be offered therapy. Our counsellor may take the young people out, bake with them or even just go for a walk with them. We offer minimum 1:1 staffing and a waking watch of an evening. We have rural homes and are able to offer sole occupancy in our small home Hope House. We were recently awarded Tier 1 in most categories for the West Midlands tender.

Company Website: www.abccare.co.uk

Contact: Chris Kennedy

Position: Director

Address: ABC Care & Education Ltd, Alston House, Lancaster, LA1 4XF

Telephone: 01524 382474

Fax: 01772 443913


Type of provision: Therapeutic Care for Children & Young people with EBD

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: Our homes can accommodate upto 4 young people, we are also able to offer sole occupancy in one home.

Age range on admission: 11 - 17

Specialist service: We offer a minimum of 1:1 staffing ratio. We offer on site education & our own therapist to provide therapeutic support to our young people.

Other education provision: We offer vocational qualifications through ASDAN & on site education through our virtual provider.

Therapeutic provision: Our BACP registered counsellor uses the person centred approach as her main modality.


ABC Care & Education Ltd

www.abccare.co.uk


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Acorn Homes Group

Company Website: www.ahgroup.eu

Contact: David Knowles

Position: Managing Director

Address: Northdown House, Northdown Park Road, Margate, Kent CT9 3TP

Telephone: 01843 808454 / David: 01843 482045, mobile 07890 482045

Fax: 01843 808454


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Homes, Education, Care Leaver Accommodation and Support Services, short, medium and long term. High Staff Ratio plus 1:1, 2:1 if required.

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes 6 Registered children’s homes, DFE registered school, 16 Plus homesand other services: and outreach


Size range of homes: 2 x 7 bed homes, 2 x 6 bed homes, 1 x 4 bed home, 1 x 3 bed home


Specialist service: Emotional and Behavioural, Specialist Educational Needs, Sports and Activities.

Name and qualifications: All staff and management are professionally and or vocationally qualified

Registered school: The Lighthouse School

Other education provision: Strong links with local schools, colleges with academic and vocational courses and work experience employers/ apprenticeship schemes.

Therapeutic provision: Own CAHMS service and health and well-being team, with full range of therapies and interventions.

Other services: Three 16 Plus Independent Living Homes, Outreach and Fostering.

Geographical location: South East and London

Acorn Group is a small but growing independent provider offering short, medium and long-term residential care and education for young people aged 8-17, on admission. Our homes are based across Kent and South east London.

The homes concentrate on developing and nurturing the young people through high levels of engagement in activities and sport. Alongside this, our own CAMHS team work closely with the young person to ensure they receive the appropriate therapeutic input they require to

achieve positive outcomes.

Our high staff to child ratio ensures that each young person gets the quality time that they need, in order to flourish and make positive change. Each staff team is highly skilled and trained in working with high risk CSE, gang culture and missing young people. A unique toolkit has been devised to support all staff in spotting signs and actioning, as appropriate, to keep young people safe. We have built a very close working relationship with other key individuals to increase the safety of all young people in

our care.

Acorn has developed our own semi-independent transition service across Kent and Medway for young adults aged 16-24 years. The support offered is individually tailored and can be increased or decreased as required and when levels of need change.

www.ahgroup.eu

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Action in Care Ltd. offer placements for emergency, short/medium-term stays. Same-day emergency referrals can also be accepted. In addition, we also offer either 12 or 24 weeks assessments, including Educational and or Psychological Assessments using an Independent Child Psychologist, on request.

The home caters for five individuals aged between 8-18 yrs old (17 yrs - at time of referral). The home provides care for a mix gender with all having their own bedroom and private

locked space, of which, they are encouraged to personalise and value.

Company Website: www.actionincare.co.uk

Contact: Lee Boyson / Danny Elliott

Position: Director / Registered Manager

Address: 2 The Avenue, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0NA

Telephone: 01474 322222 / 07812123880


Type of provision: Residential Child Care



Size range of homes: 5 beds


Specialist services: Residential Service offering emergency placements

Other education provision: Bought in on request

Therapeutic provision: Bought in on request

Geographical location: South East

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Company Website: www.adventurecare.co.uk

Contact: Garry Codman/Charlotte Turner

Position: Director / Manager

Address: Hill Top Cottage, Quarnford, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 OTJ

Telephone: 01298 767555 / 07966 901670

Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

Type of provision: Residential Care with registered school, providing adventurous activities and therapy including animal therapy.

Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: 9 to 17

Specialist service: Psychotherapist, Art Therapy, Systemic Family Therapy, Equine Therapy,

Name and qualifications: Peter Russel, Helen Slater

Registered school: Yes

Other education provision: Outdoor education

Therapeutic provision: Therapuetic Crisis Intervention, Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Equine Therapy.

Other services: Have an additional two short break activity respite placements.

Geographical location: East Midlands

Adventure Care

Adventure care is based within the Peak National Park. Our home is in a remote setting high up on a hill totally surrounded by moorland and uninterrupted views out to the distance. We have no immediate neighbours and the nearest town is 5 miles away. There are 2 rescue cats at the home and 2 horses and children are fully involved with the day-to-day care of the animals.

All the staff are trained and assessed in Therapeutic Crisis intervention and receive regular updates and refreshers.

We provide Psychotherapy in the home from our in-house therapist. This includes Art Therapy and Systemic Family Therapy. We also provide Equine Therapy and Outdoor Education.

The home has an on-site registered school and all children receive 1 to 1 education, with a view to progressing onto mainstream education.

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Aftercare (NW) Ltd offers accommodation for Looked After young people in five Ofsted registered children’s homes. The company also offer education services from an OCR registered education facility. Counselling or therapeutic services are also available and the company has access to a team of specialists, all with BACP accreditation within this field. Leaving Care services are available and Aftercare (NW) Ltd offers varying levels of semi and full independent living care packages.

All staff within Aftercare (NW) Ltd receive training which far exceeds minimum standards. Our staff are trained in Safeguarding, Self-Harm, Child Sexual Exploitation, G-Map (for young people who display inappropriate sexual behaviours), ADHD, Attachment Disorder, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (which includes restraint, de-escalation training etc), Medication, Missing from Care, Equality and Diversity, Anti-bullying, Communicating with Children and Diploma in Childcare.

Aftercare (NW) Ltd

Company Website: www.aftercarenorthwest.co.uk

Contact: Kevin Ingham and Tim Blundell

Position: Service Manager and Director

Address: 31-33 Hoghton Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0NS

Telephone: 01704 535306


Type of provision: Residential Child Care

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes

and other services: 7 Ofsted Registered Children’s Homes


Size range of homes: From 2 bed to 4 bed

Age range on admission: 9 to 17 years

Specialist services: OCR Registered Education centre with a full time Teacher

Therapeutic provision: All homes run as therapeutic


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Albrighton care residential children’s services provide a stable, safe and nurturing environment to children and young people that require specialist care and support.

We support children and young people with learning disabilities, complex physical and health needs, and autistic spectrum conditions in our small group homes, which are safe, fun and specifically adapted to meet individual needs and to positively manage any risks in a child-centred approach (Based on the Durham Residential model).

The team are trained to deliver support in a way that puts the child at the centre of any decision-making, and we create a clear team around the child which includes families, carers, professionals and people important to the child or young person.

Each child or young person has a person-centred planner in place which is a structured programme (to child/young person’s needs), designed and created to ensure we meet the individual goals and outcomes for each child and young person, in a way that

makes sense to them, and using communication tools specific to the child/young person.

Albrighton Care

Company Website: www.albrighton-care.org.uk

Contact: Izzy Green

Position: Locality Manager

Address: Watling Court Orbital Plaza, Watling Street, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 0EL

Telephone: 0843 523 5813

Fax: 0844 288 3198


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Homes - Learning Disabilities




Specialist services: Autistic Spectrum Conditions, Asperger’s, BESD, Challenging Behaviour, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Epilepsy, Health & Learning Difficulties & Tourette’s Syndrome

Name & Qualifications: All Managers & Directors qualified beyond minimum requirements. Information on request

Therapeutic provision: Clinical Psychologist, psychotherapist, play/art therapist, CBT, CAMHS practitioners, Speech & Language therapists, occupational therapist can be supplied upon request by Local Authority.

Geographical location: West Midlands

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Amberleigh Care is a centre of excellence for young males who have exhibited inappropriate or harmful sexual behaviours. We use researched and evidenced based practice models, underpinned by specialist trained staff, to deliver stable placements with best outcomes.

Our aim is to provide a safe place where young people can experience consistent and secure boundaries which support individual growth and achievement. Our therapeutic programme is multi-systemic in nature, with care, education and

therapy departments working collaboratively to support the individual treatment goals identified for each young person, with smooth and supported transitions through full care pathways.

Our Strategy is to create an environment that is both homely and practical, thereby minimising the effects of institutionalisation. Special attention is given every day to developing an environment where young people feel safe and able to achieve their individual potential.

Our Therapeutic communities are peer reviewed through our memberships of The Consortium for Therapeutic Communities and the Royal College of Psychiatrists quality improvement network, Community of Communities.

Our services are preferred providers across Wales and on several regional frameworks across England. However, a high number of placements are commissioned individually due to specialism.

Amberleigh Care

Company Website: www.amberleighcare.co.uk

Contact: Kevin Gallagher


Address: Amberleigh Care, Golfa Hall, Golfa, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 9AF & The Oaks, Redhill, Telford, TF2 9AZ

Telephone: 01938 554111 / 01952 619144


Type of provision: Sexually Harmful Behaviour service - Therapeutic Residential Homes with On-Site Schools and Therapy Team

Gender: Males

Total number of childrens’ homes 2 - Golfa Hall Based in Welshpool, Powys, and The Oaks based inand other services: Redhill, Shropshire


Size range of homes: Up to 12 bed


Specialist services: Specialist Therapeutic Care and Education for looked after young males with inappropriate or harmful sexualised behaviours.

Other education provision: Registered schools at both Homes - The Oaks and Golfa Hall

Registered school or other Our schools at The Oaks and Golfa Hall are approved with the Departmenteducation provision: for Education and the National Assembly for Wales respectively.

Therapeutic provision: Multi-disciplinary assessments comprised range of tests, measures and psychometric tools; psychiatric assessments, where necessary; Stand-alone assessments; family work; transitions back to family/ foster care & step-down independent living services; managing harmful sexual behaviour; consultancy, training staff & commissioning advice.

Other services: Therapeutic plans are informed by independent forensic psychiatric assessments and relevant psychometric measures.

Geographical location: West Midlands, Wales

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Amegreen Children’s Service provides specialist Therapeutic Residential Care and treatment for children and adolescents aged 5 to 18. It has developed from a children’s home service which has been in place since 1993. Our goal is to help children recover from difficult, often traumatic early life experiences by providing skilled, consistent, warm and affectionate care, in an environment that is safe and reparative.

We have four small homes, all close together with strong links to allow for flexibility and responsiveness to emergent needs. The service is situated

in rural surroundings in West Berkshire.

We use Developmental Trauma and Attachment Theory to help us understand the children’s behaviours and give us effective ways of helping them learn to self-regulate.

Often we work with children who can move on to adoption or fostering, and we aim to have these capacities in place so their new placements will survive and thrive.

We own seven horses and all our resident children and young people have access to them.

Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) is an emergent practice in which working with horses is used as a tool for emotional growth and learning.

The service is managed by Gary Carlin, who has 25 years of experience in Residential Childcare and treatment, has an experienced and committed group of staff and managers, and is well supported by regular on-site clinical psychology and psychotherapy inputs.

Amegreen Children’s Services

Company Website: www.amegreenchildren.org.uk

Contact: Mr Gary Carlin and Karen Edgson

Position: Operations Director (Gary) and Quality Assurance/Compliance Officer (Karen)

Address: 2 Granary Court, Fairoak Green, Stratfield Saye, Reading, RG7 2DL

Telephone: 01256 880034


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Child Care

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 2 x 2 Beds and 2 x 4 Beds


Specialist services: Equine Therapy

Therapeutic provision: Clinical Psychology, Psychotherapy and Play Therapy


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Amos is a 3-bedded residential children’s home for young people aged 14-17 years, with access to transitional step-down semi-independence accommodation.

Amos Children’s Home provides 24-hour residential care and support to young people aged 14 to 17 years (up to their 18th birthday), who have been placed in the care of Local Authorities for the following:-

• In local authority accommodation under a voluntary arrangement, where the child’s parents agree to the

child being accommodated; or

• In local authority accommodation or at home, under compulsory measures decided by a children’s hearing or a court.

Amos’ primary area of work is to support young people through the transitional stages of being in care, young people nearing the end of care system by preparing them for the journey towards getting ready for adult life and life outside care.

The expectations of the placement would be to provide

placement stability short to medium-term, using our service to provide a safe and secure environment and to provide structure and consistent boundaries. Support is given to help young people to acquire the skills necessary, to live independently, progressing forwards into the journey towards achieving more independence.

Amos Children’s Home

Company Website: www.amoschildrenshome.co.uk

Contact: Philip Salmon

Position: Registered Manager

Address: 69 Birches Barn Road, Bradmore, Wolverhampton, WV3 7BL

Telephone: 01902 343150


Type of provision: Childrens Home



Size range of homes: Small


Specialist services: Challenging & Emotional Behaviour


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Company Website: www.anderidacare.co.uk

Contact: Jane Bettley

Position: Office Manager

Address: Neville Mews, 6a Neville Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 8HR

Telephone: 01323 410655

Fax: 01323 417546


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Homes

Gender: Mixed


and other services: 6 & 1 school


Size range of homes: 1 - 3 bed homes.


Specialist service: Residential therapeutic care incorporating psychology and CBT, time out & respite service, education, training, diplomas and assessing.


Other education provision: Registered school.



Anderida AdolescentCare

Providing superior therapeutic residential child care and other child care related services for troubled young people and children who have EBSD.

Our outstanding residential children’s homes are based in East Sussex but provide child care to local authorities looking to place young people from across the country. Anderida also specialise in providing emergency placements, stepping in during placement breakdowns and delivering effective time out and respite solutions.

We also run a specialist school. We provide a challenging and supportive educational environment for students, who have experienced adversity and disadvantage within their lives, have special needs or have a statement of educational need (SEN), while offering a child-centred approach to learning at the school which encourages confident, independent and creative learners.

http://anderidacare.co.uk


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Company Website: www.appletreeschool.co.uk

Contact: Clair Davies

Position: Principal

Address: Natland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7QS

Telephone: 015395 60253

Fax: 015395 61301


Type of provision: Children’s Homes, Schools and Therapy

Gender: Mixed


and other services: 3


Size range of homes: 4-12


Specialist service: Young severely abused and neglected children reintegrated to families and day schools successfully.

Name and qualifications: Clair Davies, BA Cantab, MA Special Needs

Registered school: Appletree School and Fell House School

Other education provision: Next Steps



Appletree opened in 1995, with a mission to support children who have been severely traumatised to grow socially and emotionally and to cope with school. We have two special primary schools and two children’s homes for girls and boys age 6 to 12 years. Our children have individual therapy and our teams have therapeutic support. In the last five years, we have helped 90% of our leavers to return to families and day schools before they reach teenage years. After two years, 90% are still in the same placement.

For those children who are not yet ready, we continue to guide them through to young adulthood at our separate children’s home, with bespoke educational packages which include mainstream experience, where appropriate. We are successful in our aims because our programmes provide and promote resilience. We remove the disruptive impact of placement change. We provide a stable environment and integrated therapeutic service and we engage our children in stimulating education.

Appletree Treatment Centre

www.appletreeschool.co.uk


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Arc provides a treatment and assessment service for up to five young people between the ages of 9 and 18 with mental distress or emerging mental health issues and associated social, emotional, behavioural and attachment difficulties. Some young people may also fall within the autistic spectrum.

Arc works in close collaboration with commissioning teams, CAMHS Services and local providers to develop specific care packages for young people.

• Experienced, dedicated staff team

• High levels of support

• Small residential provision

• Outcomes based individual support programmes

• Low stimulus environment

• Holistic approach

• Extensive range of self-esteem building activities

Arc HD Services Limited

Company Website: www.arc-hd.comContact: Keith BidwellPosition: DirectorAddress: Wessex House, Upper Market Street, Eastleigh, SO50 9FDTelephone: 023 8111 2014 Fax: 023 8061 9808Email: [email protected] of provision: 52 week provision for young people with social, emotional and

mental health difficulties, including emerging borderline personality disorders / anxiety disorders, attachment disorders, low mood and young people at risk of CSE

Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 2 Total number of registered beds: 6Size range of homes: 3 children maximumAge range on admission: 9 to 18Specialist services: Young people are provided with 1:1 support throughout the waking

day and have access to a sessional mental health nurse, if required and access to art therapy

Therapeutic provision: Young people are provided with 1:1 support throughout the waking day and have access to a sessional mental health nurse if required and access to art therapy. Staff are guided in their therapeutic work by the mental health nurse and an experienced Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, who provides team supervision on a monthly basis

Geographical location: South West, South East

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Company Website: www.archwayscare.com

Contact: Chris Aristidou

Position: Director

Address: Hill Farm, Shawbury Lane, Shustoke, B46 2RN

Telephone: 01675 482900


Type of provision: Small Group Homes

Gender: Mixed




Size range of homes: 4 Bedded


Registered school: None

Other education provision: ASDAN

Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic Input


Archways Care Ltd

Archways Care provides residential care for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. All of our homes are semi-rural away from the potential environmental factors that can cause a problem for some young people.

We offer high staffing ratios, therapeutic input from our assigned therapist, daily programme, no bolt-on fees, short, medium and long-term placements with the prices fixed for the duration of the placement, discounted rates for the WMCCC and CCRAG.

www.archwayscare.com


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Arnfield Care Ltd

Based in the High Peak District of Derbyshire. Since 1997, we have supported children and young people aged 11 to under 18, whose circumstances present a challenge for services, where additional identified needs cannot be met within the LA.

We provide high-quality placements meeting individual needs, education, social, psychological and health care, supporting improved outcomes. Our support ranges from short-term breaks, 28 days to six months plus. Longer-term care, 12 to 36 months and onwards to independent living.

We believe our support programme provides young people with an active and stimulating base, from which they can experience key periods of stability, providing opportunity for important growth and development.

Young people who arrive at this home in crisis, with a history of significant risk taking or offending behaviour, continue to achieve outstanding outcomes from their starting points. They develop aspirations and start to work towards realistic goals for the future. As a result, their life chances significantly improve.

Ofsted Inspection - Arnfield Tower (crisis/emergency, med-term), March 2015 ‘Outstanding’.

Young people have a strong sense of safety in this home. A young person said: ‘the staff keep us safe here by looking after us well. They are brilliant and there is always someone to talk to’. Bullying is not tolerated, young people develop mutual respect for each other and get on well together. This provides young people with a further sense of safety and security.

Ofsted Inspection - Greenfield House (medium/long-term), February 2015 ‘Outstanding’.

Company Website: www.arnfieldcare.co.uk

Contact: Wayne Relf

Position: Head of Care & RI

Address: Brookbank House, Wellington Rd, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 5JR

Telephone: 01625 573 797

Fax: 01625 573 710


Type of provision: Children’s Residential Care with Registered Education

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 8 & 7


Specialist service: Outdoor Education & Pursuits Program

Registered school: Arnfield Independent School

Other education provision: Outdoor Education & Pursuits

Therapeutic provision: Child & Educational Psychologist - CBT & EMDR access

Other services: Other services

Geographical location: Derbyshire / North West

www.arnfieldcare.co.uk

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Artemis Support provides short, medium and long-term care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties aged between 10-17 years old. The organisation has three homes situated within the boundaries of Newcastle Upon Tyne and Gateshead. Each home has the capacity to care for five young people.

Artemis Support is able to facilitate education, training and traineeships for young people, as well as therapeutic intervention.

We work in partnership with a Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, who trained at the Scottish Institute of Human Relations, Edinburgh and the Tavistock & Portman Clinic, London. He has 30 years’ experience of working with children, adolescents and parents, in NHS Child & Family Services, in the voluntary sector and in independent practice. He is a well-known teacher and clinical supervisor for CAMHS and Children’s Services

professionals. His published writing and research, on learning disabilities; looked after children, and on infants’ and children’s emotional development has been well received.

Please visit our website for more details at: www.artemissupport.com

Company Website: www.artemissupport.com

Contact: Clare Coward

Position: Responsible Individual

Address: 8 Park Road, Gosforth Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 8DG

Telephone: 07830 330055 (Whorlton Hall) 0191 2869411 (Rothbury House) 0191 6499292 (Fairways) 0191 4476150


Type of provision: EBD

Gender: Males



Total Number of beds: 15

Age range on admission: 10-17 years

Specialist services: Therapeutic intervention

Name and qualifications: Nikki Common, Whorlton Hall Manager - Level 5 L&M. Donna Delaney, Rothbury House Manager - Level 5 L&M. William Elliott, Fairways Manager - Level 5 L&M. /ASDAN

Other education provision: Educational provision off- site

Therapeutic provision: We provide a whole range of therapeutic interventions /ASDAN Training Centre.


Artemis Support Ltd.

www.whorltonhall.com

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Contact: Karen Buckley

Position: Provider

Address: Pendle Suite, Hawkshaw Business Park, Clayton-Le-Dale, Blackburn, BB2 7JA

Telephone: 07587 774591 (24 hr emergency contact) / 01254 658944


Type of provision: Private Residential Children’s Home

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: Detached home


Specialist service: Offer therapeutic services on request.


Other services: Other Services


Aurora Care Young People’s Service Ltd

Foxfield’s was established in 2010, to provide a high level of care for young people aged 10 years up to 17 years of age, of either gender and from all ethnic backgrounds.

The provision of care is a triple occupancy home registered with Ofsted as a children’s home.

Duddle Farm was registered on 28th March 2015. Both homes offer accommodation to young people with mild/moderate learning difficulties, family breakdown and EBD.

Both homes offer full assessments of needs of young people, with written reports and close working relationships with social workers and outside agencies.

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Company Website: www.backontrackservices.co.uk

Contact: Rachael Reid

Position: Director

Address: 185 Dover Road, Walmer, Deal, Kent, CT14 7NB

Telephone: 01304 367706

Fax: 01304 800300


Type of provision: Residential Home

Gender: Mixed




Specialist service: EBD; Challenging behaviour; ADHD

Therapeutic provision: CBT/Counselling

Other services: Emergency placements


Back on Track Children’s Services Ltd

Back on Track Children’s Services Ltd acknowledge that moving to a new home and, in many cases, a new area can often be a traumatic and difficult experience for young people and their families. Commitment is the key word at Back on Track, as we believe young people deserve a consistent, stable and safe environment to work through their difficulties, with full support from all staff members.

Back on Track offers a quality of life that is as close to a family

environment as can be achieved, without the added emotional pressures of being placed with a substitute family. We do not believe in replicating “institutional settings” and to the casual observer, our home is a normal domestic environment.

www.backontrackservices.co.uk


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Bay View Child Care has two Children’s homes in the north west of Lancashire. We deliver “Outstanding” Care to the young people and this is evident in our Ofsted inspection reports.

At Bay View, we believe that every young person has the potential to succeed in life. With the right amount of support, the right approaches and the right timing, young people can learn to take advantage and harness the guidance, practical help and emotional support of caring professionals there to help them.

Our goal is to provide a positive and productive environment which young people can interject and own. By doing this, young people can begin to learn the important steps they need to take, in order to work towards brighter futures.

Our underlying ideology at Bay View Childcare is simply based around putting young people first and building and maintaining positive relationships.

It is our underlying belief that relationships are the key factors in supporting and caring

for young people which lead to positive future’s and best outcomes.

Social inclusionism features in everything we do and is the key to our success. Holistic and unconditional methods of working are employed by all of our trained staff, to ensure young people get the best start in their new futures.

Bay View Child Care

Company Website: www.bayviewchildcare.com

Contact: Paul Johnson

Position: Operations Manager

Address: 3 Dalton Square, Lancaster, LA1 1PP

Telephone: 07534 400959


Type of provision: Children’s Home



Size range of homes: 4



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Company Website: www.banyantree.org.uk Contact: Lorraine Andrews. Position: Managing Director Address: Suite 43, Burlington House, 369 Wellingborough Road, Northampton,

NN1 4EU Telephone: 07941 468398 / 01604 628020 Fax: 01604 511558Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Two Children’s Homes (Ofsted), One Younger adults (CQC) aged

sixteen plus. Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 3Total number of registered beds: 10 with Ofsted 4 with CQC Size range of homes: 4 and 5 bedded Age range on admission: aged 7 to 18 Specialist service: EBD, Attachment & Moderate learning difficulties & Mental Health NeedsName and qualifications: Lorraine Andrews Bsc(Hons) Social Science/DipSW, HND Business,

Peter Harper BA(Hons), Msc Clinical Psychology, AFBPsS, Laura Brant Bsc(Hons) Psychology, PGCert Child and Adolescent Mental Health.

Other education provision: Registered to deliver AQA Awards.Therapeutic provision: Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Consultant Art Therapist & full

time Assistant Psychologist. Other services: Independent living packages Art therapy Occupational TherapyGeographical location: East Midlands

The Banyan Tree has been offering an exceptional residential service to children and young people since 2001. We are a small and unique independent provider with a proven history of improving outcomes for children and young people with complex needs.

Our superb family style homes are very comfortable. We believe in creating a warm, nurturing and positive environment both physically and emotionally for the children and young people. This provides them with the safety to explore their pasts and

develop a healthier sense of self to progress. Our dedication to work with a small group of children/young people ensures we have a real opportunity to facilitate change. We offer a high staff ratio and can provide, within a group setting, one to one and bespoke care packages and support to move into independent living. The Banyan Tree uses a Person Centred approach to practice, which allows the individual child’s and young person’s needs and experiences to be truly prioritised. The Banyan Tree

adopts Transactional Analysis as our model, which guides the staff teams understanding about their own, and the children and young people’s, communication needs, attachments experiences and behaviours.

The Banyan Tree’s provision is centrally located in Northampton and easily accessible for many Counties.

The Banyan Tree

www.banyantree.org.uk


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Barford Children’s Services

Company Website: www.barfordchildrensservices.co.uk

Contact: Emma Carrington

Position: Operations Director

Address: B.C.A.T.S, Sapcote Road, Stoney Stanton, Leicestershire, LE94 DW

Telephone: 01455 271306

Fax: 01455 271954


Type of provision: Children’s Homes / Independent School

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 5 Children’s Homes, 1 school & Therapy centre / Residential Special

School

Total number of registered beds: 4 Children’s Homes, 1 School, 1 Residential Special School provision (39 week) & a Therapy centre

Size range of homes: 3-5 beds

Age range on admission: 8 -18

Specialist service: Integrated Care, Education & Therapy

Other education provision: registered schools at two of the children’s homes

Therapeutic provision: Therapy Centre

Registered School: Oakwood School



Barford Childrens Services is an integrated Residential service providing Care, Education and Therapy to Looked After Children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. We have five registered children’s homes and a total of 21 residential placements, an independent registered school, a residential 39 week provision and two homes have registered schools on-site and a therapy centre employing three therapists. Staffing levels provide 1:1 care and 2:1 when required.

All staff receive training,

as required by the National Minimum Standards, with additional training and support in therapeutic interventions.

Individual therapeutic work and staff consultation carried out by employed qualified therapists, includes art therapy. We can provide additional family therapy when required and group work.

The full education curriculum is offered with ASDAN and AQA and this supports young people who may have been disengaged from education and who have complex behavioural needs. We

have established links with a number of placing authorities and work closely with other agencies, including CAMHS, LSCB, YOS and Police to ensure consistency in the Individual care packages provided.

Referrals and admissions will be considered for emergency and long-term, in accordance with the needs of young people in placement and placement plans.

A nurturing environment with staff who care and want to achieve the best outcomes for young people.

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Company Website: www.beaufortcaregroup.co.uk

Contact: Amanda Goodenough

Position: Business & Service Development Manager

Address: Unit 2 Hollygrove Business Park, Verwood Road, Ringwood, Dorset BH24 2DB

Telephone: 01202 055980


Type of provision: Residential

Gender: Mixed and single sex placements



Size range of homes: 2 x 4 bedded units, 1 x 2 bed unit, 1 x 4 bed unit with an additional independent living unit – All for EBD


Specialist service: High EBD Behavioural


Geographical location: South West

Beaufort Care Group

The Beaufort Care Group provides a therapeutic environment for 8 to17 year old children in the South of England.

Following an Attachment Model of Therapeutic care.

Over the 13 years that we have operated, we constantly analyse our care, adjusting practice accordingly, to ensure that the best possible outcomes are reached by our Young People.

Specialising in young people with high Emotional and Behavioural needs, our Team

are hand picked for their ability to work within a nurturing, supportive environment.

Bespoke educational packages are designed, with the focus on providing a learning solution which maximises the outcomes for our young people, including an extensive activity program.

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A specialist residential care home and independent school for 9-18 year olds with learning disabilities and ASD, who challenge regular providers.

We offer education plus 52 week p.a. care, in direct response to a growing and established need in Peterborough, the South East and nationwide for this kind of specialist service. Children in our care will be offered a bespoke education package within The Beeches Independent School.

Fulfilling this need is an

opportunity to grow and adapt our successful and long-established care provision, in an environment where young people feel valued and thrive in every way.

We pride ourselves in providing the highest possible quality of support to our young people, whilst also supporting Placing Authorities, associated professionals and families.

While we endeavour to accommodate emergency and respite placements, our aim

is always to ensure optimum compatibility, taking account of group dynamics.

The Beeches Independent School accepts non-residential Day Pupils, in addition to providing education for children within our residential care provision.

Company Website: www.beechesuk.co.uk

Contact: Denise Grayston / Kathryn Black / Lyana Russell-Sinclair

Position: General Manager / Head of Education / Registered Manager

Address: 218 Dogsthorpe Rd, Peterborough, PE1 3PB

Telephone: 01733 344448

Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / lyana:@beechesuk.co.uk

Type of provision: Residential Home & Independent School specialising in the Care and Education of children with Learning Disabilities & Autism.

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 2 (& 1 school)



Age range on admission: 9 - 18 years

Specialist service: Learning Disability & Autism

Name and qualifications: Beeches Care Home: Denise Grayston, RNMH, NVQ4. Maples Care Home: Lyana Sinclair-Russell, BSc(Hons), NVQ4. Beeches Independent School: Kathryn Black,BA(Hons), PGCE,QTS

Registered school: Yes DfE No. 874/6004

Other services: Day Pupil Provision

Geographical location: Eastern, South East.

The Beeches UK Ltd

www.thebeechesuk.com

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Benecare Children’s Services ‘ ‘Providing care without compromise’

Benecare is a small independent children’s services provider and we pride ourselves in being able to accommodate bespoke care plans, with focus on the ability to offer family environments run by our dedicated team - supported by our equally committed foster carers, as appropriate.

Our new 2 bed home is specifically designed to offer intensive support care to 1 or a maximum of 2 residents. This provision is a detached countryside home in a relatively secluded location, offering opportunity for short-term

‘boundary setting’ casework for complex cases. This intensive support model has proven effective for working with children and young people who have sexually exploited others.

We are located in the South East / South London Borders.

Company Website: www.benecareltd.co.uk

Contact: Steve Richmond


Address: 113A St John’s Hill, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 3PE

Telephone: 01732 740088

Fax: 01732 740086


Type of provision: Residential and Fostering

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 5 children’s homes and an Independent Fostering Agency


Size range of homes: 2 x 4 bedded, 2 x 3 bedded, 1 x 2 bed home

Age range on admission: 8 - 18th Birthday Residential: 8 -18, Fostering 0 -18 (including Parent and Child)

Specialist service: EBD Mild End Learning Disability spectrum Children who sexually exploit others

Other education provision: Visiting tutor

Therapeutic provision: Retained list of practitioners brokered as required

Other services: Criminal Justice/court reports, bridging placements, 2:1 provision


Benecare Ltd

www.benecareltd.co.uk


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Branas Isaf has delivered exceptional therapeutic care and education (at our fully registered school and vocational centre) to young people with harmful sexualised and associated complex behaviours, for over 20 years. We also have an AALA Registered Outdoor Activity Centre.

Our extensive experience identifies us as a national leader in providing interventions and support to young people. Our therapeutic model of care, education and therapy ensures a consistent and outcome driven

approach, with the young person at the centre of everything we do. Dr Carl O’Neil leads the Clinical team and therapeutic approach; we utilise the ‘Good Lives’ Model at Branas Isaf.

Our highly skilled Therapists and Psychologists are also involved in the training of our staff teams. We have a strong and lasting commitment to our employees and provide on-going support and development. A number of our staff have been employed for over 5 years. Branas Isaf does not use agency staff in any of their children’s homes.

Branas Isaf provides a cost effective focus to maximise the value of placements for both the young people and Local Authorities. We always recommend long-term placements with our average placement length being 92 weeks.

Branas Isaf

Company Website: www.branas.co.uk

Contact: Kate Jones

Position: Head of Service

Address: Branas Isaf, Llys Edeyrnion, Business Centre, London Road, Corwen, Denbighshire, LL21 0DB

Telephone: 01490 440500

Fax: 01490 413786


Type of provision: Branas Isaf offers specialist therapeutic care, education and in-house therapy for adolescents who display harmful sexual behaviours & other associated complex needs.

Gender: Male only



Size range of homes: Individual ‘solo type’ cottages, small shared living and larger group living (for up to 6 young people), which also has a bedsit to support preparation for independent living.


Specialist service: Harmful Sexual Behaviours

Name and qualifications: In-house Clinical team of qualified therapists registered with BACP/ UKCP/ BPSS. Qualified Teachers. All care staff already hold or are working towards occupational qualifications required for roles.


www.branas.co.uk


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Brantwood is an Independent Specialist School for up to 50 children and young people aged 7-19. We are also a registered Children’s Home and offer 38 or 52 week provision. Placements within the school can be on a day or residential basis. Brantwood opened in September 2011 and is the newest member of the Ruskin Mill family and the first to offer full time education and care provision for young people aged between 7 and19 years of age.

For the past 25 years, Ruskin Mill Trust (RMT) has pioneered

innovative and experimental education for young people with complex learning difficulties. Brantwood received a “Good” from Ofsted within its first year and have maintained a good grade.

The model at Brantwood will build on and develop the highly successful approach of its sister colleges located across the United Kingdom, providing the potential for seamless provision within the Trust from 7 to 25 years of age, if this is deemed appropriate for the

individual young person. Access as appropriate to accredited qualifications (GCSE), National Open College Network (NOCN), Ed Excel accredited BTEC within the Foundation Learning Programme, integrated resources of Brantwood Specialist School and Freeman College for students 14-19. Vocational pathways, work experience and work placements facilitated.

Company Website: www.rmt.org/brantwood/

Contact: Debra Dawson


Address: 1 Kenwood Bank, Nether Edge, Sheffield, S7 1NU

Telephone: 01142 589 062


Type of provision: Independent Special School and Children’s Home

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 1 children’s home and 1 school


Size range of homes: 1 x 5 bedroom


Specialist service: Complex learning and behavioural needs including, Autistic Spectrum Disorders/Asperger Syndrome/Tourette’s Syndrome, ADHD, attachment difficulties, mental health problems and those deemed ‘hard to engage’ such as school refusers.

Other education provision: Accredited qualifications, vocational pathways, work experience and work placements facilitated.

Name and qualifications: Up to date list showing names, roles and qualifications is available on website [email protected]

Therapeutic provision: Eurythmy (Movement) Therapy, Art Therapy, Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapy, Rhythmical Massage Therapy, GP (Anthroposophic / Homeopathic).


Brantwood Specialist School

www.rmt.org/brantwood


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We are a registered charity which has been providing a diverse range of specialist residential and community-based services for vulnerable children, young people and families across East Anglia for over 40 years.

Providing children’s homes for Looked After Children is core to our work. We have six mainstream children’s homes in Norfolk and Cambridgeshire, plus a Therapeutic Fostering Service which offers single placements to traumatised young people.

Our homes have a social pedagogy ethos.

We have an extensive training and development programme that we offer our staff and other organisations. This includes

statutory and developmental courses. We run the Children and Young People’s Workforce Diploma (Level 3) and the Level 5 Health and Social Care Manager’s Diploma from a Social Pedagogical perspective - open to all staff in residential settings.

Our Moving on Team offers continuing support to young people leaving our care.

We have a home for children with profound learning and physical disabilities and three short break schemes for children with disabilities.

Break provide a range of assessment and support services to children at risk, via our Residential Family Centre in Lowestoft and a range of

community based services, including assessment work across East Anglia.

Families’ House provides services to support and assist separating parents and additional support and guidance to parents who are struggling with the parenting task; ensuring that the children’s needs remain paramount.

The Unthank Family Centre offers individual packages of therapeutic support and group work for children and families.

Break

Company Website: www.break-charity.org

Contact: Hilary Richards

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Address: Schofield House, Spar Road, Norwich, NR6 6BX

Telephone: 01603 670100

Email: [email protected] OR [email protected]

Type of provision: Children’s Homes, including children with disabilities, short-break homes and themed holiday breaks for children with disabilities.





Name & Qualifications: All managers and care staff are qualified

Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic Fostering Service, Unthank Family Centre

Other services: Moving on Team, Residential Family Assessment Centre, Community Based Assessments, Family Support Services, Separated Family Services, Young Carers Support Service, Workforce Development Team.

Geographical location: Eastern

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Website: www.cornerstonesuk.com

Contact: Paul O’Leary

Position: Director

Address: Oak House, Willow Tree Park, Booths Lane, Lymm, Cheshire, WA13 0GH

Telephone: 07917 898850


Type of provision: 52 / 38 Week Residential Placements and Education Day Placements.

Gender: Mixed

Total registered beds: 21

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 homes / 1 school, 2 x 6 beds, 1 x 5 beds, 1 x 4 beds

Age range on admission: 7 to Adult life

Specialist service: Learning Disabilities / ASD / Complex Needs

Ofsted Registrations: Learning Disabilities / EBD / Sensory Impairment

Name and qualifications: OFSTED Registered LD / EBD / Sensory Impairment

Registered school: Cornerstones DFE No 877/6001

Other education provision: DfE Registration from 7 - 25 years

Therapeutic provision: OT / SaLT / Physiotherapy

Other services: Assessment & Adult Transition Services


We are a specialist organisation supporting young people with Autism and Learning Difficulties, inclusive of complex communication, sensory and behavioural needs to access meaningful education and community living experiences.

We have an ‘Outstanding’ rated school and four residential settings in Cheshire, offering 52 and 38 week residential support and education day placements.

We are supported by a team of Speech & Language, Occupational and Physiotherapists who contribute to a holistic therapeutic approach to living and learning.

We work in partnership with families to achieve their children’s social, emotional and life skills potential, and with placing authorities to provide inclusive and sustainable commissioning arrangements.

Bright Futures Care Ltd

www.cornerstonesuk.com


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Integrated therapeutic service to young people with a wide variety of both acute and chronic needs, expressed through a range of troubling behaviours.

Bryn Melyn Care is a leading provider of therapeutic residential care, independent education, and integrated clinical treatment for multiple and complex needs.

Established in 1985, we deliver a portfolio of specialist placement solutions for young people 10–18+ from crisis and assessment placements through to long-term specialist placements and preparation for independence.

Often a young person will have different needs at different times, which is why we offer a range of resources: solo placements, shared homes, rural locations, as well as urban environments. We can work with young people in crisis and in need of stabilisation, through to longer-term therapeutic care. We also have experience and expertise in a range of specific behaviours and challenging needs, including learning disability, mental health and CSE. Many of the young people we work with have highly problematic attachment patterns and some will present a range of other needs, including

serious organic mental health problems, emerging personality disorders, inappropriate sexualised behaviour, self-harm, autistic spectrum disorder, attention deficit disorder, violence, and aggression to name a few. Often the young person will display a combination of needs – every young person is an individual, which is why we specifically tailor each placement. Our intensive and bespoke packages fit around the young person; to provide a service that the young person will engage in and, out of which, get the best. At the heart of the service’s work with young people is establishing a therapeutic relationship.

Bryn Melyn Care Ltd

Company Website: www.brynmelyncare.com

Contact: Garry Nelson

Position: Placements Manager

Address: Edward James House, Hadley Park East, Telford, TF1 6QJ

Telephone: 01952 504715

Fax: 01952 604690


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Childcare with education

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 25 homes, 1 registered school delivering education on 4 sites,

clinical services centre.


Size range of homes: 1-4 bed (including 10 solo placements, 9 dual placements, 5x3-bed and 1x4-bed placement)


Specialist service: Crisis and Assessment, Mental Health, Learning Disability, SEBD, ISB and CSE.

Registered school: Smallbrook School

Other education provision: Gateway VTEC (Vocational Training and Education Centre)

Therapeutic provision: Clinical Services including play therapist, Art Psychotherapist, and chartered forensic psychologist.


www.brynmelyncare.com


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Services for Children comprises four homes with close links to psychiatric and psychotherapeutic services. All homes are directly set up to enable the most vulnerable young people to achieve positive outcomes and to achieve within their own abilities. The aim is to provide stable, long-term placements, with the view to having young people achieve permanency within a family, wherever possible.

We employ a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, who can offer State of Mind Assessments and 1:1 Psychotherapy for young people in our care and also works closely with staff teams

to support and maintain their therapeutic working with young people.

Homes are committed to supporting young people to be healthy and to stay safe. We have achieved excellent outcomes for complex young people within the areas of missing from care and CSE specifically, as well as a range of other emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Since late 2014, we also now have a 16+ Supported Living Service, where young people reside individually in flats or 1 bedroom accommodation, with support hours provided to them by our team of Project Workers.

This service is registered with the CQC and allows our eldest young people to remain within a familiar service, whilst continuing to build on their independence skills.

Company Website: www.csfc.co.uk

Contact: Rachel Redgwell


Address: 1210 Parkview, Arlington Business Park, Theale, Reading, RG7 4TY

Telephone: 07584128056 / 01189 654167


Website: www.csfc.co.uk

Type of provision: Children’s Homes

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 homes, 3-4 beds each (13 registered beds)


Specialist services: Therapeutic Community (also now have a 16+ Supported Living Service for 16 years & above)

Therapeutic provision: Psychotherapy, Play Therapy & Psychiatric Services

Geographical location: South East, South West

Calcot Services for Children


www.csfc.co.uk

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The Caldecott Foundation is a Registered Charity with over 100 years’ experience of providing quality care and education to children aged five to 16+, who have suffered extremes of abuse and neglect. We provide a wrap-around service, supporting a young person’s journey through placement, with two Emergency and Assessment centres, 1 in Kent and 1 in Nottinghamshire, providing short-term intervention and assessment, 52 and 39 week residential care, eduction, day placements and fostering.

Our “Learning for Life” philosophy and core values of choice, opportunity, progress and equality, are supported by experienced and qualified staff teams and a team of therapists, psychologists, Speech and Language, to maximise each child’s life chances and deliver best possible outcomes.

We deliver national curriculum across key stages 2 to 4 in our well-resourced school, all young people having access to GCSE exams and alternative qualifications such as ASDAN, Adult Literacy and Numeracy.

Functional Skills are available in all subjects from Entry Level to Level 2. With our purpose-built vocational learning homes, we can deliver an alternative curriculum and qualifications post 16, such as worked-based learning courses, Health and Safety, First Aid and Manual Handling.

Company Website: www.thecaldecottfoundation.co.uk

Contact: Nick Barnett


Address: Caldecott House, Hythe Road, Smeeth, Ashford, Kent, TN25 6SP

Telephone: 01303 815641


Type of provision: Specialist Residential with on site Education

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 4,5,6,7,8 bed homes

Age range on admission: 5+ years

Specialist services: E.S.B.D

Name and qualifications: Head of Care/RI - qualified SW, Registered Managers Qualified to Level 5 Therapists & Psychologists fully qualified and registered with relevant professional bodies.

Registered school: Key stage 2 to 4

Other education provision: Vocational qualifications in purpose-built provision

Therapeutic provision: Clinical Psychology, Art psychotherapy, Integrative therapy, creative arts and play therapy, Counselling psychology.

Geographical location: West Midlands, East Midlands, South East.

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Company Website: www.cambiangroup.com

Contact: Referrals and enquiries team

Position: Referrals coordinator

Telephone: 0800 644 6170

Fax: 0161 367 5901


Type of provision: Specialist children’s services



Size range of homes: Solo, Dual, Complex; 1-6 bed homes

Age range on admission: 4+

Specialist service: Child abuse, neglect and trauma(CSA); Child sexual exploitation (CSE), Complex Needs; autism; Deaf, Mental Health, Therapeutic Fostering (By The Bridge)

Other education provision: Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome and SMEH residential / Day schools and colleges.

Therapeutic provision: Yes. Own MDT depending on assessment of needs.

Other services: Pathways of care aligned to Young Person

Geographical location: All regions

The Cambian Group

Cambian is one of the largest providers of specialist services for children in the UK.

Our services are available across the UK.

We have a reputation for providing outstanding levels of care, education and therapy, helping children and young people with a range of complex needs stabilise their lives. This then helps develop their potential and progress towards living with greater independence, through the careful consideration of every child’s needs; this may be semi-

independent living, returning to their home, or to a therapeutic fostering placement.

70% of children with Cambian have positive placement transitions.

Our specialist services include: Child abuse, neglect and trauma(CSA); Child sexual exploitation (CSE); Complex Needs (ESD); Autism; Deaf; Mental Health; Therapeutic Fostering (By The Bridge). We run the largest network of specialist day and residential schools which include schools for: Autism and complex needs, Asperger’s Syndrome and

SMEH and four specialist further education colleges.

Through our comprehensive and specialist range of services, we are able to provide children and young adults a complete care, education and health pathway leading to independence, supported living or return to their families.

Although our work embraces many specialist disciplines, it is united by a common purpose: To actively enable each and every one of the people in our care to achieve their personal best, however it is defined by them or for them.

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Carbrey Care is committed to providing high quality care to young people that is individually tailored to meeting their psychological needs. We understand that young people accepted into our services will have complex emotional presentations, often consequent to earlier aversive life experiences, such as neglect and trauma, and that they have probably not had safe or appropriate experiences of consistent care from adults.

At Carbrey Care, we understand re-learning that

human relationships are safe, predictable and fulfilling, poses a challenge and dilemma to many of the young people in our care.

It is recognised that some young people find it difficult to accept or trust help from others and may be very wary of one to one psychological therapy. While we have a strong wish to have our offers of this level of service accepted, (and it is available for all young people living in our service), we also understand that such interventions can feel worrisome, overwhelming and potentially intrusive, which can

be a repeat of experiences that they have had with other adults. With this in mind, when there are such issues in this area, we offer direct and indirect forms of support to young people, through their relationships with the support team and informed by the psychological formulation, working plan and psychological consultation.

Transition into IndependenceWe have a network of independent accommodation and support for young adults and can ensure continuity of care through the link worker.

Carbrey Care

Company Website: www.carbreygroup.co.uk

Contact: Steve Robertson and Louise Brannon

Position: Registered Manager (Steve) and Operations Manager (Louise Brannon)

Address: Head Office: Top Floor, Winget House, 7 Beaufort Buildings, Spa Road, Gloucester, GL11XD

Telephone: Steve 01452 542702, Louise 01452 522332


Type of provision: Therapeutic Children’s Homes

Gender: Female



Size range of homes: One home that accommodates up to three young women


Specialist services: Therapeutic care. Clinical Psychologist. 1:1 staff ratio. Leaving care transitions.

Other education provision: Strong links with schools and local education and community providers

Name & Qualifications: Steve Robertson has a BA in Youth & Community and an MSc in Social Work.


Other services Available upon request

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Care 4 Children offer placement solutions to the most at risk or risky young people that Local Authorities find the most difficult to place. We offer placements as a step-down from secure or as an alternative to secure accommodation.

We specialise in working with children who have suffered sexual trauma, through abuse and exploitation, and also children who display sexually harmful behaviours. We also work with children who are involved in the criminal justice system, including those involved

in gang and radicalisation.

Our homes range from 1-5 beds and offer a multi-disciplinary team approach with care, education and clinical teams, working together to meet the holistic needs of young people. Our homes are complimented by some outward bound provisions for children in real crisis who require a period of time in the wilderness.

We have a sector leading, unique education provision which offers a mix of vocational education packages, in addition to academic education, delivered

at our bespoke motorsport Academy in Preston and beachfront Academy location in Lytham.

We have a three-phase recovery programme and offer defined length of stay programmes for children with placements offered on both a planned and emergency basis. We also offer a guaranteed step down from residential to fostering programme for younger children, through one of our strategic partnerships with a couple of Independent Fostering Agencies.

Care 4 Children Residential Services Ltd

Company Website: www.care4children.co.uk

Contact: Luqman Shah

Position: Commissioning Manager

Address: Bridge House, 1 Stuart Road, Bredbury, Stockport, SK6 2SR

Telephone: 0161 483 1505 / 0345 521 5155





Size range of homes: 1 to 6 beds


Specialist services: Sexual Trauma/Sexual Exploitation and Harmful Sexual Behaviours/Offending behaviours/Under 12’s residential step down to fostering service/Gang and Radicalisation Service/Crisis Intervention Service

Registered school or other Yes, all placements are available with registered DfE or Estyneducation provision: educational provisions


Other services: Therapeutic Support

Geographical location: North West and Wales

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Care Afloat

Company Website: www.careafloat.co.uk

Contact: Mike Fletcher (CEO)

Position: Duty Manager

Address: 158 Birkrig, Skelmersdale, Lancs, WN8 9HP

Telephone: 01695 733050 Fax: 01695 737267


Type of provision: 1-3 bed homes. Placements on Yacht, Narrow Boats, Mobile Facility. Alternatives to Custody and Crisis Intervention and CSE.

Gender: Mixed





Registered school: Learn 4 Life: BESD School for secondary age. Group and 1:1 tuition.

Therapeutic provision: Both CCATS & Aspire – providing: Child psychotherapy, CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, Play and Art Therapy, Person Centered Counselling, EMDR, Life Minus Violence Enhanced (LMV-E) Programme. DBT, TA, IPT, Motivational Interviewing, Restorative Practice and Integrative Psychotherapies.

Other services: Individual and group holidays on wheelchair accessible narrow boat & chalet in South of France

Geographical location: All regions, not in Wales

Established 24 years, we offer packages of care in our small community-based homes, maximum occupancy of three young people, complemented by our unique range of placement options on our boats and mobile facility. Four homes have single occupancy. Minimum 1:1 staff ratio, with many young people on a 2:1 basis, enabling us to give them what they need most; appropriate attention, clear boundaries and consistency. Renowned for our child-centeredness, tenacity and imagination, we have never closed down a placement at short notice. Crisis intervention: for individuals/

placements at risk. Facilities on-board our Yacht ‘Prilika’ and ‘Charmaine’ (70’ narrow boat with facilities for disabled people) from short to long-term. Emergency bed care in three homes.

Uniquely, Care Afloat has ‘Waterworks’, our floating registered children’s home which can operate anywhere in the country, where there is a canal. Registered for one young person.

Available anywhere in England, our service ‘Mobile’ is activity-based and takes young people for short or long-term on imaginative and educational outdoor programmes. Ideal for breaking cycles of

destructive behaviour.

Young people on ‘Mobile’ can follow a pathway on to our other homes and services, including assessment and education. Mobile has had considerable success in providing long-term intervention for young people previously involved in gang culture and sexual exploitation.

Individual and group holidays on wheelchair accessible narrow boat & chalet in South of France.

WE DO NOT GIVE UP ON OUR YOUNG PEOPLE!

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Care Today was established in 1991 and is now the largest family run residential childcare organisation in the Country. The founders have extensive experience of working with children and young people since 1970, in a wide variety of settings, including youth work, juvenile justice and residential childcare.

While working within the regulatory framework, we offer individualised child-centred packages with an emphasis on a return to family, transition to foster care or preparing young people for independent living, where family situations are not possible.

The residential experience should

be as de-institutionalised as possible - the base for outreach work in the community.

Care Today offers an individualised approach to residential care with 117 beds across 29 homes, ranging from one to ten beds in size.

Our DfE Approved Residential Special School is based on two separate sites, with a vocational annexe and is a recognised ‘Community of Communities’ therapeutic community (providing CBT, Psychotherapy, Art Psychotherapy, Counselling, Play Therapy and more).

Other Provision Includes:

Supported Accommodation for 16+

Community Houses (Smaller Individualised focus).

Specialist Assessment Homes based rurally.

Positive Steps Intervention to support placements and provide added flexibility (including Outdoor pursuits)

Fostering Resource Centres offering continuous 24hr support/respite care to local foster carers.

City & Guilds Approved Training Centre with Direct Claims Status.

We are committed to providing the best possible care to empower young people and encourage them to reach their potential.

Care Today (Children’s Services)

Company Website: www.caretodayparallelparents.net

Contact: Mrs Vivien Snape / Mr Philip Roberts

Position: Responsible Individual / Development Manager

Address: 2nd Floor, Lansdowne House, 85 Buxton Road, Stockport, SK2 6LR

Telephone: 0800 023 4441

Fax: 0161 332 8307


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Homes, DfE approved Residential Special School





Specialist services: AALA Outward Bound Positive Intervention, Community of Communities Therapy Department, Fostering Resource Centres

Other education provision: Individualised direct tuition can be provided to all children in our care, where required.

Name & Qualifications: Mr Matt Wilson – Head of Education - B.A (Hons) English Lit Dip Ed, P.G.C.E, NPQH

Registered school or other education provision: The Roaches Independent School (860/6017)

Therapeutic provision: The Roaches Therapeutic Community (Community of Communities)

Geographical location: North West, Yorks & Humberside, West Midlands

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Care Focus Ltd was established in 2003 and operates 4 small therapeutic Children’s Homes in rural locations within easy reach of Ipswich or Colchester railway stations.

There are now 4 homes - Acorn Cottage, Gable End, The Lodge and Birchbrook House. Each Home accommodates a maximum of 4 young people.

These Therapeutic Homes specialise in Young-people aged 9-17 with severe Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties – often compounded by multiple

placement breakdowns. Placements include both planned and emergency.

The rural locations of the Homes are particularly suitable for young people ‘at risk’ through habitual absconding or CSE.

A wide range of individually tailored therapy is offered for all residents. On-site education is provided by qualified teachers from ASDAN through to GCSE, depending upon ability. Care Focus is a Registered Exam Centre for GCSE.

There is a high level of staffing, including night awake staff. Young people are cared for by an outcomes focused, psychologically minded staff team. Trained staff provide the learning opportunities and the reflection needed to support individual therapy and positive development.

Company Website: www.carefocus.co.uk

Contact: Nina Campbell

Position: Director

Address: Capital House, 18 Bury Street, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1HH

Telephone: 01-449-770690

Fax: 01-449-770983



Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 (rural locations)


Size range of homes: 4 bed


Specialist services: 2 Qualified Therapists, Night Awake Staff, BESD, CSE.

Name and qualifications: 1 Qualified Child Psychotherapist, 1 Qualified Art Therapist.

Registered school: All Homes, in-house Education, Registered GCSE Exam Centre

Therapeutic provision: All staff trained in Therapeutic Child Care


Care Focus Ltd

www.carefocus.co.uk

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The Old Bakery is a small residential home, whose aim is to provide care and accommodation for young people who are unable to live at home. The main aim is to promote a homely, stress-free environment in which the residents can feel safe and secure, whilst respecting each other and those working with them. Each resident will have their own individual care plan, which will seek to prepare the young person for the next phase of their life.

Setting out a clear purpose offers clarity, in terms of objectives to be reached by the young people referred. We like to set firm boundaries, clear expectations and established routines. This will mean that any unacceptable behaviour will be challenged and positively worked with, along with individual programmes designed to meet specific needs.

Contact: Angela Macdonald


Address: The Old Bakery, 136 Wantage Road, Reading, RG30 2SF

Telephone: 01189613587

Fax: 01189613587



Gender: Mixed





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Since 1997, Chances has been offering specialist therapeutic residential care for children and young people with complex individual needs and a range of diagnoses. We have an excellent reputation for supporting children and young people to achieve good outcomes.

Chances believes that the child is the primary focus and therefore sets out to treat each child as an individual and to promote and safeguard his/her welfare in every way. Some of our homes are established as a medium to long-term base for

a child growing up and others provide a short-term base where specific tasks are achieved.

Chances homes create a homely and therapeutic milieu and work in partnership with children psychologically distressed by abuse/trauma, multiple placement breakdowns and children and young people who display some form of emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Staff training: - Experienced, committed staff team, mandatory training, additional specialised therapeutic training. We do not use agency staff.

Therapeutic provision:- includes full-time and out of hours therapists providing Psychotherapy/ Counselling/ Theraplay/ TA/CBT/Family Therapy/Emotional regulation

Individualised tailor made educational provision for children and young people who fail to thrive in mainstream education. We aim to reintegrate pupils into school with a learning support worker supplied by Chances to aid a smooth transition. Supported transition to 16+ further education.

Contact: Lyn Wall

Position: Clinical Director

Address: Chances Po Box 5010. Gloucester (south) GL4 6YA

Telephone: 01452 554120

Fax: 01452 557636


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s homes

Gender: Mixed



Total registered beds: 4

Specialist service: Therapeutic Care for PTSD, ADHD/AH,OCD, ODD, Autism, MLD, Reactive Attachment Disorders, Tourettes, Psychosexual development and /or inappropriate sexualised behaviour.

Name and qualification: Lyn Wall DipSW/HE NAMCW, PGCD in TA, Dip Integrative Psychotherapy, Advanced Dip Relational Process & Integrative Psychotherapy

Other education provision: Tailor-made educational provision aiming to reintegrate pupils into mainstream school. Supported transition to 16+ education.


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Since being established in 2005, Channels & Choices has become a centre of excellence in therapeutic child care services.

The company is owned and run by experienced qualified Social Workers and all 6 of our homes have reached ‘Outstanding’ grades with Ofsted.

Our therapeutic community works from a psychodynamic model which is heavily influenced by systemic and attachment theory. Creating a secure base for each child, through the development of meaningful relationships, is central to our approach at Channels & Choices.

Local Authorities are now invited to take advantage of our unique ‘Stepping Stones’ (therapeutic residential to therapeutic foster) placements which have now become our specialty. We offer placements to children who consistently break down foster placements or display a risk taking behaviour that cannot be managed within a foster placement. We stabilise and assess the child within an intensive shorter term residential setting, before matching them and moving them to a therapeutic foster placement whilst keeping the continuity of their school, therapist and key staff members.

Over the past 3 years, we have been working alongside Professor David Shemmings and his team and we have now incorporated his ADAM (Assessment of Disorganised Attachment and Maltreatment) Project in to our therapeutic framework, which also encompasses current research on child attachment. This forms part of our core training for staff and foster carers.

We can also provide specialist education (primary & secondary) via our DfE registered school (SEBD) which has capacity for up to 45 children.

Channels & ChoicesTherapeutic Community

Company Website: www.channelsandchoices.co.ukContact: Ross BarnettPosition: DirectorAddress: 10 Clanwilliam Road, Deal, Kent, CT14 7BXTelephone: 01304 361888Fax: 01304 370111Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Type of provision: Therapeutic Community comprising of 6 therapeutic children’s homes,

a therapeutic fostering service and a specialist DfE registered SEBD school offering primary and secondary education.

Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes 6 therapeutic children’s homes, 1 therapeutic fostering service, 1and other services: specialist school offering primary & secondary education for up to 45

pupils. Total number of registered beds: 20Size range of homes: 4x3 bed houses, 2x4 bed housesAge range on admission: 5-13Specialist services: We specialise in our unique ‘Stepping Stones’ therapeutic residential

to therapeutic fostering placements. All placements are supported by our in-house therapy team and can also include school.

Other education provision: Partnership with Local FE colleges and mainstream schools, bespoke training services.

Therapeutic provision: We are a therapeutic community working from a therapeutic framework. Our in-house therapy team consists of a Psychologist, Psychiatrist, 2 Psychotherapists and 6 systemic counsellors.


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Cherish Children’s Care Ltd operates residential and semi- independence homes across the North of England. Our homes are within semi rural locations, individual in style and are designed to suit the needs of the young people in residence. We believe that by accommodating the children and young people we support and nurture in a small, family sized group, greatly assists in the delivery of our therapy led parenting model.Cherish specialise in providing support to children and young people who may have a range of complex needs, emotional and behavioural issues or who are engaged with the Youth Offending Service. We have proven and sustained success in providing long-term placements for children

and young people who previously have not been able to maintain foster or residential placements, preventing the need for referrals to secure units. Our residents may have additional barriers to living and learning, such as social and communicative needs and may be vulnerable due to a risk of self-injurious or challenging behaviours. We aim to ensure that our young people feel safe and valued whilst living in their home. Each home provides psychotherapeutic support to all of the residents as well as supporting the staff team; employing two qualified psychotherapists and one level four counsellor experienced in trauma and loss. We deliver support from a strong theoretical basis, our parenting model is based on established research, designed

to parent and support those young people with the most disordered attachment behaviours.The staff team encourage positive behaviours that help to produce positive outcomes in all aspects of the children’s and young people’s lives on a sustainable, on-going basis. The staff team are committed to providing an environment which facilitates the residents growth, maturation, self-respect and responsibility and the development of age appropriate skills and behaviour. This is within the context of the need to provide young people with positive adult role models, guidance and boundaries, achieved within a manner which respects their rights, individuality and dignity.

Cherish Childrens Care Ltd

Company Website: www.cherishuk.co.uk

Contact: Alex Wood

Position: Placements Manager

Address: Unit 8 B, Skyways Commercial Campus, Amy Johnson Way, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 3RS

Telephone: 01253 766888 / 342773


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Homes and Semi Independent Homes

Gender: Mixed




Specialist services: Complex behaviour management (requiring 1:1 support), CSE and mental health.

Therapeutic provision: Psychotherapeutic Support- Parenting Model based on established research.


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Cherry Cottage, established in 2006, provides two safe, therapeutic and nurturing residential homes well known for creating a warm, relaxed & calm environment within small village settings. We adopt a “good-parenting” approach, alongside individual activity programmes, clear boundaries, praise and reward.

We work with young children who have a range of emotional complex needs and may have suffered emotional abuse, physical aggression and /or neglect. Young children who have

been referred, will have typically experienced previous placement breakdowns and feel rejection.

Cherry Cottage has a range of therapeutic provision tailored to each child individually and may include:

Mental Health Assessment

Psychotherapy Sessions

Holistic Life Story Work

Stress & Anger Management

Resilience Building - Group Counselling

Holistic Therapy Treatments

Educational psychologist and Clincial Psychologist support.

We focus on successful behaviour management by professionally supported staff, trained to understand the psychological reasons for a young child’s behaviour.

Our team is highly qualified through a commitment to training and development. We have achieved Investors in People Award and ISO 9001. We specialise in Team Teach and Restorative Justice techniques.

Company Website: www.cherrycottage.org

Contact: Katie Jones


Address: Lancashire & Wigan

Telephone: 01257 255956


Type of provision: Therapeutic Children’s Home

Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: 6 to 14 years on admission

Specialist service: Residential Therapeutic Care

Name and qualifications: NVQ 3 qualified workers & NVQ 4 / RMA / SW qualified Registered Managers

Other education provision: Strong successful links with local schools and colleges

Therapeutic provision: Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist & Play Therapists on site

Other services: Holistic Life Story work, Mental Health Assessments, Psychotherapy Sessions & Play Therapy


Cherry Cottage

www.cherrycottage.org


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Children’s Respite Care Ltd is a pioneering service, which provides specialist care to children and young adults with a wide variety of complex health care needs, either in a home from home environment in one of our purpose adapted bungalows or in their own home or community setting.

We are able to provide long or short-term step down care and short break respite care, as well as rehabilitation, following illness or injury. We can accommodate those who are technology and/or wheelchair dependent. Each

child and young person has their care individually planned with the focus on them, both achieving and having fun whilst in our care.

Our care is delivered by a team of trained carers supported by Registered Children’s Nurses and we work closely with each child’s community or hospital support teams to ensure a seamless service is achieved.

Children’s Respite Care is owned and directed by Amanda Owen and Sarah Crow, who are experienced Children’s Nurses with over fifty years’ experience

between them! We are dually registered by Ofsted and The Care Quality Commission. We have been rated as Outstanding in all judgement categories by Ofsted since 2011.

Children’s Respite Care Ltd

Company Website: www.childrensrespitecare.co.uk

Contact: Amanda Owen / Sarah Crow / Carole Nevard (Manager)

Position: Directors

Address: Seaside Cottage, 46 Coppins Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 3JG

Telephone: 01255 223146

Email: [email protected] / [email protected] (Manager)

Type of provision: Children’s Residential and Respite Care for Children with complex health care needs and disabilities

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 1 children’s home plus young adult care home


Size range of homes: 4 beds


Specialist services: Complex health care needs

Name & Qualifications: Amanda Owen RGN RSCN, Sarah Crow RGN, RSCN Community Specialist Practice BSc

Other services: Domiciliary Care


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Childhood First

Childhood First is a charity, that for a century, has provided services to children suffering emotional and behavioural disturbance, often arising from early life trauma. We offer:-

• Residential care, treatment and education, based on our unique Integrated Systemic Therapy (iST).

• Integrated Therapeutic Fostering (iTF), which deploys the same approach in a family context.

• Therapeutic support to networks of adult carers.

• iST training for our staff, accredited by the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), so that all our child care staff are qualified

as, or working towards Child Psychotherapeutic Counsellor status.

Each home deploys a multi-disciplinary clinical team, tailoring our work around each child’s needs, based on regular clinical assessment of need, using our multi-dimensional Assessment, Planning, Treatment and Transition (APTT) model. All offers are supported by the specialist research and development of our Institute of Integrated Systemic Therapy.

iST transforms young lives, delivering outstanding outcomes for traumatised children and young people across the age range 5-19 years. Our schools offer the full

national curriculum, and we provide class-leading preparation for leaving care. 87% of our school leavers go on successfully to employment, further education or university. We accept children with a range of mental health diagnoses and conditions. Children typically come to us suffering the effects of early life trauma, sexual abuse and other forms of abuse and neglect; with attachment, behavioural, conduct or eating disorders; self-harming or experiencing suicidal ideation.

Our residential services are in Kent, Northamptonshire and Norfolk. We work with care, health and education authorities across the UK.

Company Website: www.childhoodfirst.org.uk

Contact: Roger Stephenson

Position: Business Development Director

Address: 210 Borough High Street, London, SE11 2JX

Telephone: 020 7928 7388 / 07956 910528


Type of provision: Residential Therapeutic Care, Education and Treatment; Therapeutic Fostering; Community-based Placement and Family Support; Independent Living Programmes.

Gender: Mixed


Number of registered beds: 45

Size range of homes: 4 -18

Age range on admission: 5-11; 10-17; 12-17 varying between services

Specialist service: Therapeutic childcare: residential and fostering - iST and iTF

Registered school: Residential schools - Northamptonshire and Kent. Norfolk school provision available through partnership provision.

Other education provision: Norfolk and Kent school provision also available through partnership provision.

Therapeutic provision: Group and Individual Therapy; Residential iST; Family-based iTF

Geographical location: East Midlands, Eastern, South East, London

www.childhoodfirst.org.uk

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Children of The Mangrove is an organisation founded to effect positive change in our communities and our world. We recognise that we, ourselves, must create change and we embrace this responsibility with integrity, compassion and courage. We are all connected; and together we are powerful.

Children of the Mangrove

Company Website: www.childrenofthemangrove.co.uk

Contact: Jonathan Charles-Brady

Position: Director

Address:

Telephone: 07843 248788



Gender: Mixed




Specialist services: Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties

Geographical location: London

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The home is situated in a semi-rural area of Bacup, Lancashire, known as the Rosendale Valley; it is surrounded by open fields, hills and moors.

There is healthcare provision, leisure facilities such as swimming and gym in the village, youth clubs, three parks and many country walks. Rochdale is 5 miles away with numerous amenities, and transport links such as rail and motorway networks.

Choices is a large farmhouse with safe play equipment set in

5 acres of land. We have a living area with all usual amenities, 5 bedrooms and two bathrooms to give staff and each young person their own safe and comfortable and private space. All rooms/communal areas are maintained to a high standard and the young people are encouraged to personalise their own bedrooms. Each bedroom is fitted with TV and electric points so that they can enjoy using their own equipment and workspace facilities. To the front, there is a small garden. There is a fenced off play area for the young

people at the rear of the home, including swings, trampoline and garden toys for younger children.

Choices 4 Children creates a safe, happy and caring environment, where we create opportunities for young people to achieve their personal best in as many aspects of their lives as possible. Our home provides care, guidance, support and leisure with high levels of qualified and caring staff.

Choices 4 Children Ltd

Company Website: www.choices4children.co.uk

Contact: Ian P. Banks

Position: Manager

Address: Old Troughgate Farm, Tong Lane, Britannia, Bacup, Lancashire, OL13 9XE

Telephone: 01706 874962


Type of provision: Children’s Care Home

Gender: Mixed




Age range on admission: 4 years

Specialist services: Learning Difficulties

Other education provision: Choices are able to access tutors for home tutoring

Therapeutic provision: Choices have access to an outside private therapist


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Clover Childcare Services Ltd

Company Website: www.cloverchildcareservices.co.uk

Contact: Dan Knight

Position: Director & Responsible Individual

Address: The Old Rectory, Old Rectory Road, Brumstead, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 9EU

Telephone: 01692 580050


Type of provision: Therapeutic Children’s Homes with education



Size range of homes: 2 x 5 placements, 1 x single placement


Registered school or other education provision: All Saints School, Lessingham



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Our residential children’s homes provide the highest quality care and substitute parenting for children who experience emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Our Residential Children’s Homes do not subscribe to a single theoretical or therapeutic model. The philosophy is to meet individual children’s developmental needs through the deliberate promotion of ordinary experiences – family values, respect, caring, education, social and leisure pursuits and good health.

Compass Children’s Homes also operates specialist therapeutic intervention for children and young people who have displayed problematic sexualised behaviours (PSB).

Frequently, children and young people with PSB will have a history of negative experiences, poor attachments and of complex trauma. They may also struggle with education, health and social skills, or have difficulties coping with rules and boundaries. Additional behaviours may include impulsivity, weak emotional

regulation, verbal and physical aggression and poor relationship skills.

Our therapeutic ‘Stepping Forward’ programme is delivered in partnership with Mentor Forensic Services (MFS). MFS was established by forensic psychologist, Dr Joe Sullivan and consists of a multi-disciplinary team of highly experienced specialists. MFS’s approach includes working extensively with carers, residential teams, families and multi-agency professionals.

Company Website: www.compasschildrenshomes.com

Contact: Placements Team

Position: Placements North Compass Fostering

Address: Mountfields House, Off Squirrel Way, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3G

Telephone: 0845 5610260



Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 12 (4x3 bed, 3x4 bed, 4x5 bed, 1x6 bed

Total number of beds: 50


Size range of homes: 1 x 3 bed, 3 x 4 bed, 4 x 5 bed, 1 x 6 bed

Specialist services: EBD, LD, CSE and PSB

Registered school: Compass Community School

Therapeutic provision: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Integrated Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, Animal-assisted therapy

Other services: Specialist fostering

Geographical location: North West, West Midlands, South East

Compass Children’s Homes

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Cornerways Children’s Services

Cornerways has 2 therapeutic children’s homes in Surrey and West Sussex, providing Integrated packages of Therapeutic Care and Education (as well as stand-alone services) for traumatised, emotionally troubled and vulnerable children and young people. Individually tailored placement plans are developed and regularly reviewed, with clinical input from our psychologist. Our experienced staff teams provide a high level of support and nurture using a relationship-

based approach in warm homely environments. Our aim is to help young people to understand how past experiences have impacted on their lives so they can learn new ways of thinking and behaving and move on to enjoy happier and more positive futures. Other services include linked to fostering service and outreach to support transition.

Company Website: www.cornerways.org

Contact: Sara Milner

Position: Service Manager / Responsible Individual

Address: Alpha A, Smallmead House, Smallmead, Horley, Surrey, RH6 9LW

Telephone: 01293 826840

Fax: 01293 826841


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Care

Gender: Female only



Size range of homes: 5 or 6


Specialist service: Traumatised children & young people with SEBD, inc attachment difficulties, EBPD, PTS, EBD

Name and qualifications: Service Manager, DipSW, RMA, MDP Cert. Head Teacher, BA Hons Social Science, PGCE,NPQH, HFF

Registered school: Cornfield School Indep DfE’s Reg and Approved Special School

Therapeutic provision: Consultant clinical psychologist-team, assessments & individual therapy.

Other Education provision: School only day placements, links to college & work exp providers


cornerways.org


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Courtyard Care Ltd provides individualised residential care and support for children and young people with complex needs; ranging from medical needs (Ventilator dependency; gastrostomy feeding; physical disability); Chronic Epilepsy; Behaviours that may challenge; Emerging Mental Health conditions (Personality disorder, attachment disorders, controlled drug management/administration). Full CAHMS service and management of Community Treatment Orders.

Courtyard Care Ltd offers pathway planning as a minimum service, which identifies post placement/transitioning pathways, which, in turn, informs all work undertaken during placement.

Merseyside and Partners Residential Framework 2014/17 - Tier 1 Provider.

Ofsted - all homes rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’.

Company Website: www.courtyardcare.co.uk

Contact: Colin Gallimore


Address: Optima House, 100 Manchester Road, Denton, Manchester, M34 3PR

Telephone: 0161 441 4630

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Type of provision: Residential and Short Breaks (complex health needs), Community Support Solutions

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 3 homes (2 x res CAHMs, 1 x complex health needs)


Size range of homes: 2 x 5 beds (res CAMHs) 1 x 6 (Complex Health Needs)


Specialist service: Complex health needs (incl ventilator dependency), Mental Health needs with full CAHMS service

Name and qualifications: RGN’s (Paediatric) , RMN’s, LDis Nurse, Psychologists, Psychiatrist

Other education provision: Range of local provision (private and state)

Therapeutic provision: Full Residential CAHMS service as above


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Cove Care Residential is a unique therapeutic service which merges the specialism of Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Social Care. Our speciality caters for children and young people who present, with a combination of mental health, emotional and complex care needs and associated challenging behaviour.

Lee Smith- Diploma of Higher Education; Post-Graduate Certificate in Education and Post-Graduate Diploma (Child Forensic Studies). Continuous Professional Development

activities, including teaching and assessing in clinical practice, counselling in healthcare, specialist clinical risk assessment training and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Lee is a registered tutor in management of aggression interventions, including physical interventions and teaching non- physical skills when dealing with challenging behaviour.

Bev Cyrus - RMN (Part 3), Post-Graduate Certificate (Psychotherapeutic Interventions); Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy; Post-

Graduate Certificate in Health Service Management; MSc (Psychotherapy); Reading for an Executive MBA in Health Service Management.

Moira Kennedy - NVQ Level 4 Leadership & Management Qualified senior management specialising in children’s mental health with in-house psychotherapy.

Company Website: www.cove-care.co.uk

Contact: Bev Cyrus

Position: Director

Address: Cove Care Residential, 16 Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV1 4BL

Telephone: 01902 854259

Fax: 01902 854268


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential & Fostering Placements

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 2 bed, 4 bed and 5 bed homes

Age Range on Admission: 1 - 18 years

Specialist service: Specialist Provider for Young People with Mental Health Difficulties & Therapeutic Care for Traumatised Children.

Name and qualifications: Senior Clinical and managerial staff are highly qualified in a wide range of disciplines and therapeutic interventions-details below

All support worker staff have or are working towards NVQ Level 3. No use of agency staff.

Other education provision: NT&AS visiting teacher


Cove Residential Services

www.cove-care.co.uk

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Company Website: www.crystalcaresolutions.co.uk

Contact: James O’Leary


Address: Nelson House, Boathorse Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST7 4JA

Telephone: 01782 777511

Fax: 01782 773333


Type of provision: Residential Child Care Provider and Supported Living

Gender: All Male, All Female & Mixed Provisions

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 12 Children’s Homes, 5 solo Adult Placements



Age range on admission: 8-18 years and 17-25 years

Specialist service: Specialist EBD Residential. Specialist Integrated Therapeutic Residential Services with both SHB and CSE provisions. Specialist Therapeutic CQC regulated 17-25 years service.

Registered school: In progress

Other education provision: Partnership arrangement with a Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and Assessment and Qualifications Alliance (AQA) registered body.

Geographical location: North West, West Midlands, Wales

Crystal Care Solutions Ltd

Crystal Care Solutions are providers of high quality residential and community-based care for children and young people across the Midlands, North West and North Wales.

We deliver highly individualised care packages to young people from a range of backgrounds and from across the British Isles, within our specialist small group and solo children’s homes.

With our specialist integrated therapeutic services and high staffing ratios, we provide exceptional care and can offer

a range of specialist placement options, which can be tailored to meet the needs of each individual placed with us.

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Set up in 1999, in response to the failure of larger homes, to normalise the experience of being in care and eschew the benefit and court culture that occupies the care system.

We ensure consistency and success and our last three young adults left with qualifications and employment. We are pleased that they are staying in contact and, as a result, are receiving informal support.

Our home is a small, homely, terraced style building set on the South Coast with easy

access to London and good local amenities.

Generally we have a 1:1 staffing ratio of dedicated, locally recruited staff with long-term service, all trained at least to NVQ level 3 with regular ancillary training.

We use detailed, generic and holistic care plans which are further developed, as and when situations arise and subside. We have continual re-evaluation of problems; identification of new ones; in-house assessments resulting in appropriate action

being taken.

Our commended, detailed reporting structure is available to social workers and agreed parties, including parents. In-depth reports are available for court appearances, educational purposes and moving placements. All young people placed in care, leave our unit with comprehensive, up to date files. All reporting is compliant and ensures the safety of our young people in care.

Crusoe Care Ltd

Company Website: www.crusoecare.co.uk

Contact: Steve Brown


Address: 5 Kingsmead Close, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 2EY

Telephone: 07946 276222


Type of provision: Registered residential Children’s Homes

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: Max 2 beds per setting


Specialist services: EBD youngsters, crisis intervention, sexual offenders/victims, 16+ independence scheme, functional autism, CSE, Aspergers, Fragile X


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Company website: www.inspirechildrensservices.org.uk

Contact: Mark O’Donnell

Position: Service Director

Address: 1st Floor, Room 8, Cauldon Locks, Shelton New Road, Stoke-on-Trent

Telephone: 01782 208 590 07827 302311



Gender: Mixed




Size range of homes: 1x10 bed , 3x6 bed , 1x4 bed ,1x3 bed, 1x2 bed

Specialist services: Learning Disability, ASD, Physical Disability, ASD

Registered school: DFE Registered schools

Therapeutic provision: Access to Therapeutic support

Other services: Leaving care Supported Living

Geographical location: North West, Yorks & Humberside, West Midlands

CTC – Inspire

Our homes are specialist and established, offering Young People with Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, Autism or Complex Health Needs, a variety of care options from Short Breaks, Long, Medium and Short-Term Residential Care.

Homes are carefully located within thriving communities, offering good transport links, accessible recreational and social activities, as well as a variety of specialist education provisions.

We carefully develop and adapt homes to meet varying needs of Young People with purpose

built homes in the group. We offer a comfortable, welcoming environment, where every child can achieve and progress. Our approach to planning and caring is as unique as the young people we work with.

Inspire adopt a multi-agency approach to care planning, working with Health, Social Care and Education to achieve the best Outcomes.

We offer one-to-one care for Young People enabling them to grow in confidence and develop a positive sense of self-esteem. Young People make choices and

will use assistive technology to assist with communication and decision-making. We measure Outcomes specific to an individual and evidence using our person-centred Outcome measuring tool.

We have established a reputation in providing high quality, specialist residential services for children and young people with:-

• Profound multiple learning disabilities

• Complex health care needs

• Moderate learning disabilities

• Challenging behaviours

www.inspirechildrensservices.org.uk

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The Warren is a specialist, medium to long-term registered residential young people’s home and was first established in 1975.

We care for vulnerable young people with emotional, behavioural and psychological issues aged up to seventeen years of age, upon admission.

Young people placed at the Warren would usually be considered to be at risk of victimisation and in need of higher levels of protection, because of their social interactions with other young people an the wider society.

The service adopts a holistic, needs-led and person-centred approach to the care and support of young people by offering a range of interventions aimed at empowering them. This includes fostering skills, strategies, and strengths that enable the young people to function more effectively in society and reach their full potential.

The service offers access to psychological/social assessment, therapy and support for young people with a range of psychological, emotional and behavioural issues. As an organisation, we are focused on how our services and provision

impacts upon young people and we review our actions against defined outcomes for each individual.

The Warren is owned by Mr Dale Dawson, who is the Managing Director of The Cuckfield Care Consultancy. Dale qualified as a Social Worker in 1988 and has over thirty years’ experience in the care and support of young people, who have encountered difficulties in their lives and who require the support of the local authorities and services for their care.

Cuckfield Care

Company Website: www.thewarrenchildrenshome.co.uk

Contact: Claire Bryant

Position: Manager

Address: 67 Warren Drive, Ifield, West Sussex, RH11 0DT

Telephone: 01293 525374



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: Up to 6


Specialist services: Yes

Therapeutic provision: Yes via a psychologist


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3 Dimensions is a small company started in 2004, by a group of people with wide variety of skills and diverse experience of working with young people. We have 2 Residential Children’s Homes and a very special Independent School for young 16 pupils aged 11 to 25 years old.

Our School and Homes are registered for both boys and girls, with Communication, Challenging Behaviour and Learning difficulties, including ASD, Aspergers, SEMH and LD. However, we accept children we can help, not on diagnosis. We provide tailored programmes that encourage young people to

enjoy learning, to feel safe and grow with the chance to remain children and enjoy their childhood whilst preparing for adulthood.

We focus on rewarding positive behaviours with praise, attention and activities, whilst removing the need to gain attention through negative behaviour, using a well defined Positive Behaviour Management programme. This is supported by professionals and an eclectic approach, including a variety of theories ABC, ABA – VB & Good and Role Modelling. Through building self-esteem and confidence, teaching good communication skills and helping each young person to manage

their own behaviours, we enable young people to learn respect for themselves and others.

Each home is built around the needs of the residents in them, with family style environments that are not institutionalised and provide quality care and good outcomes. Each young person, acquires the life and social skills to move towards a more independent and positive future, in which they can function successfully within society.

3 Dimensions Care Ltd

Company Website: www.3dimensions.org.uk

Contact: Nita Ellul

Position: Director

Address: Chardleigh House, Wadeford, Chard, Somerset, TA20 3AJ

Telephone: 01460 68055

Fax: 01460 261060


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Homes and SEN School

Total number of childrens’ homes 2: Chardleigh rated “Good” by Ofsted on 28.04.2015 & Woodviewand other services: rated “Good” by Ofsted on 06.10.2015


Size range of homes: 4 & 5 Bed

Age range on admission: Up to 18

Specialist services: Challenging behaviour, ASD,LD, ADHD, Developmental Delay & SEN

Other education provision: Independent Special School DfE 933/6207URN:134909. NAS Accredited 16 pupils. Rated “Good” Ofsted on 20/30.04.2015

Names & Qualifications: Our RMs are Level 4 or 5 trained, details on request.

Therapeutic provision: Yes. Behaviour Analyst/Autism Specialist, Clinical Psychology, SALT, OT.


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DMR Services aims to create a safe secure environment for each young person accommodated within our looked after provision. We accommodate young people with complex needs, arising from past experiences, who now display behavioural and emotional difficulties. It is our aim that each accommodated young person will have access to, and benefit from, our in-house Multi-Disciplinary Team.In addition to offering a residential children’s home service, our Solihull Lodge facility allows us to provide a dedicated Bail & Remand service for young people. We work in collaboration with Youth Offending Teams, Probation Services, Police,

Education Providers and the Local Authorities, as an alternative to custody.DMR Services provide a wide range of therapeutic interventions, enabling us to help individuals reach their full potential in life. We have comprehensive and innovative in-house programmes to address individual needs, including Psychology, Education, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse.Our contact services are supplemented by a range of professional services from our Multi-Disciplinary Team. We have highly qualified workers, who are able to undertake parenting assessments and support. We

also have a team of experienced family support workers, who are able to undertake “PAMs” parenting assessments which interface with the Assessing Children in Need Framework and the Common Assessment Framework.DMR Services are expert providers of a range of services to help families in the community. Supporting separated parents to maintain or establish contact with their children. Crisis intervention, Parenting skills workshops, Supported contact services and Form ‘F’ assessments.

Company Website: www.dmrservices.co.uk

Contact: Jo Mountford

Position: Director of Services

Address: 102 Queslett Road East, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2EZ

Telephone: 0121 352 1844

Fax: 0121 352 3275


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Homes, Family Contact and Community Services

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 4 - 6 beds


Therapeutic provision: Counselling and Occupational Health Services


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Dove Adolescent Services a Gold Standard organisation providing award-winning services. We provide flexible, individual care packages. Our services are run through a close-knit network of small, multi-occupancy Registered Care Homes and separate single-occupancy Specialist Resource Homes. This enables us to suit different ages, backgrounds and individual needs.

Dove’s methods are relationship-based, which is formed through the social pedagogy ideology. The ethos within every home is based upon inclusive group

living and shared experiences. The underpinning ethos is one of positive re-enforcement, achieved through working in partnership with the young people in order to identify realistic goals. Staff endeavour to maintain a nurturing environment by presenting, as genuine adult role models, allowing young people to develop positive attachments with the adults who are caring for them.

Our people are, without reservation, our greatest strength, with a culture of learning, training and development, underpinning the understanding of what

contributes to good, child-centred care. Five out of our 10 homes are overall outstanding and the other 5 are good with outstanding elements.

We’re immensely proud to have been awarded Investors In People Gold Status. Fewer than 1% of UK organisations have reached this prestigious standard. We are the very first to do so in our sector.

“…an exemplary organisation with an embedded culture of excellence in their management and people development practice.”

Company Website: www.dovecare.co.uk Contact: Dianne Lodge or Barbara WhittakerPosition: DirectorAddress: 170 Southgate, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1QJTelephone: 01977 690344 Fax: 01977 690345Email: [email protected] / [email protected] of provision: Multi, dual and single-occupancyGender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 10 homes, 1 schoolTotal number of registered beds: 26Size range of homes: 2 x 4 bedded multi-occupancy homes, 2 x single occupancy homes

and 5 x 2 to 2, 2 bedded homes, 1x5multi-occupancy home, 1x16+ independence

Age range on admission: 8 - 17Specialist service: Dove Adolescent services provides flexible individual care packages to

vulnerable young people with complex history and multiple needsName and qualifications: Each home has a named reg-manager who is qualified to ILM 4/5 NVQ

Level 4/5 management 70% staff qualified NVQ 3.Registered school: Yes - 1 school reg number DCSF370/6005Other education provision: ASDAN CoPe, Elite, Motormouth parnership working Barnsley College

and LA Virtual Head Teachers. Qualified Teacher with PGCE early years.Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic services are offered through NSCAPGeographical location: Yorks & Humberside

Dove Adolescent Services Ltd

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Duty of Care provide residential care for young people with emotional, behavioural difficulties. With our houses only providing care for 3 young people, we are able to provide quality care tailored to each individual’s needs.

Our houses are situated in rural locations which enable staff to manage our young people, using a range of outdoor activities in a safe environment.

Mission Statement

Duty of Care Limited offers guidance, support, excellent care and a nurturing environment as “Every Child Matters”.

We will support young people in being healthy; staying safe; enjoying and achieving; making a positive contribution; and achieving economic well-being.

Duty of care will support every young person to fulfil his or her potential and aspiration in life, through education, good health, social communication and welfare.

Duty of Care has high expectations of young people, as well as staff. We provide a safe, stimulating environment in a beautiful home, where young people and staff can develop and achieve their goals as individuals.

Duty of Care Limited

Contact: David Heartfield / Rachael Jay

Position: Responsible Individual / Operations Manager – Registered Manager

Address: 13, Front Street, Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3LZ / Rose Cottage, Marwood, Barnard Castle, DL12 8QW

Telephone: 01833 660557 / 01833 630883


Type of provision: Residential Care



Size range of homes: 3 bedroom

Age range on admission: 8-17years

Specialist services: EBD

Geographical location: North East, North West

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Evolution Children’s Services are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for all of the young people it provides service for. We provide bespoke individualised care within a safe and structured environment that actively nurtures and cares for young people, affording them the same rights and opportunities as enjoyed by those not living ‘in care’. This enables them to reach their fullest potential in preparation for adulthood.

Our aim is simple, to ensure that our young people gain an understanding of the reason for being with us and equip them with the necessary skills

to develop self-esteem and emotional resilience. Thus gain control of their lives through a consistent range of structured, flexible approaches.

Our staff team is experienced, trained and committed to the work they undertake with our young people and the aims of our organisation. Staff work in partnership with professionals and each young person to develop a detailed placement plan which establishes targets, outcomes and destination plans which are specific, time aware, measurable and achievable. To support this work, we have established a team of multi-

disciplinary professionals to deliver a range of therapeutic services to meet their individual need.

We engage all young people in our certified Life Skills Programme which provides a comprehensive underpinning for essential skills, to enable young people to move into independent adulthood or to provide a foundation for referrals to our ‘Next Step’ Accommodation Project.

Company Website: www.ecsnortheast.co.uk

Contact: Helen Barrow

Position: Director

Address: 1st Floor, 1 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, NE2 2AA

Telephone: 0191 281 3162

Fax: 0191 281 5600



Gender: Mixed




Specialist services: EBD, Challenging Behaviour, Attachment Disorder & ADHD

Name and qualifications: Care Staff/ Management: Level 3 Diploma Children & Young People and Level 5 Leadership and Management / Degree in Social Work

Therapeutic provision: Consultant Psychoanalyst provides therapeutic direction and interventions.


Evolution Children’s Services

http://www.ecsnortheast.co.uk


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Exceptional Care Ltd is a provider of high quality residential care for children and young people across the North West.

Our homes are based within the Rainford, Southport and Skelmersdale area. The homes range from a dual to a 5-bedded home, with the Southport home also including an apartment set as a solo provision or semi-independent ‘flat-let,’ providing its own facilities.

We deliver high individualised care packages to young people

from a range of backgrounds.

Exceptional Care adopt a multi-agency approach to care planning, working with Health, Social Care and Education.

When young people come to live in our homes, the staff team aim to achieve positive outcomes for the young people in our care. We provide a supportive, caring and safe environment, through the work of a skilled, competent and empathic staff team with a focus on enabling children and young people to achieve. This includes ensuring opportunities

are made available to them to build their self-confidence, self-esteem and the skills needed to be a positive member of the community.

Exceptional Care

Company Website: www.exceptional-care.co.uk

Contact: Gillian Ashcroft

Position: Director

Address: Room 16, North Mersey Business Centre, Woodward Road, Merseyside, L33 7UY

Telephone: 07814 698268


Type of provision: Children’s Residential Home

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: Solo, dual and 5 bedded

Age range on admission: 8 – 17 years

Other Education Provision: Education centre due to open

Name & Qualifications: Management and Staff are professionally qualified to level 3 and above.

Registered school or other education provision: On-site education with a qualified teacher.

Therapeutic provision: Therapy can be provided.


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Progress House is owned by the Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education and adjoins the site of the Charity’s school and college, but is managed as a separate provision.

Progress House is set in the Charity’s twelve acres of grounds overlooking the River Exe and is ten minutes’ walk from the city centre and only a few miles from sea and open countryside.

The House is a Children’s Home specialising in caring for children or young people

between the ages of 5 and 17, with some form of Deafness or communication difficulties, as well as addressing possible other needs such as behavioural, emotional or social difficulties.

Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education

Company Website: www.exeterdeafacademy.ac.uk

Contact: Lori Fox


Address: 50 Topsham Road, Exeter, EX2 4NF

Telephone: 01392 267023

Fax: 01392 431146


Type of provision: Specialist Education




Specialist services: Specialist Deaf Service

Registered school or other education provision: Yes


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Company Website: www.fairportcareservices.co.uk/

Contact: Vanessa Dalton

Position: Manager

Address: Fairlight House, 115 Percy Avenue, Kingsgate, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 3LD

Telephone: 01843 868969 / 07824 096351 / 07532 255933

Fax: 01843 866954

Email: [email protected] [email protected]


Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: On average 10 -15

Specialist service: Psychiatrist; Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Family & systemic psychotherapy, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy; Play therapy; Family assessments; Residential family work

Therapeutic provision: Committed and trained permanent staff providing therapeutic re-parenting, using attachment-based therapy within a small comfortable home.

Other education provision: Individual tutor; community-based schools


Fairport Care Services Ltd

Fairlight House provides high quality therapeutic residential child care with a proven reputation to bring about change in the young people and families that we work with. Using psychodynamic and systems theory, with particular emphasis on attachment based theory, we create a secure base from which the young people begin to explore, with safe and trusted adults, some of the troubles that have affected life. At the same time, we work alongside the young person’s family, recognising the young person is only one part of a system and may have been identified

as the container of the family’s troubles.

We do not use unknown agency workers as this would be counter-productive to our task. Our staff provides appropriate boundaries within a caring and child-focused environment.

Young people are involved in their ‘therapy’ and engage in individual and group work within the home. They are incouraged to recognise that their learning and education will need special attention and before moving to a local community-based school, they may need some education gaps to be addressed

through home tutoring and additional help from the staff. Clear programmes of work are designed, in partnership with home and local authority specialists, to meet these needs.

Staff at Fairport Care Services have a reputation for professional, transparent practice, with excellent communication with family and other professionals. Staff are supported and guided by skilled and qualified practitioners and therapists within a culture of reflexive practice and an awareness of their privileged position in the young people’s lives.

http://www.fairportcareservices.co.uk


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Company Website: www.family-care.co.uk Contact: Andrew O’ReillyPosition: Director of ResidentialAddress: 60 School Lane, Bamber, Bridge,Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6QETelephone: 01772 647 500Fax: 01772 647 509 Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Specialist Residential Children’s Homes, Fostering Service, Education

and Therapeutic Intervention.Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 6 Children’s Homes, Fostering Service and DfE registered SchoolTotal number of registered beds: 23Size range of homes: 1x5 bed, 3x4 bed & 2x3 bedAge range on admission: 7 to 17 yrsSpecialist service: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMHN), Early Trauma,

Attachment Difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Conditions, Learning Difficulties, Mental Health Conditions, and Emerging Personality Disorder

Name and qualifications: Information on request.Registered school: We operate a DfE Registered School in Shropshire.Other education provision: Strong links to local Schools and Colleges. Small school for learning

disabilities in Macclesfield. Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic support provided via our own therapists. Psychologists

work in an advisory role to staff. We operate ‘therapeutic governance’ across all our services, informed by ‘The Secure Base’ (Schofield & Beak).

Geographical location: North West, West Midlands

Family Care Group

Family Care Group is a family owned organisation with a proud history, spanning nearly 30 years, of helping children and young people achieve their full potential.

Family Care run six children’s homes and each home has its own specialism and receives support from our education, therapeutic and psychological services. Many of the homes have linked or on-site education. Our homes are located in Telford, Shrewsbury, Preston, Southport, Oldham and Macclesfield.

Our home in Macclesfield is a specialist wrap around learning disability service, providing care and education for up to four young people aged 7-17. There is also capacity for up to 4 day pupils at the school on-site (pending Ofsted registration).

We specialise in working with children and young people with Social Emotional and Mental Health Needs, Attachment Difficulties, Early Trauma, Autistic Spectrum Conditions, Learning Difficulties, Mental Health and Emerging Personality Disorders. Drawing

on the expertise available in our Fostering and Residential Services, we also carry out focused work to prepare young people for fostering.

To make a referral please call us on 01772 647500 or e-mail [email protected].

www.family-care.co.uk

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Ferndearle is a therapeutic community which provides an integrated package of therapeutic care, specialist education and therapy. Our Consultant Clinical Team consists of: 2 Clinical Psychologist, a Psychotherapist, Play Therapist, 2 Psychiatrists (used for individual assessments); Speech and Language Therapist; Occupational Therapist and an Educational Psychologist. Ferndearle caters for children and young people aged between 4 and 18, or 18 plus, where necessary.

Ferndearle provides specialist therapeutic programmes to

young people with complex needs, due to traumatic experiences and or young people with problems due to organic disorders such as Autism, Aspergers or mild to severe learning difficulties. Apart from the short/medium and long-term therapeutic programmes, more recently, Ferndearle has become well known, and used for, ‘The Intensive Programme to Home or Foster Family’ for young people, identified as being suitable for this, which includes many adoption breakdowns. Ferndearle is a member of Community of Communities and thus follows the therapeutic

standards which are held by the Royal College of Psychiatry. Ferndearle’s therapeutic model follows The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidance.

Ferndearle uses two therapeutic models, one which is based on systemic/psychodynamic and attachment theory and practice. The second is Non-Violent Resistance, which is a systemic model and brought into the UK by Dr Peter Jakob, who is Ferndearle’s trainer in this model.

Ferndearle Child Care Services Limited

Company Website: www.ferndearle.com and www.ferndearleschool.comContact: Christine DearlePosition: DirectorAddress: Heather Lodge, 2 Radnor Park West, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HHTelephone: 01622 880676 or 07852362221Fax: 01622 880676 (upon application)Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Therapeutic CommunityTotal number of childrens’ homes 2 children’s homes; specialist school and a clinical team, short-termand other services: assessments, medium and long-term placements. Specialist integration to

home intensive programme, including family therapy and family behaviour support.

Total number of registered beds: 14Size range of homes: 6 & 8Age range on admission: 4-18 (young people may stay over 18 under the Ofsted wholly and mainly

policy).Specialist services: Therapeutic CommunityOther education provision: Ferndearle Specialist Independent School (APPROVED) close links with local

mainstream schools (for young people to attend, if ready) and with the local college plus work experience.

Name & Qualifications: GCSE’s; Entry Level Qualifications; Challenger Troopers up to City and Guilds; & ASDAN.

Registered school or Other Registered with the DfEeducation provision: Therapeutic provision: Yes, follows NICE guidance and is a member of Community of Communities.Other services: Known as intensive programme to home or foster family for young

people, identified as being suitable for this which includes many adoption breakdowns.


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At First 4 Care, we will always strive to empower the young people so they know their voice is heard. Sharing and supporting choices and decisions about their lives is how we sustain the confidence of the youngsters, their parents and families. Our small family style homes provide high quality living environments which meet the specific needs of the young people living there.

Our management and care staff are chosen not only for their personal skills and qualifications but for how they deliver their care with genuine humanity.

First 4 Care Ltd

Company Website: www.first4care.org.uk

Contact: Natalie Lunn / Carol Dodds

Position: Head of Children’s Services / Director

Address: 313 Goodison Boulevard, Cantley, Doncaster, DN4 6TP

Telephone: Referrals: 07534 483611 / 07766 122059

Fax: 01302 726154


Type of provision: EBD/LD-Complex Needs

Gender Mixed





Specialist services: LD Complex Needs

Geographical location: Yorks & Humberside

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Company Website: www.five-rivers.org

Contact: Mausumi Maulik & Nina Ballard

Position: Head of Residential & Education Services / Operations Manager

Address: 47 Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT

Telephone: Referrals: 0800 3898708 (24 hr) - Mausumi Maulik 07717 128901, Nina Ballard 07801 594479

Email: Referrals: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]

Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Care, Education and Fostering

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 1 to 6

Age range on admission: 8 to 17 yrs

Specialist service: Therapeutic Residential Care

Registered school: 3 Registered DfE Schools

Geographical location: South West, South East, North East London, Yorks & Humberside

Five Rivers Child Care Ltd

Established in 1989 by Pam McConnell, Five Rivers Child Care is a Social Enterprise.

We consist of a fostering service, an education service and a residential service, all underpinned by our clinical and therapeutic work. A range of provisions from single to 6-bedded homes across the South Wet London (including an Emergency Service Provision) and Leeds.

Our Five Rivers values ensure that looked-after children and young people remain at the centre of everything we do, enabling us to help ‘turn their lives around’ delivering the best possible outcomes. With 1 home awarded ‘Outstanding’, 1 home awarded ‘Good with Outstanding Features & 6 homes awarded ‘Good’ by Ofsted, our motivations are solely about our young people. These are underpinned and informed by the principles of therapeutic

work – a significant point of difference from other equity-back, for-profit providers.

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Footsteps a Path to Change have been established since 2008. Our three registered homes are all set in their own grounds in rural and semi-rural areas. Footsteps offer therapeutic support to children and young people with complex emotional needs, including harmful sexualised behaviours. We are able to offer a wide variety of therapies and support, including AIM 2 assessments and the delivery of AIM to children and young people in a residential setting. Footsteps is registered

with ASDAN & AQA and this is delivered by our staff and our Education Co-ordinator at each home, to children and young people who may have been out of school for some considerable time and who are currently unable to attend school. We are also able to offer mainstream education through our excellent relationships with all local schools and colleges.

All our homes have continually been given “Outstanding and Good” by Ofsted.

Company Website: www.footsteps.im

Contact: Lesley Hearne

Position: Head of Care

Address: 8 Alderley Close, Hazel Grove, Stockport, SK7 6BS

Telephone: 07833 232889


Type of provision: Therapeutic children’s homes

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 2 & 3 bedded


Specialist service: Sexualised behaviours therapeutic

Other education provision: ASDAN & AQA

Therapeutic provision: Aim, Art Psychotherapy CBT & Others, members of CTC (the consortium for therapeutic communities).

Geographical location: East and West Midlands, North West

Footsteps a Path to Change

www.footsteps08.co.uk

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Frances House cares for young people who display Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. The atmosphere, that we aim to create and uphold in the home, is one of a caring and happy nature. We cater for up to five young people both boys and girls of varying ages up to the age of 18 years.

At Frances House, we believe that each young person needs a sense of routine and consistency in their lives and a caring system of support to encourage, develop and maintain pride, self discipline, self-esteem,

confidence and ultimately to feel trust and respect for themselves and others. To this end, we have a staff team who are committed to working with Young people, to encourage them to express themselves freely and positively and to help aid and assist them to overcome previous traumas in their lives.

Staffing is based on the identified needs of the young people accommodated and will ensure appropriate supervision to meet those needs.

Frances House

Contact: Emma Cooper


Address: 17-19 Cross Street, Brierfield, Nelson, Lancs, BB9 5PA

Telephone: 01282 613630

Email: [email protected].


Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: 11 – 17 years


Name & Qualifications: Charlotte Cooke – LV 5 Diploma Leadership for Health & Social Care, NVQ4 CYP, NVQ3 CYP, NVQ4 Management, ILM Level 5


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GBA Care Ltd currently has 2 registered children’s homes, and is currently in the process of finalising plans to open a provision dedicated to girls within the next 6 months. Our current homes accommodate 7 young people with emotional, social and behavioural difficulties. The homes are located in Halifax, West Yorkshire, one in a semi-rural location, and the other in a more urban residential location, both being easily accessible to local amenities and services.

GBA Care has a qualified, knowledgeable, experienced and motivated care team ensuring the unique needs of the young

people are met successfully. This is evidenced by our Ofsted reports, which evidence some ‘outstanding’ outcomes for the young people in our care.

We have established successful links with a number of placing authorities and through these always create comprehensive and individualised care plans to meet young people’s individual physical, personal, social, psychological/emotional, behavioural, spiritual, communication and health needs. Our professional link with CCATS supports more intense needs.

All referrals and admissions will

be considered for emergency, planned, short breaks and long-term placements and progression or immediate admission to our Supported Pathway programs.

Each home has a clear established successful link to progressive 16+ Supported Pathway Placements program, providing continuity and a clear direction to self-reliance and true independence.

GBA Care can also offer intense support packages within each home’s setting and within the community, ranging from 1:1 to 2:1 if required, providing intense supervision and continuity.

GBA Care Ltd

Company Website: www.gbacare.com

Contact: Gemma Birkhead & Jeremy Siddall

Position: Directors

Address: GBA Care Ltd, 2nd Floor, Brain Royd Mill, Saddleworth Road, Greetland, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX4 8NF

Company No. 075063131

Telephone: 01422 311157 or 07447 939264 for 24/7 contact

Email: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]

Type of provision: Emotional, social, behavioural, sexualised and mild learning difficulties.

Gender: Mixed and male only

Total number of childrens’ homes 2 x children’s homes 3 + 4 beds and several Supported Pathwayand other services: Placements and Other services.


Size range of homes: 2 settings currently, Duke House and Beeston View offering high/intense support in a rural setting. See website www.gbacare.com


Specialist service: Partnership with the CCATS organisation providing in house and community based bespoke services. See website www.gbacare.com

Name and qualifications: Care staff qualified or working towards recognised NMS qualifications. Management CV’s and qualifications can be requested.

Registered school: Successful and current partnerships with local specialist full-time education providers & Virtual School Head for Calderdale LEA.

Other services: Supported Pathway Placements for mixed 16+ young people, we can also offer CCATS support and therapy. See website www.gbacare.com


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Genus Care aim to end the high number of placements young people routinely have, by promising longevity of placement. High quality education, high expectations, dedication and hard work will ensure we and the young people achieve success in relation to their care plans and their success in society.

We offer a service intrinsically different to many residential providers, in terms of the commitment we show each young person and the outcomes we have consistently achieved.

Company Website: www.genuscare.co.uk Contact: Gareth Hemming Position: DirectorAddress: Ynys Y Bwt, Blackmill, Bridgend, CF35 6EBTelephone: 07528 191224 Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Residential Children’s HomesGender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes 5 homes, on-site education via registered independent schooland other services: (Genus Education). Outreach aftercare service.Total number of registered beds: 15Size range of homes: 3 bedded Age range on admission: 11 - 18 Specialist service: EBD, Sexually exploited children Name and qualifications: All Managers, Teachers and Directors qualified beyond minimum

requirements. Information on request. Registered school: Genus Education, number 672/6091Other education provision: Links with all mainstream and private local providers, including

Careers Wales. Therapeutic provision: Own in-house therapeutic programs, ‘It’s My Life‘ delivered by care

team. All therapeutic work overseen and verified by Studio 3. Other services: Outreach aftercare service.Geographical location: Wales

Genus Care Ltd.

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Good Foundations is a residential childcare organisation based in the North West. We specialise in group residential living for young people who have found it difficult to acclimatise to either home or foster care living. We have been successful over the years in providing positive outcomes for young people who may have had several placement breakdowns in both foster care and residential.

Our philosophy is to promote permanence and partnership with children and families and placing authorities. Our holistic approach to the day-to-day care

of young people, enables us to explore and identify the right support for young people, who have often felt excluded from the security and comforts of family life.

Good Foundations Ltd

Company Website: www.goodfoundations.org.uk

Contact: Garry Jones

Position: Director

Address: Unit 6, Tower Quays, Tower Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 1BP

Telephone: 0151 650 2265

Fax: 0151 650 2264



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 3 - 4 beds


Therapeutic provision: Educational Psychologist



www.goodfoundations.org.uk


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Underpinned by 40 years successful provision of therapeutic care, Glebe House offers an emotionally secure and monitored environment, which supports adolescent males, who are a risk (emotionally and physically) to themselves, to children, to their families and to the wider community.

Residents are referred by local authorities and social services or as directed by the Court. Over two years, Glebe House encourages residents to recognise and effectively reduce the risks and threats that they face and represent. The aim is to assist them to

learn how to maintain socially and legally acceptable standards of behaviour, so that they can resume independent living.

Our support process uniquely offers a free-of-charge transition service, post residency, to those residents who have completed the Therapeutic Programme. This aims to ensure a successful transition back into mainstream society and is one of the reasons we achieve good long-term outcomes and maintain such a cost-effective success rate.

We have a genuine, warm atmosphere and offer a sense of security and belonging for

residents that are common in therapeutic communities, but rare inside a standard forensic setting. There is a real sense of belonging, which both residents and staff contribute to and which is based on mutual respect. It is an establishment for young people and inherent to this, is a good humoured acceptance of boisterous vigour. However, this is underpinned by a discipline of purpose. Residents are regularly set rigorous requirements that are matched with the type of high expectations they will have rarely met before.

Glebe House

Company Website: www.glebehouse.org.uk

Contact: Peter Clarke

Position: Director

Address: Church Road, Shudy Camps, Cambridge, CB21 4QH

Telephone: 01799 584359

Fax: 01799 584098



Gender: Male only



Age range on admission: Rising 16

Specialist services: Sexually Harmful Behaviour

Other education provision: On-site education facilities

Name & Qualifications: Registered for OCR, City and Guilds and ASDAN

Registered school or other education provision: Yes


Other services: Outreach Service, Community Based Training, Physical Intervention Training


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Grace Care is a newly established home which is situated in a quiet suburb just outside the city of Nottingham.

The home accommodates children and young people who have a learning disability. We offer a child-centred and child-led approach, which focuses on meeting individual needs within a structured and nurturing environment.

We believe that every child has untapped potential and we seek to gently draw this out, through the building of a child’s confidence and self- esteem.

Grace Care Ltd

Contact: Rebecca Jones / Beverley Russell

Position: Registered Manager / Responsible Individual

Address: 27 Meadow Close, Nottingham, NG2 3HZ

Telephone: 07429 029436



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 1 x 3 bed

Age range on admission: 0 - 18 years of age

Specialist service: Learning disability

Other education provision: Registered on-site education provision


Grace Care Ltd27 Meadow Close Nottingham NG2 3HZ

Tel: 0115 9866533 Fax: [email protected]

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The overall aim of The Rectory is to provide Children and/or Young People with a home outside foster care or their home environments. These children will have experienced significant abuse, neglect, trauma or deprivation. They may have experienced multiple placement breakdowns and find living in a family environment too difficult. Consequently, they will need support to manage their emotions and behaviours so that they can grow into healthy and resilient members of society and learn to form peer relationships

within the home.

The Rectory will work alongside parents and professionals to maximise positive outcomes for these children, alongside the Local Authority. There will be ongoing consideration for whether the child can return home safely, move onto independent living, or return to foster care. This will be a primary focus of The Rectory, to support children and young people in crises and aid them in moving into less intensive placement, whether that be back home or to foster care, or to live

independently.

Whilst in crises, the Rectory has a strong commitment to children and young people to support them through their difficulties no matter how testing this may be to the staff that work with them.

The main theory that underpins and informs practice at The Rectory is Attachment theory. The Secure-Base Model is therefore utilised to inform practice from initial assessments of young people, to informing and developing care plans, to Supervision.

Grapevine Kids Ltd

Contact: Holly Barber


Address: The Rectory, Edge, GL6 6PF

Telephone: 01452 812371





Therapeutic provision: Attachment/Secure Base model used by staff to understand and work with young people.


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Grasmere Care Services is an independent organisation, committed to quality service and child-centred support. Our highly-trained staff team are experts in supporting children and young people with learning disabilities with specialist knowledge around ASD.

Our mission is to become respected as a provider of the highest quality, child-centred support, directly responding to the individual needs and characteristics of children and young people in our care. We believe that children and young

people need to be nurtured within a warm, homely, safe and structured environment, enabling them to learn the skills they need to become more independent and reach their full potential.

Grasmere Care Services

Company Website: www.grasmerecare.org

Contact: Aniz Dassu

Position: Director

Address: Head Office, 47 Morris Road, Leicester, LE2 6BR

Telephone: 0116 2700702 / 07967 992917

Fax: 0116 2700764


Type of provision: LD Home



Size range of homes: 4 bed



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In brief, we deliver an “outcomes” lead residential childcare service to female and male Young People who present with EBD to include support in-house with Education, Life-skill’s development, Work placements and Specialist interests, with a range of in-house and community-based activities offered every week in line with each Young Person’s particular preferences.

We successfully aid Young People in obtaining good social, independent life-skills and educational goals in a warm,

nurturing, caring environment, a ‘home away from home’; Emphasis is also placed on developing emotional resilience, self-confidence and self-esteem, such that our Young People are able to realise their full potential and make a positive contribution to their community and go on to lead successful, happy, rewarding lives.

We have in place a dedicated Staff team, who endeavour to make Young People feel safe, secure and cared for.

However, we are most pleased

at how our Young People themselves view the service (their home) where, in our last full ofsted service report, good rating, they described aspects of the service as a “brilliant” and are able to reflect, recognise and feel proud of their achievements and progress whilst in our care.

Greenacre Care Service

Contact: Ms M BellPosition: Service DirectorAddress: South EssexTelephone: 07900 495 074Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Children’s Residential Care Home, non therapeutic but takes on a

social pedagogic approach and uses restorative justice in practice.Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 1 Total number of registered beds: 4Size range of homes: Small to medium - x2 single & x2 double bedroomsAge range on admission: 12 to 16 most remain till 17/18 yearsSpecialist services: Non-formal, albeit recognised for support YP who abscond/ go

missingOther education provision: None, we arrange onsite one-one education/tutor support in

specific areas where requiredName and Qualifications: N/A, arranged, as required

Therapeutic provision: No

Geographical location: South East, London

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Established in 2000, Greenfields has developed a national reputation as a high quality provider of therapeutic residential care and education to young people aged between 10 to 18 years. Registered on-site education provision includes, Specialist Clinical, Enhanced & Complex Assessments, Individual Behavioural Support Programmes and Psychological & Integrated psychotherapist.

Many of the young people living at Greenfields have a range of complex needs, which more traditional approaches to care,

health & education do not meet. They require a specialist service that has the resources, skills and experience to work in a fully integrated manner, yet retain the ability to provide a nurturing, fun filled living environment with the added advantages of stability, structure, safety & unconditional regard.

Young people at Greenfields enjoy high levels of personal safety and value the many opportunities to develop confidence, self-esteem and appropriate attachments. They thrive in an environment

where carers use their skills to promote positive affirmation, celebrate educational & social achievements and provide the therapeutic expertise & support to effect positive change.

Company Website: www.greenfields.uk.com

Contact: Gary Thistlewood

Position: Service Development Manager

Address: Unit 31, The Courtyard, The Woodlands, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4NQ

Telephone: 01454 201131 & 07919 480721


Type of provision: Specialist Therapeutic Children’s Residential Homes with education

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes 9 Therapeutic Residential Children’s Homes & 1 Crisis Intervention /and other services: Assessment Centre (inc. Outward Bound Activitives) & 1 Registered

School


Size range of homes: 1, 2, 3 & 4 bed provisions


Specialist service: Deviant, Anti-Social & Criminal Behaviour (Inner-City Gang Involvement), Learning Difficulties, Absconding (risk of sexual exploitation), Inappropriate Sexual Behaviour ( Schedule 1 Offenders), Self Harm , Eating Disorders, Fire Setting ( Arson) , Substance Misuse.

Registered school: Greenfields School (Newport)

Other education provision: Registered on-site education provision.

Geographical location: West Midlands, Eastern, South West, Wales

Greenfields

www.greenfields.uk.com

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Halliwell are a social enterprise and our mission is to enhance the psychological well-being of children in the looked after sector.

Our Restorative Parenting® recovery programme delivers psychological recovery to children with high levels of trauma. We aim to achieve recovery in a residential setting within 18-24 months, such that children can make a successful transition to a supported foster placement.

Our support package for foster placements from our clinical and practice teams, enables further intensive re-parenting which is

concluded with engagement with therapeutic life story support. The culmination of the programme is for the child to be supported in a low intensity foster placement.

Education is provided by our own on-site Ofsted-registered school at each residential setting and transition into mainstream education is typically achieved within twelve months on the programme. Our programme is led by our clinical team, including Psychologists, Child Therapist, retained Psychiatrist, and Practice Director. This team is overseen by Dr Chris Robinson, Clinical Psychologist

and author of “Healing Child Trauma Through Restorative Parenting”. The clinical team provide guidance, assessment, and therapeutic response to the identified needs of each child, as well as consultation and training to enhance the therapeutic environment provided by the practice team.

Halliwell also delivers consultancy services and continuous professional development to professionals in the looked after sector. For more information, or if you are interested in receiving consultancy or training, contact us on the details listed above.

Company Website: www.halliwellhomes.co.uk Contact: David Sheffield Position: Head of Management ServicesAddress: Office UF42, Technology House, Lissadel Street, Salford, M6 6APTelephone: 0161 437 9491Email: [email protected] of provision: Specialist Recovery Programme for Looked After Children.Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 Residential homes, 4 Onsite Ofsted-Registered Schools Total number of registered beds: 32 Size range of homes: 2x7 bed, 1x8 bed, 1x10 bedAge range on admission: 4-12Specialist service: Restorative Parenting® recovery programme for pre-adolescent

children. Overseen by our CAMHS equivalent clinical team, our programme delivers improved psychological well-being to looked after children.

Registered school: Willow House School, The Woodlands School, The Brambles School, Maple House School.

Therapeutic provision: Halliwell Offer an Intensive Therapeutic Recovery Programme, delivered constantly and consistently through our practice team.

Other services: Education services for looked after children; support packages for children in foster placements; CPD & training for Local Authorities and sector professionals; consultancy services to Local Authorities & other providers; research and publication of academic articles.


Halliwell

www.halliwellhomes.co.uk


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Happy Children’s Homes (HCH) has derived from the Directors having spent years practicing at frontline level and managing outstanding rated Local Authority homes. Collectively, with over 45 years’ of experience, the Directors are now offering a bespoke service to young people that embraces individuality and supports them in achieving their aspirations.

HCH is very innovative and unique in its thinking and will persevere in overcoming any barriers opposed to the progress and development of young

people in our care.

The organisation is very open, transparent and embraces multi-agency working with other professionals to achieve best outcomes for our young people.

Come and join us and let’s embark on an outstanding journey together.

Happy Childrens Homes

Company Website: www.happychildrenshomes.uk

Contact: Ranjit Singh Bains

Position: Director

Address: 87 London Road, Leicester, LE2 0PF

Telephone: 07974 246156


Type of provision: Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties

Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: 8 – 17 years old

Other services: Children’s Homes Consultancy. We also offer consultancy & Regulation 44 work.


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Harmony Children’s Services provides high quality, fresh, creative, innovative and successful approaches to working with children & young people with challenging, CSE & EBD needs.

Harmony is capable of meeting children’s or young people’s needs aged between 9 and 18 with emotional, social and challenging behaviours, CSE involvement and a place of safety, ASD children and young people, children in need of a secure and safe environment and supported Living, Semi- Independence and Independence Training needs.

Harmony provides a committed “family” of fully qualified staff to offer support, guidance and encouragement to work with and support its residents to overcome and progress from the issues that are affecting them. To allow this, Harmony provided an extended, supportive and caring family/ partnership-orientated environment, created with involvement from the Director, Manager, staff, residents and parents.

Harmony believes in open and transparent communication between all of its staff with

relevant professionals through full & regular professional reports.

All of Harmony’s registered homes & independence training homes provide an extended family feel, through its approach and ethos. Within this supportive & nurturing environment, children and young people are given the opportunities to thrive and grow as individuals, knowing staff are there to provide help support and guidance.

“Harmony Children’s Services, Exceeding Expectations”.

Company Website: www.harmonycs.co.uk

Contact: Mark Raw


Address: Harmony House, 38 Town End, Almondbury, Huddersfield HD5 8NP

Telephone: 07702 050 890


Type of provision: Low occupancy, high quality Children’s Homes, EBD / MLD registration

Gender: Females and younger males

Total number of childrens’ homes Two - 2/3 bed bespoke Children’s homes. Bespoke supportedand other services: living & supported tenancy provision available in the West Yorkshire

region for 16+


Size range of homes: 2 x 3 bed homes


Specialist service: Therapeutic nurturing environment, primarily working with CSE & Attachment and Loss disorders challenging behaviours, EBD behaviours.

Name and qualifications: Level 3, 4 & 5s Leadership and management.

Other education provision: Close and productive relationships with local mainstream, PRU’s & specialist schools to provide education

Therapeutic provision: Access to local highly-skilled service to provide an individualistic approach and services as required.

Geographical location: Yorkshire & Humberside

Harmony Children’s Services

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Headway has a good reputation for providing high quality residential care in England and Wales, caring for young people as individuals in a holistic manner, regardless of their background, culture, religion or ability.

We are flexible, diverse and adaptable and work with Placing Authorities to achieve identified outcomes, in accordance with the Every Child Matters Framework. We adhere to legislation and good practice and the objective of stabilising and reintegrating young people into more realistic living environments such as foster care or family with aftercare and

respite support.

Registered Managers are all experienced and qualified and undertake Safer Recruitment training as standard. Deputy Managers undertake QCF5 and support staff are QCF3 qualified. New and unqualified staff follow a thorough 12 week Children’s Workforce induction and basic training programme followed by QCF3. Specialist training is also delivered monthly via qualified therapists. Our ASDAN trained tutors offer in-house ASDAN education to young people, while appropriate mainstream school and work placements are secured.

In-house tuition or independent EBD School available. Registered Duke of Edinburgh Award Centre.

Our homes, in urban and rural settings, are small and homely, offering young people the chance to develop a broad range of independent living skills. The young people play an active role in the development of policies and practice, the interior design of the homes and the recruitment of new staff. Additionally, Our Quality Assurance Monitoring Systems ensure that all our service users contribute to the development of our services.

Company Website: www.headway.uk.com

Contact: Tim Corbin


Address: PO Box 94, Lydney, GL15 9AQ

Telephone: 01291 625 625

Fax: 01291 625 625


Type of provision: Small group homes

Gender: Mixed




Age range on admission: Up to 17 years of age

Specialist service: EBD, emergency planned placements and respite care. Step down service to provide a smooth transition from residential to family placements

Registered school: Available via 3rd Parties

Therapeutic provision: Independent Therapy provision for assessment on admission and continuous support. Individual and family therapy

Other provision: Young people under curfews/ASBOS/on remand, supervised semi-independence programme, outreach

Geographical location: South West, Wales

Headway Adolescent Resources Ltd

www.headway.uk.com


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Highfield is a substantial residential home in the Borough of Redcar, that provides medium to long-term holistic care for young people aged 10-17. We specialise in working with young people who display significant emotional, behavioural, difficulties or those diagnosed with mental health difficulties, which challenge their ability to engage with education, both in the specific and the wider perspective.

Our Moral purpose is to imbue our young people with a sense of self-worth, a desire to learn, an acceptance of challenge and the wisdom to make positive choices. We believe that this will empower them to take charge

of their own destiny and thus lead them to a more prosperous, healthy and just life.

Our Moral Purpose will be advanced by cultivating the fundamental motivation of the support staff, the motivation that guides their work in serving the interests and needs of young people. We will do this by nurturing a culture, which emphasises and reinforces, trust and collaboration - a culture in which those who work with the young people will be supported, developed and encouraged to grow professionally, to be good and better than good at what they do.

Highfield’s staff aim to offer an environment which is child centred, safe, stimulating and stable, by providing consistent but individual packages of care, as part of a clear social work planning system. We will work to create an environment that is free from discrimination of any form, regardless of race, culture, sexuality, disability, age or social status.

We will meet the needs and raise expectations of the young people and strive to provide the opportunities that every young person needs to develop their potential through the following objectives.

Company Website: www.highfieldchildrenshome.co.uk

Contact: Steven Cooke

Position: Manager

Address: Highfield, Saltburn Road, Brotton, Saltburn, TS12 2PJ

Telephone: 01287 204124



Gender: Mixed







Highfield Northeast Ltd

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Hillcrest Children’s Services offers 39 and 52 week residential care for looked after children alongside fully registered DfE schools. These offer full curriculum coverage and certifications covering entry level qualifications, GCSE’s, ASDAN and Vocational BTEC’s.

Hillcrest also operates specialist education for children and young adults with an autism spectrum condition (ASC) and services for people with learning disabilities.

To make a referral call: 08458 727477

To find out more visit our website: www.hillcrestchildrensservices.co.uk

Company Website: www.hillcrestchildrensservices.co.uk

Contact: Kate Dawson

Position: Marketing & Placements Officer

Address: Langstone Gate, Solent Road, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1TR

Telephone: 02392 492165

Fax: 02392 474729


Type of provision: Residential children’s homes, registered SEBD schools

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 4- 20


Registered school: Yes, all placements are available with registered educational provisions

Therapeutic provision: Art, Equine Assisted Therapy, Psychological and Educational Assessment and Treatment


Geographical location: West Midlands, South East, London

Hillcrest Care Ltd

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Holibrook House & Hopewell School are a unique, contemporary, urban provider of exceptionally high quality care and education for children and young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD) and young people on the autistic spectrum (ASD). We are also a therapeutic community registered with the Community of Communities (CofC [run by the Royal College of Psychiatrists).

In our homes, we have developed the infrastructure, expertise and commitment to deliver good outcomes for young people with extensive, complex and enduring needs. This is our passion and remains at the forefront of our values and priorities. Our track record speaks for itself, our homes are all currently graded ‘good’ by Ofsted.

Hopewell Special school follows a unique curriculum that allows the holistic development of children and

young people, including those on the autistic spectrum of disorders and moderate learning difficulties.

The schools are DfE registered (ages 5 - 19).

Contact: Yvonne Miller

Position: Service Manager

Address: 12 Belmont Hill, Lewisham London, SE13 5BD

Telephone: 020 8297 0339



Gender: Mixed




Specialist service: Young people with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties and challenging behaviour

Registered school: Hopewell School: all placements are available within DfE registered educational provision

Therapeutic provision: In-house play and drama therapist


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At Hollybank, we provide teaching, residential care and a variety of therapies to meet the needs of children and adults with multiple and profound disabilities.

Our state-of-the-art main site is at Mirfield in West Yorkshire, along with 3 adult homes in West and South Yorkshire. Our highly skilled and qualified staff team focus on ability, not disability, providing a variety of therapies, nursing support, personalised learning experiences and a place to call home. Hollybank is open 52 weeks of the year and is therefore responsive and

flexible, providing quality of life, at any stage of life;

• Little Pips is our family support service for families with children aged 0-5.

• Hollybank School is a day school providing personalised learning for children from 5-19.

• Orchard Court is our purpose-built children`s home which is home for some of our school pupils and also provides short breaks for children from a wide range of geographical locations.

• Additional support is provided by our physios, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and

nurses as well as external GPs and consultants.

• Facilities include access to Assistive Technology, Hydrotherapy, Rebound, sensory rooms and our spacious, adapted gardens and grounds.

• The Elms is a social hub providing access to activities for children and adults at Hollybank, as well as the wider community.

• Hollybank also has 8 adult care homes.

For further information please contact Helen Townley on 01924 483926 or [email protected]

Hollybank Trust

Company Website: www.hollybanktrust.com

Contact: Kath Eastwood

Position: Head of Direct Services

Address: Far Common Road, Mirfield, Wakefield, WF14 0DQ

Telephone: 01924 490833

Fax: 01924 491464


Type of provision: Education, residential (children and adults), short breaks, adult day activities – complex disabilities.

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: One children`s home and one school

Total number of registered beds: 15 for children – 89 for adults.

Size range of homes: Children’s home is 15 beds over two floors and the adults homes range in size from 6 beds to 18 beds

Age range on admission: Birth upwards

Specialist services: PMLD Registered and Nursing provision

Registered school or other education provision: Hollybank School

Therapeutic provision: In-house Therapy team of Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists

Other services: Day provision for adults


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Homes 2 Inspire provide care and support programmes to over 70 young people across the country. We specialise in working with children up to the age of 18, who may also require enhanced levels of care. We were established in 1999, to deliver services within Residential Children’s Homes.

Through this experience, we have developed a range of specialisms in working with and for young people, requiring support and care, delivered by highly experienced and qualified staff teams.

We feel our dedication to delivering exceptional services and achieving effective outcomes for young people is unrivalled and we continue to receive external recognition through Ofsted and validated by external awards. We evidence how this dedication is reverberated and practiced throughout the organisation and amongst all our employees.

We are market leaders in providing these services and continue to achieve preferred provider status with a number of Local Authorities across our

service line.

Homes 2 Inspire

Company Website: www.homes2inspire.co.uk

Contact: Paul Cook / Mark Gilligan

Position: Managing Director / Referral Manager

Address: Lumonics House, Valley Drive, Swift Valley, Rugby, CV21 1TQ

Telephone: 07841 966439





Size range of homes: 3 - 6 Beds


Therapeutic provision: We provide a therapeutic approach within all our homes.

Geographical location: East Midlands, West Midlands, South West

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Osbourne House is a children’s home that can look after up to 4 children at a time with the possibility of an additional respite opportunity. We have an open age range that would normally be from age 4 years up to 16 years of age. Each child would be accepted upon their needs and our ability to meet those needs, taking into account the needs of all the children being cared for us at any one time.

We run a warm nurturing home that is in a safe environment and doesn’t stand out from the residential area around

it. Children are looked after by caring, well trained staff which will treat each child as an important individual.

Homescope

Company Website: www.homescope.co.uk

Contact: Patricia Neil

Position: Director

Address: Alexandra Business Park, Lakeside, Prescot Road, St Helens, WA10 3TP

Telephone: 01744 612020





Age range on admission: 4 -16


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Hopscotch Care Ltd operates 2 homes, Carnforth (Lancashire) and Carlisle (Cumbria). Both homes separately accommodate 5 young people experiencing emotional and behavioural challenges.

Additional support is provided by independent therapeutic service CPA, which carries out SDQ analysis and support the development of therapeutic plans for young people, which we believe has contributed significantly to a reduction in incidence of self-harm and missing from home incidents.

Staff are trained in and have experience of working with young people at risk of CSE.

Hopscotch has a track record in successfully engaging young people in a range of educational activities and we focus on a well planned transition. The location of both homes enables access to numerous local sports clubs, and leisure activities, both are also within easy reach of the outdoor benefits of the Lake District.

We endeavour to keep at the forefront of best practice and are currently piloting various models

of progress monitoring, in order to ensure that the requirements of the new Quality Standards are met.

Hopscotch now have the ClearCare database software throughout the company.

Company website: www.hopscotch-care.org

Contact: Richard Witt

Position: Director

Address: 19 Lancaster Rd, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9LD

Telephone: Carnforth 01524 727695 / Carlisle 01228 512012



Gender: Mixed





Other Services: Emergency Placements. Walking Watch Provision, Therapeutic support.


Hopscotch Care Ltd

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Horizon Care is an established provider of clinically supported placements based on the principles of normalisation and inclusion, in our children’s homes and registered independent schools.

We also care for children and young people, who are behaviourally challenging and emotionally vulnerable who experience:

• attachment problems

• self-harm

• anger control problems

• substance misuse

• eating disorders

• sexualised behaviour

• depression

Our approach focuses not only on behaviour change but also on successful behaviour management by professionally supported staff, trained to understand the psychological reasons for a young person’s behaviour and implement suitable interventions.

Company Website: www.horizoncare.co.uk

Contact: Paul Callander / Barry Eannetta

Position: CEO (Paul) / Director of Operations (Barry)

Address: Venture House, 12 Prospect Park, Longford Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 0LG

Telephone: 01543 570304

Fax: 01543 572339


Type of provision: Children’s Homes & Independent Schools

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 35 Children’s Homes, 5 Independent Schools

Total number of registered beds: 98 (Children’s Homes), 168 (Schools)

Size range of homes: 2, 3 & 4 bed


Specialist service: SEBD and LD

Registered school: Schools in Staffordshire, Rochdale, Loughborough and Deal.

Therapeutic provision: In-house Therapeutic services led by Clinical Director Dr Wendy Coetzee.

Geographical location: North West, Yorks & Humberside, East Midlands, West Midlands, South East.

Horizon Care & Education Group Ltd

www.horizoncare.co.uk


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Howard House Children’s Home and School is registered with OFSTED to accommodate up to eight young people of either gender, between the ages of 10 and 17.

Surrounded by farmland and set within three acres of private grounds, Howard House is a large stone built detached building. Externally, the grounds include a play area for the young people that includes a five side pitch, a large vegetable patch, manicured gardens, lawns and an orchard.

The purpose of the home is to provide a holistic, nurturing and caring environment to

meet the emotional, physical, psychological and social needs of young people.

Individually tailored care plans are implemented, in order to help young people address their needs which can include the therapeutic input of a clinical psychologist. The children placed with us will be deemed to have a range of social, emotional and mental health difficulties.

Although we believe that, wherever possible, children and young people benefit from living within a family, we recognise that this is not always possible and that living in a residential home can be an appropriate

alternative for some young people.

Howard House Care also offers a small provision registered for up to two young people named “Tile Sheds”, set in the beautiful scenic area of Northumberland’s National Park near Thropton. Core educational provision is provided by Howard House School, as part of a personalised education plan which can include outdoor pursuits.

Howard House Care Ltd

Company Website: www.howardhousecare.co.uk

Contact: Phil Toby


Address: Howard House Children’s Home

Telephone: 01670 820320


Type of provision: Residential with education if required.



Size range of homes: 8 and 2


Specialist services: SEMH

Registered school or other education provision: Yes 929/6046


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Within our network, we already have a strong group of specialist emotional behaviour disorder (EBD) providers, but I&A Services provides immediate placements in CTC services across the UK.

I&A Services have a team of skilled individuals who understand the approaches to take when addressing extreme behaviours.

Our experienced therapy, education and care team have all worked with young people in crisis in the past and are fully

aware of the challenges this presents. Structured around a programme of education, outdoor pursuits and personal development, I&A’s model is the result of combined ideas, experiences and expertise.

Having seen these strategies work before within our EBD teams, we have modified our offering to reflect the immediate needs of individuals. We ensure the best practice is delivered, in the most appropriate manner, from our EBD teams’ successes with young people in crisis. Our unique service provides

young people with a high-quality placement that isn’t just a stopping point, but the start of a more permanent plan for their future.

Contact: Gary Thistlewood / Dai Edwards

Position: Service Development Manager

Telephone: 01686 360409


Type of provision: Immediate assessments and placements for young people in crisis.

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 registered beds, I children’s home

Specialist services: Immediate assessments and placements for young people in crisis.

Registered school: DFE Registered schools

Therapeutic provision: Access to Therapeutic support

Other services: Leaving care Supported Living


I & A Services

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IDEM Living Ltd

Contact: Andrew PalmerPosition: Director of Children’s ServicesAddress: Newlands Hey School, 1a Huyton Road, Liverpool, L36 5SETelephone: 0151 480 9000 07753 330963Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Children’s Homes, School, Transitional ServicesGender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 Total number of registered beds: 7 Residential 10 Education Places Size range of homes: 2 or 3 bedsAge range on admission: 0 - 18Specialist services: Autism, Complex Behaviours, Learning Disabilities (North West),

Child Sexual Exploitation, Self-Harm, Mental Health, Sexually Harmful Behaviour

Other education provision: Newlands Hey School – for Children with AutismName & Qualifications: Diane Jones – NPQH, Masters in Special Needs EducationRegistered school or other Autism, Learning Disability, Complex Behavioureducation provision: Therapeutic provision: At IDEM we use the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach in

all our services. Our staff teams are introduced to PBS within their induction and receive ongoing clinical supervision to ensure the PBS approach is fluid within our services.

Other services: Supported LivingGeographical location: North West, South West

IDEM Living has developed a reputation for the creative development of bespoke packages of care for young people, who are experiencing challenges in their lives and presenting with behaviour that requires a safe, consistent yet creative supportive approach, which promotes self-identity and change.

We have a specialist home working with vulnerable young people who have Autism and require highly specialised support. This home is based in Huyton, Liverpool. Alongside

this home, we work closely with carers and associated professionals towards transition, supported living and the promotion of independence.

We have two further homes based near the market town of Taunton and semi-Rural East Devon. These homes provide up to two beds each, working with young people who have specialist needs relating to CSE, Mental Health & Wellbeing, as well as other associated complex behavioural needs.

We have developed a reputation for working with sexually vulnerable and exploited young women, creating both an environment for change and an outcomes based service. We have blended the PBS approach within these services to ensure we provide a consistent outcome focussed therapeutic approach to each young person.

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The ethos of Inmind Children’s Services is to offer a continuous and individual service, based upon quality care, education and health, for every child, regardless of age or circumstance.

We have a commitment to the protection, welfare, growth and development of all young people. Through policy, procedures, training and the behaviour of all involved in our organisation, these values and beliefs are promoted. We aim to achieve the best possible outcomes for all of our young people.

‘The strategy at Inmind Children’s Services is to have high expectations of both staff

and young people, to ensure individuals make maximum achievements’. We subscribe fully to promoting and advancing children’s rights, in conjunction with the Quality Standards Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

In addition, we subscribe to a holistic approach of aiming to provide a positive service to the young people we care for. This means providing positive adult role models, good carers, broad leisure and recreational opportunities.

The service aims to be one of an inclusive environment of giving, rather than taking away

and of developing realistic boundaries, set in context of the young person’s prevailing circumstances. To augment the above and through care planning, we work in partnership with others to meet discreet needs of young people, for example psychological, emotional, health needs etc.

The duration of a young person’s placement is subject to their individual needs, as outlined in their Care Plan and Child’s Placement Plan.

Inmind Children’s Services Ltd

Company Website: www.childreninmind.org.uk

Contact: Carl Brooks

Position: Registered Individual

Address: Doulton House, Main Road, Anwick, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 9SJ

Telephone: 01526 832086


Type of provision: Residential Care and Education

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 1 home in Leicester has 5 beds and 1 home in Lincolnshire with 30 beds


Specialist services: EBD and LD in addition to DFE School

Other education provision: We provide experiences and Registered School on site with Teachers

Name & Qualifications: QCF Level 5 or equivalent, Workforce Diploma Level 3 or equivalent and relevant safeguarding training

Registered school or other education provision: Registered School on-site

Therapeutic provision: Psychotherapy/Counselling, Holistic Therapeutic Multi-Model Approach


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Acorn House is a small residential unit based in Armthorpe on the outskirts of Doncaster.

Acorn House can house up to two young people aged 6-19 years. The main aim of the service is to work with children and young people with the long-term plan; they can either move to a family placement, return to their family of origin or into independence, having experienced a sustained period of stability.

Our overall aim is to provide a safe, warm, nurturing and

empowering environment for young people to begin to form more secure attachments.

Terry Carr Acorn House’ Registered Manager has 17 years’ experience in working with Children and young people with various problems, including Autistic spectrum disorder, complex learning disabilities, CEBD and many other problems. This includes 15 years’ managerial experience in the roles of team, care and registered manager, ensuring that quality care is available to all the young people his care.

Also qualified to deliver staff training and licensed to deliver PROACT-SCIPuk® (Positive Range of Options to avoid Crisis and use Therapy-Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention) and TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention).

In Safe Hands Care Ltd

Contact: Terry Carr


Address: 28 Ashwood Close, Branton, Doncaster, DN3 3UB

Telephone: 07976 373960


Type of provision: Small Residential Children’s Home



Size range of homes: Only 1 home registered for 2 children at present

Age range on admission: 0-19yrs

Name & Qualifications: Terry Carr Acorn House’ Registered Manager – Qualifications up to Level 5 (see details below)

Therapeutic provision: We work in a very therapeutic manner & work very closely with other professionals.


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At Inspirations, we have a high regard and respect for all children and young people in our care, regardless of their race, culture, religion, sexual orientation or disability. The children and young people of today are our future and with this in mind, they will be given the best opportunities available to enable them to reach their full potential. They will be encouraged to make informed choices.

Inspirations provide a friendly and welcoming environment that is warm, comfortable, safe and secure. Children and

young people will be enabled and encouraged to enjoy a full range of social activities and relationships using local services and resources.

We provide a safe and secure environment from which children and young people can enjoy and explore. All children and young people can expect to be treated equally, fairly and cared for in an environment, which aims to be free from bullying, harassment and discrimination.

At Inspirations, we take pride in the fact that we go the extra

mile to continually improve and promote our services to ensure that the holistic needs of each young person are met. We have a diverse staff group that enables us to offer high quality service to every young person. We cater for their individual religious and cultural needs. Each young person contributes to the weekly menu. We also ensure our young people have access to reputable salons to ensure that they are able get the correct hair and skin care they require.

Inspirations Leicestershire

Company Website: www.inspirations-oadby.co.uk

Contact: Parminder Basra


Address: 2 Rosemead Drive, Oadby, Leicestershire, LE2 5DP

Telephone: 01162 712563 / 07753109446


Type of provision: Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties



Size range of homes: Small three bed unit


Specialist services: Specialist in black and ethnic minority provision


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Treetops is a small registered children’s home situated in Staffordshire, and is registered for two young people with emotional or behavioural difficulties (EBD).

We provide an inspirational care provision in order to raise the aspirations of vulnerable and socially excluded children. We have a commitment to service-user involvement, empowerment, and development to help children achieve their full potential. Through our ethos of communities, rights and inclusion, we ensure each child is valued, listened to and their

needs met.

We aim to provide stability and respite to allow young people to reflect on their difficulties and make future plans, based on a comprehensive assessment of their social, emotional/behavioural, physical and educational needs and by providing a dynamic care plan to support realistic outcomes.

Our principal objective is to provide a quality of life that is as close to a family environment as can be achieved, using a good parenting approach, alongside praise and reward ensuring consistent boundaries and achievable outcomes.

Staff work a 24-hour shift which allows for consistency and continuity for young people. Our staff team are experienced, committed and aspirational individuals, who provide a non-judgemental approach and have all either gained their QCF Level 3 or are working towards their QCF Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare.

The team receive regular training and supervision, an assigned clinician also supports them. The home has 2 assigned single point of contact police officers, enhancing our safeguarding process.

Inspire Care

Company Website: www.inspirecare.co.uk

Contact: Yaser Mir / Anita Yewdall

Position: Director / Registered Home Manager

Address: Office: 263 Nottingham Road, Nottingham, NG7 7DA

Telephone: 07510 857563 / 01782 761481

Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Type of provision: 2-bed EBD Residential Home

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 2 bedded



Other education provision: Good links with local mainstream schools, colleges and pupil referral homes

Therapeutic provision: Clinical Psychologist Associates

Other services: Good links with sports activity based clubs


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Inspire has established itself as a quality provider of specialist residential care and support for young people within the North West. We have worked in partnership with a range of professionals and Local Authorities to provide flexible care packages to facilitate the care of young people in a dignified and respectful manner which is the cornerstone of our service delivery.

Our single / dual placements are OFSTED approved and provide a warm, comfortable and stable environment essential for young people aged 8-18 years. Our homes are staffed

with experienced social care professionals - all equipped with the skills necessary to ensure that young people can flourish in our care.

Our principles are primarily based upon ensuring the utmost welfare of the young person through strong and effective partnership with those involved in their care and through the development of a ‘Culture of Awareness,’ which is embodied within our policies and practice in order to prevent all forms of harm and exploitation.

We believe in promoting Individuality, diversity and ensure difference is valued and

celebrated. We are committed to equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice and this is incorporated into all elements of the service. We foster self-esteem, independence and resilience to assist personal growth and development.

We respect the right for confidentiality within the context of ensuring young people’s protection from all forms of harm. We are committed to the professional development of our workforce through utilising empirical research and evidence based practice.

Company Website: www.inspirecs.org

Contact: Paul Keogh

Position: Principal Director

Address: Ground Floor, 121 Church St, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1AJ

Telephone: 0845 0740475



Gender: Mixed




Specialist service: Solo/Dual

Name and qualifications: Paul Keogh DIPSW & DIP/ED

Registered school: Yes - 8 Placements (Inspire Training & Education Services - The Parks School - reg no: 359/6000)



Inspire Children‘s Services

www.inspirecs.org

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We specialise in undertaking a three-month comprehensive assessment on a child-once resident, which follows the “Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families” and “Every Child Matters”. This is a good base from which to clarify children’s complex and diverse short and long-term needs, with a view to making clear and focused plans of work and recommendations.

Children are worked with, in a planned and focused way, within the remit of one of the

following projects, using a task centred approach. Homeward Bound (Rehabilitation of children to birth family), Holding Hands (Preparation for placement within a permanent substitute family) and Onward Bound (Preparation for independence).

Well established links with educational resources and a sound knowledge-base, secures and sustains appropriate educational placements for children. Willows are in the process of being able to provide education (Sept 09)

to resident children to enable them to experience positive formal education within a small supportive environment. This resource will follow the national curriculum.

Other services include specific assessments, court work, outreach work, supervision of contact, respite care, life story work, direct work, therapeutic intervention.

Contact: Jacqueline Scrivens


Address: 54 Selsdon Park Road, South Croydon, CR2 8JD

Telephone: 07909 994092 / 0208 6519899

Fax: 020 86519678



Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: 5-12 years (Registered up to 17 years)

Specialist service: Specialist resource for younger children with complex needs

Name and qualifications: Jacqueline Scrivens (BA Hons SW, DipSW,RMA)

Registered school: currently being sought (expected summer 09)

Therapeutic provision: Yes - Therapeutic led provision

Other services: Specific assessments, Court work, Outreach work, Access to therapeutic services.

Geographical location: South West, South East, London

Jigsaw (Croydon) Ltd A Home for Children – Rooted in Holistic Care

Willows House, 54 Selsdon Park Road, South Croydon, CR2 8JD - Jackie Scrivens, Tel.07909 994 092 email [email protected]

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Specialising in working with the most vulnerable and challenging children, we are dedicated to providing a happy, safe and secure environment for our young people to develop and grow.

With clearly defined boundaries set out for the children in a nurturing manner, our staff team is committed to working with the unconscious processes taking place within this child group, secure in the knowledge they have the capacity to contain the powerful emotions which can lead to a child’s challenging behaviour.

The staff team at the home possess a shared, natural understanding of the residential task. The importance of children needing to regress and giving the opportunity for them to receive basic primary experiences is at the heart of the work we do. Our hope is the work we do will enable the children to recover from their past negative experiences and hopefully move on from us, whether to family placements or independence with a feeling of being genuinely cared for and thought about.

While we recognise that for many children, growing up in a

family environment is the best outcome, we also recognise that for some children this is not possible and in this respect, long-term residential care is a preferred option. The foundation of our work is based on social learning, in which we believe children re-learn appropriate behaviour through positive role modelling.

We offer 52 week care placements primarily for children between the ages of 8 and 18 years.

J & R Care Ltd

Company Website: www.jandrcareltd.co.uk

Contact: Jane Parish

Position: Director

Address: Ash House South, Centre Road, New Ash Green, Longfield, Kent DA3 8JF

Telephone: 01474 871999 or 07736 774491

Fax: 01474 879123


Type of provision: Residential Home with Full Time Education

Total number of childrens’ homes 1and other services:


Size range of homes: Up To 5

Age range on admission: 8 to 18 Years Old

Specialist services: Specialist service offering Care, Education and Therapy

Other education provision: Fully registered and Ofsted inspected school on site. QCF Level 5/4 and 3 and equivalent. The Director and RI and Registered Manager have The Certificate in Therapeutic Childcare

Name & Qualifications: Qualifications: GCSE, Asdan, B-Tec, Jamie Oliver Cooking B-Tec and Functional Skills Maths and English

Registered school or Other The Annex Schooleducation provision:

Other services: One to One, Psychotherapy assessments and sessions, Family work, Independent living program



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Addison House is a residential Children’s home based in the London Borough of Enfield. It is a service for 4 young people aged between 8 and 17 years old with Learning disability and behavioural difficulties.

We take emergency placements and offer respite care. Kattz Care Services also provide outreach services to support young people who will be resident or through rehabilitation, or when moving on into semi-independence.

Owned and managed by a qualified social worker, Kattz Care Services offer a holistic approach to the delivery of services for our young people. By incorporating a therapeutic and multi-disciplinary approach into care planning, with contribution from the young person; we ensure that their needs are identified and the appropriate tailored support is in place to ensure the desired outcome for every young person.

Kattz Care Services

Company Website: www.kattzcc.co.uk

Contact: Kofo Ibitoye


Address: Addison House, 75 Addison Road, Enfield, EN3 5JX

Telephone: 02082 161292 or 07834 559336


Type of provision: Residential Provision for children with Learning Disabilities and behavioural difficulties aged between 8 years and 17 years old.



Size range of homes: Double rooms


Specialist services: Learning Disabilities and Therapeutic care


Other services: Outreach, care in the community


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Kennet Care provides first class complex care solutions in children’s residential care. Our aim is to create a home away from home for every young person in our care which also supports a ‘living learning experience’, where everyday activities and interactions are considered, in a culture of enquiry to bring about positive lasting change.

Ours is a psychologically informed environment, informed by attachment theory and delivered by an established staff team, united by the common

objective of providing a secure base from which our young people are able to explore the world; to develop as individuals and citizens; and to unlock their unique inner potential.

At present, Kennet Care operate a small single unit for three young people ages 10-18 years. We have experience of delivering care to traumatised young people and those who display challenging behaviours, including self-harm, substance misuse and eating disordered behaviours. We have excellent relationships with local education providers,

CAMHS and healthcare professionals ensuring dynamic contribution to any multi-disciplinary care package. Our experienced team is supported through regular supervision from an external psychotherapist.

All care plans in line with the Quality Standards and Childrens home Regulations 2015 and feature therapeutic components individual to the young person.

Kennet Care

Company Website: www.kennetcare.co.uk

Contact: Raj Kelair

Position: Manager

Address: Stan Colaco & Co Atlantic House, Imperial Way, Reading, RG2 0TD

Telephone: 0118 958 48 66


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s home

Gender: Mixed





Therapeutic provision: Clinical and forensic psychological assessments, educational assessments. Care plans formulated around a therapeutic learning and living model.

Geographical location: South West, South East

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We are proud to say that all of our Homes, are rated as OUTSTANDING.

After a long wait, our new home had it’s first Ofsted Inspection gaining Outstanding in all areas. It is a fabulous addition, being a really spacious family home with a definite WOW factor and the added benefit of a Games Room!

All our Homes are lovely, with a comfortable family feeling about them. However, it is the people living within the Homes and the wonderful staff team that support and encourage them,

that make the Homes so special. We carefully select both young people and staff.

We involve the young people in the interview process, as we know that the right dynamic is crucial to success! Also careful consideration is given to matching the young people. It is, after all, the young person’s home and they should be comfortable with both other young people and those who care for them.

Our tailor-made support packages ensure that our young people get the very best out of the time they

are in our care, which is, after all, no less than they deserve.

Company Website: www.keswickcare.co.uk

Contact: Gemma Spinks / Jo Joseph


Address: Keswick Care, 150 Barnsley Road, Hemsworth, WF9 4PQ

Telephone: 01226 381590 / 07514 286288 / 01977 616616



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 2x3 bed, 1x1 bed plus baby

Age range on admission: 11 to 18 plus baby

Specialist service: Yes

Other services: Other services:


Keswick Care Ltd

www.keswickcare.co.uk

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Keys Group is the foremost provider of specialist therapeutic, psychologically informed residential and education services for children with complex needs in the UK.

Keys Specialist Residential Services – over 80 children’s homes addressing Sexual exploitation, Sexually Harmful behaviour, Substance abuse, Offending, Eating Disorders.

Keys Education - over 20 educationally orientated children’s homes, Residential Schools, Independent Day Schools and Vocational services.

Active8/Crisis Care - provides intensive short-term emergency services, using outdoor activities as a medium for engaging with children, improving self-esteem and helping plan effectively.

Keys Residential Family Assessment - Crown House in Malvern provides high quality residential assessment programmes for families and formal reports for Court Proceedings.

Keys 16 Plus – accommodation and contracted support for young people aged 16+ helping transition to living independently.

Keys Group have been awarded on-going “block” contracts with Shropshire, Calderdale, Highland Council (Scotland) HSE (Dublin), Telford, Vale of Glamorgan, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire, Milton Keynes, Reading and Bracknell Forest.

Company Website: www.keyschildcare.co.uk

Contact: Peter O’Neill

Position: Marketing Director

Address: Suite 4, Littlemoor Business Centre, Eckington, Derbyshire, S21 4EF

Telephone: 01246 433750 / 07921 605734

Fax: 01246 436058


Type of provision: Range

Gender: Mixed




Age range on admission: 7- 17

Specialist services: Psychologically Informed Care planning and Intervention (PICI) care pathways.

Registered school: 20+ registered schools across the UK

Other education provision: Vocational Provision

Therapeutic provision: Keys Therapists operating from Specialist Therapy Centre and network of Keys Psychologists, supporting PICI practice in homes.

Other services: Active8 Emergency Specialist Education, Residential Family Assessment, 16+ Support/Accommodation

Geographical location: All regions

Keys Group

www.keyschildcare.co.uk


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Every child, young person or adult is entitled to develop in an environment which is conducive to learning, and living a life like anyone else would expect. This environment should reflect the principles and outcomes of being healthy, staying safe, enjoying and achieving, making a positive contribution and achieving economic well-being.

Kisimul Group offers children and young people, who have learning difficulties, the opportunity to interact, communicate and participate in everyday life as fully as possible. Kisimul’s

children and young people should feel secure, enjoy learning and be rewarded for effort. We provide the expertise, support, learning and tools for them to manage and control their own life-style and behaviour.

This philosophy is realised by relating to each child and young person in a positive way and by meeting all aspects of their needs through the integration of school, home, leisure activities and involvement in the wider community.

Kisimul Group is committed to the view that all people are entitled to equality of opportunity. This view is upheld regardless of ability or disability, gender, chosen gender, age, status, religion, belief, nationality, ethnic origins or sexual orientation.

Kisimul Group’s commitment to this statement will be embodied in both employment practices and all aspects concerned with the care and education of its children and young people.

Kisimul Group Ltd

Company Website: www.kisimul.co.uk

Contact: Donna Varley-Turner


Address: Old Vicarage, 61 High Street, Swinderby, Lincoln, LN6 9LU

Telephone: 01522 868279

Fax: 01522 866000


Type of provision: Children’s Homes with education

Total number of childrens’ homes 4 children’s homes with on-site registered schools, 20 adult homesand other services: including supported living

Total number of registered beds: 246 registered beds for children, 133 registered beds for adults

Size range of homes: Each registration provides several home environments ranging in different sizes from 4 beds to 38 beds


Specialist services: 3 children’s homes specialise in SLD, the fourth home specialises in ASD with complex needs. The adult homes specialise in both SLD and ASD

Other education provision: Post 16, ASDAN, DoE

Registered school or other education provision: 4

Therapeutic provision: Full and part time AEP’s and SaLT, Equine Therapy, OT

Geographical location: North West, East Midlands, Eastern, South East

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Kite’s Children’s Services provide medium/long-term 24 hour care for 52 weeks of the year with placements for up to six young males. Placements are planned and consideration is given to the appropriateness of the placement for the young person and willingness for all parties to work in partnership to support the placement.

We provide a therapeutic, safe, homely and caring environment, where young people are given a high level of quality care/support in response to their varying needs. After an initial

assessment, young males will receive an individual plan of therapeutic support and intervention, including risk assessments and treatment, which is conducive to the rehabilitation of our young males before offending behaviours become entrenched.

We believe that everyone is equal and that change can happen to enable children to grow into adults that are able to take control of their lives. Our methods work on enabling young people to understand that every choice they make has

consequences and encourage children to take responsibility for making choices, living with the consequences and using each outcome as a learning experience, be it positive or negative.

We provide an independent DCSF registered educational facility. Our main aim is to move children into mainstream schools/colleges as soon as it is possible, thus encouraging children to participate in everyday life whilst gaining the advantage of multiple facilities and an extended social network.

Company website: www.kitescs.com

Contact: Elaine Beck

Position: Residential Manager

Address: Suite1, Chalkwell Lawns, 648 - 656 London Road, Westcliff on Sea, Essex, SS0 9HR

Telephone: 01702 348396

Fax: 01702 332391


Type of provision: Therapeutic Childcare

Gender: Male only




Specialist service: Emotional/Behavioural

Name and qualifications: All staff and management are professionally or vocationally qualified.

Registered school: 1 Registered school DCSF No. 882/6053

Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic community


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Leeward Care Ltd is based on the Isle of Wight comprising two separate homes; Leeward House and Cottage. We believe in offering our young people a safe, supporting, nurturing and therapeutic environment, where they can build purposeful relationships with the staff team. We aim to make their stay a positive one, where they can learn new skills and undertake new experiences, as well as broaden their horizons and achieve.

Our highly experienced team offer support, advice and encouragement in order to assist the young people to manage emotions, anxieties and experiences, with a focus on developing self-esteem and self-confidence. Structure is provided through daily living routines, activities and 1:1 time with key workers.

Leeward Care Ltd

Contact: Sharon Ashton / Lisa Burgess

Position: Registered Manager / Deputy Manager

Address: Leeward Care Ltd, Leeward House, The Broadway, Totland Bay, Isle of Wight, PO39 0BL

Telephone: 01983 752333


Type of provision: Children’s home – Emotional Behavioural Difficulties



Age range on admission: Birth to 18

Geographical location: South East, South West

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Booth House is an Ofsted Registered (Reg: SC486114) high intensity therapeutic residential home, offering 4 placements for girls aged 11 to 17 years.

We specialise in the recovery from and treatment of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) but the facility is not exclusively CSE. Booth House offers planned admissions only with high intensity therapeutic care for any girls who present disorganised and disintegrated attachment, chronic trauma and dissociation.

Booth House is an exciting new facility for young girls.

The environment is very warm and homely, designed to make any young person feel at ease and safe. It boasts over 7 bedrooms, 2 kitchens and 4 bathrooms! It is furnished to a very high specification, with high standards throughout. From some of the rooms, you can even overlook its gorgeous gardens. It is a truly impressive residential home. The package of support, therapy and activities that is available at this home is vast and unique.

Booth House opened to placements in August 2015.

If you want more information about Booth House or any of the services offered by Julie Stirpe and her team, please do not hesitate to contact Julie Stirpe at [email protected] or [email protected]

Telephone 01282 685348

The Statement of Purpose and Young Person’s Guide is available and viewings can be arranged, by contacting via above.

Life Change Care Limited

Company Website: www.lifechangecare.co.ukContact: Nathan BentleyPosition: Operations ManagerAddress: 119 Business First Business Centre, Empire Way, Burnley, BB12 6HATelephone: 01282 685348Email: [email protected] of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s Care HomeGender GirlsTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 1 Total number of registered beds: 4Size range of homes: 4Age range on admission: 11-17Specialist services: Child Sexual Exploitation, with high experience in trauma based casesRegistered school or other Just Teachers Education Agency (provides in-house Education foreducation provision: the children)Therapeutic provision: Yes, Life Change Care is sister companies to JSA Psychotherapy, a

provider of psychotherapeutic intervention services. Booth House adopts a therapeutic model, which influences the care given from the staff team.

Other services: 7 Days Waking Watch, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, EMDR, Play and Creative Arts Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychosexual Therapy, Theraplay, Psychotherapeutic, Psychological and Education Assessments, Therapeutic Life Story Work, Relationship Therapy, Therapeutic and Counselling Support.


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For 24 years, The Lioncare Group has led the way in therapeutic childcare & education.

Our four therapeutic community homes, and our therapeutic SEBD independent school, follow socio-psychodynamic practice within the therapeutic community approach.

Our 18+ supported accommodation programme (registered with CQC), incorporates principles of the standards for enabling environments to support young adults through the difficult transition from residential care to inter-dependent living.

Our homes are consistently

rated highly by OfSTED and are accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, as recognised therapeutic communities or working towards accreditation.

Our school (also a recognised examination centre), provides children aged 7-16, who have previously struggled to access and achieve in education, the opportunity to gain a positive and enjoyable experience of learning, a specialised project-based curriculum with individual support for numeracy and literacy and spelling, work-experience, college placements, and the means to achieve their full potentials.

Our training & consultancy service runs accredited programmes in therapeutic childcare and education, restrictive physical intervention, and safe environments (holistic H&S training), and offers professional consultancy and support to foster carers, managers, and whole organisations.

We offer children & young people with complex needs aged 6-18+, the means to resolve past trauma, achieve greater stability in their present lives, gain a positive experience of childhood and adolescence and education, and be able to face the future with confidence.

The Lioncare Group

Company Website: www.lioncare.co.uk Contact: Matt Vince B.Sc. PGDip. M.A. Position: Executive DirectorAddress: Lioncare House, 58a Livingstone Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3WLTelephone: 01273 720424Email: General: [email protected], Referrals: [email protected],

Recruitment: [email protected] Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s Homes, Therapeutic SEBD Education,

18+ Supported Accomodation, Specialist Training and Consultancy.Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes 4 Therapeutic Children’s Homes with 1 integrated DfE Registeredand other services: Therapeutic SEBD School. Also 18+ Supported Accommodation on

request.Total number of registered beds: 24 (OfSTED) and 2 (CQC)Size range of homes: 2 x 7 placements age range 6-16, 2 x 5 placements age range 12-18, 2 x

1 placement age range 18+.Age range on admission: 6-12 (2 homes), 12-16 (2 homes), 18+ (2 premises), 7-16 (school)Specialist service: Accredited Therapeutic Child Care and Education, Specialist Training,

Consultancy to Foster Carers and Childcare teams and organisations, bespoke 18+ Supported Accommodation Service.

Name and qualifications: We hold a vast range of qualifications across our organisation, from level 3 Diploma’s to Masters degrees; details are available on request.

Registered school: The Lioncare School DfE: 846/6043 Other education provision: Partnership with local mainstream and special schools, FE colleges and

adult training services.Therapeutic provision: We are accredited as a therapeutic community by The Royal College of

Psychiatrists (Community of Communities).Geographical location: South East

www.lioncare.co.uk

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MRCS operates two children’s homes, catering for up to 10 young people and a school for boys with behavioural emotional and social difficulties. Typically, those we look after and / or educate present with a range of behaviours including EBD, Autism, Aspergers, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Anger Management and other complex needs.

Within our facilities, young people are engaged in a range of activities, individualised programmes and interventions that address their specific

needs and circumstances, with an ultimate aim of providing stability, routine and good outcomes.

We provide a hub to facilitate coordinated care, education and health packages to enable young people to receive support to be healthy, stay safe, achieve more in education, and develop skills to become employable and productive in society.

McRae Residential Care Services (MRCS) Limited

Company Website: www.mrcscare.co.uk

Contact: Paul Rhys-Taylor


Address: 57 Lodge Road, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 2PH

Telephone: 020 8689 0224


Type of provision: Residential Care Home

Gender: Boys

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 2 x Children’s homes, 1 x EBD school



Registered school or other education provision: Kingsdown Secondary School


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Meadows Care provides unique, fully-integrated therapeutic care and education for young people with complex ESBD. These include experiences of abuse, trauma, neglect, learning needs, mental health issues and multiple placement failures. We have worked with young people who offend, self-harm are vulnerable to CSE and who express their difficulties in a variety of challenging ways. Our one, two and three- bedded homes are located in both rural and community-based. We use restorative practice to guide our young people in managing difficulties and conflict. We take males and females and will

develop a staff team according to need.All young people are matched according to risk but solo occupancy is available for individuals with significant needs. Our therapy team provide specialised evidence-based assessment and interventions for young people, with excellent rates of engagement and improving outcomes. We take external referrals for support and accommodation or for outreach support. Our education provision can be delivered 1:1 or in a small group setting either at the home

or school. Each young person receives an individual education plan and time table that follows the national curriculum. High quality service delivery and positive outcomes are critical to our continued success. Our integrated provision is built upon our child centred ethos. All care staff, therapists, teachers and workers are fully employed by Meadows Care and are passionate and proud to share the organisation’s ethos, culture and values.

Meadows Care Limited

Company Website: www.meadowscare.co.uk

Contact: Niel Shelmerdine

Position: Director

Address: Egerton House, Wardle Road, Wardle, Rochdale, OL12 9EN

Telephone: 01706 630 022 On Call 07973 630956 / Fax: 01706 630033

Email: [email protected] / ***[email protected]

Type of provision: Fully Integrated Therapeutic Care, Support and Education in solo, dual and three-bedded homes with a separate day school.

Gender: Mixed or male and female only homes

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 19 Homes, 1 School


Size range of homes: 1, 2 and 3 bed homes


Specialist service: Specialist service: 1:1 and 2:1 staffing ratios and therapeutic care and education for solo/dual/ three bedded residential living. Our education provision offers 1:1 personalised education delivered from the homes and our school which offers small group education.

Name and qualifications: ***Niel Shelmerdine, Director (CSS), Karen Brandon (L5 DIP in Leadership & Management), Dr Jane Toner, Head of Therapy (Dclin Psy, MSc), Lianne Taylor, Placements Manager.

Registered school: Meadows School is an independent specialist school and a registered examination centre, providing qualifications from entry level to GCSE’s and vocational awards. Registration number 354/6202. Recently Ofsted graded Good.

Other education provision: ***Excellent links to local colleges and mainstream. 1:1 home tuition, and small group education.

Therapeutic provision: Our specialist in-house clinical team lead by Dr Jane Toner, delivers evidence-based assessments and interventions for working with young people. These include a range of CBT approaches, DBT, EMDR, Motivation Interviewing, Compassionate Mind Work and Family work.

Geographical location: North West, Yorks & Humberside

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Moonreach Ltd

Company Website: www.moonreach.org.uk

Contact: Fern Cowie


Address: 51 Middle Deal Road, Deal, Kent, CT14 9RG

Telephone: 01304 367799

Fax: 01304 389243


Type of provision: Children’s home

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: small

Age range on admission: 10 plus

Specialist service: Emotional and behavioural difficulties, supporting towards independence

Registered school: No

Other education provision: No

Therapeutic provision: In-house counselling and commissioned specialist therapy

Other services: Workshops and one-to-one coaching


Moonreach comprises two spacious 2-bedroomed specialised homes, located in a quiet residential area in the seaside town of Deal in Kent.

We provide security and stability for children and young people in a safe environment. We aim to offer high quality residential care and support to the children and young people, in as near to a family environment as possible.

Accommodation is for a maximum of two 10 to 18 year olds in each house at a time, so close keyworking is achieved to assist

and support the transition into independent living.

www.moonreach.org.uk

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Company Website: www.motivationscare.co.uk

Contact: To be notified


Address: Powell Studios, 33a Powell Street, Birmingham, B1 3DH

Telephone: 0121 212 2229

Fax: 0121 212 1497


Type of provision: Therapeutic residential children’s homes

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 3 residential children’s homes


Size range of homes: 2 x 3 bed and 1 x 4 bed


Specialist service: EBD, MLD, Aspergers, ASD, Sexually harmful behaviour, Sexual exploitation, Childhood trauma and abuse.

Other education provision: Archways Academy

Therapeutic provision: Psychodynamically informed practice as well as CBT, Art and Play Therapy

Other services: Training, team dynamic consultancy, supervision and sexual health outreach


Motivations Activity Projects Ltd

Based in the West Midlands, Motivations is equipped to offer individualised care to children and young people who have complex needs.

Often the children come with failed attachments, poor social skills and a complete lack of self-esteem. Many are out of education or performing poorly.

Using small family-style homes in both urban and rural areas, with a minimum of 1:1 staffing, children are offered safe containing environments to address their complex needs

with trained permanent staff (no agency policy).

Staff are supported through a network of professionals and an assessment and treatment process, designed to produce evidenced outcomes.

Education can be sourced through a specialist provider, if required, who we work closely with. Independent living skills are part of the moving on process to equip young people for a life outside of residential care.

www.motivationscare.co.uk


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We are the leading UK charity for people with autism (including Asperger syndrome) and their families. We provide information, support and pioneering schools and services, and campaign for a better world for people with autism.

Every child is different, which is why at our five autism-specific schools, we work closely with each student to help them achieve their full potential and prepare for adulthood.

We support over 500 children and young people across the UK

between the ages of 4 and 19, tailoring support to the needs of each student and offering a variety of placements from day to all-year-round residential support.

Our residential children’s homes offer a nurturing, autism specific environment, with flexible residential placements from term-time only to 52 weeks per year.

Our services are child-centred and focused on the development of communication, social interaction and inclusion,

supported by a dedicated staff team, who are specialists in working with young people with autism.

The National Autistic Society

Company Website: www.autism.org.ukContact: Helen EyersPosition: Responsible IndividualAddress: Services for children, Church House, Church Road, Filton, Bristol,

BS34 7BDTelephone: +44 (0)117 974 8430Fax: +44 (0)117 987 2576Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Children and Young People with an Autism Spectrum DisorderGender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes 3 children’s homes, plus 5 residential special schools for children

and young people with an autism spectrum disorder.Total number of registered beds: 36Size range of homes: 4+Age range on admission: 6 -16Specialist services: Autism Spectrum DisordersOther education provision: 5 residential special schoolsRegistered school or Other The children and young people in our children’s’ homes are

supported by our independent schools.Therapeutic provision: Autism specific support tailored to the individual child, using the

NAS SPELL framework and My Progress. Access to Psychology, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy.

Other services: 5 residential special schools, short break services, education support services.

Geographical location: South West, South East, London, Yorks & Humberside.

and other services:

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NH Care currently operates a number of Learning Disability/EBD/Autism Children’s Homes within the West Midlands Area with plans for expansion into other geographical areas. NH Care homes vary in size from 2 beds to 6 beds and we are able to provide solo placements on request.

We cater for Children and Young People with mild to severe learning disabilities and are able to provide additional supervision levels and support, if so required.

NH Care can also offer a full transition to Adult Services, if required. It operates Adult provisions within the locality of

the Children’s Homes, therefore offering transitions from Child to Adult Care, allowing children and young people to continue their efforts to develop social inclusion within a familiar community and maintain the links they have developed in their childhood.

NH Care also operates homes for Children and Young People with emotional and behavioural difficulties with plans to open our second home in the next few months.

Clinical, Mental Health Therapeutic services are all available on request.

We are planning to offer

education provision from our own school - this is scheduled to be operational from September 2016.

All of the company’s children’s homes are currently rated good or above with two of the homes currently graded “Outstanding”. We are members of National Autism Society and two of our homes are currently going through the Specialist Autism Home Accreditation process.

NH Care is highly competitive on costs and will work closely with placing authorities to provide the specific services they require.

NH Care

Company Website: www.nhcare.co.uk (currently under construction)

Contact: Glen Smith / Rikesh Asthana / Sukh Bains

Position: Operations Manager / Director

Address: 69 Steward Street, Birmingham, B18 7AF

Telephone: 07817 237465 / 07966 534722 / 07989 436319

Fax: 0845 8677111

Email: [email protected] / [email protected] /[email protected]

Type of provision: EBD/LD/Autism

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 5-8 Homes

Total number of registered beds: 21-25 Beds

Size range of homes: 2-6 Bed


Specialist services: Autism Specialist Homes

Other education provision: School under registration

Registered school or other education provision: Currently Undergoing Registration

Therapeutic provision: Consultancy and Therapists Commissioned, if required


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Within each home, we strive to provide individualised and bespoke care for all of our children and young people. Our expert staff are trained to meet the needs of each individual, in order to support each young person to achieve their personal goals and aspirations.

Homes are located in quiet residential areas within Sunderland and County Durham. They are designed in an autism friendly manner, to help children overcome any additional sensory needs that they may have. Children and Young people are encouraged to contribute to the design decoration and furnishing

of their homes.

We undertake a comprehensive and holistic initial assessment of each young person, in order to ascertain their starting point. From this, we will work with each young person and their family in order to develop an individualised plan of care.

Each young person has a keyworker who works closely with each individual and will advocate on their behalf. We work with young people to develop priority areas, to promote independence and self-help skills. We support each young person to take part in activities within the local and

wider community that they enjoy such as; swimming, wall climbing, walking, trampolining, and sports.

Please see the link below for further information about the services and how we meet the needs of our children and young people.

http://www.ne-as.org.uk/Pages/Category/child-residential-care

Twitter https://twitter.com/NEAutismSociety

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/North-East-Autism-Society-158474420876684/

North East Autism Society

Company Website: www.ne-as.org.uk

Contact: Brian Stoker


Address: North East Autism Society, 16 / 17 Lumley Court, Chester le Street, Durham DH2 1AN

Telephone: 0191 4109974

Fax: 0191 4924380


Type of provision: Specialist 52 week residential care with educational provisions

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 5 children’s homes & 2 Education Provisions

Total number of registered beds: 23 (4 bed & 6 bed)

Age range on admission: 4 – 19

Specialist services: Autism and associated conditions

Other education provision: Alternative education provision for children and young people who struggle to engage in a class room environment

Registered school or other Thornhill Park School – Sunderland and North East Centre foreducation provision: Autism - County Durham

Therapeutic provision: Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy


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Provision of long-term therapeutic care for very young children with complex emotional needs.

North East Specialist Therapeutic Services

Company Website: www.nests-care.co.uk

Contact: Sean McClelland

Position: Manager

Address: 34 Westbourne Road, Hartlepool, TS25 5RE

Telephone: 01429 231090



Gender: Mixed




Specialist services: Psychotherapy, therapeutic play, life story work


Geographical location: North East, Yorks & Humberside

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We are a unique residential specialist service, offering bespoke adolescent and mental health services for ages 8-25 years. We have a school, vocational farm provision and various therapeutic individualised treatment packages available such as; Psychotherapy, Drama, Art, Music, Play therapy, EMDR, DDT, Counselling, Equine therapy and family work

All long-term placements are subject to a 7 week impartial assessment. Each service is tailored specifically around the holistic needs of the child.

We have a NON EXCLUSION policy and have never terminated a placement. We NEVER use agency staff.

The multi-disciplinary team consists of Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Psychotherapists, Social Workers, Counsellors & Therapists, Registered Mental Health Nurses, Teachers,SENCO, Clinical Psychologist, Care Managers and Care staff.

Services: High staffing ratios within singleton placements, or small shared accommodation within eight Children’s Homes. Comprehensive case research

and transitional planning prior to placement. Follow-on, fully supported outreach projects for post 16. All homes rated as OUTSTANDING by Ofsted consistently. Awarded prestigious GOLD Investors in People status.

Education: Comprehensive, unique, bespoke, specialist curriculum, delivered by qualified teaching staff.

Company Website: www.newforestcare.co.uk

Contact: Pakinam White

Position: Director

Address: Bartley Office, Chinham Road, Bartley, Southampton, SO40 2LF

Telephone: 023 808 17040 Fax: 023 808 11630


Type of provision: Specialist long-term residential homes, school, emergency outward bounds provision, treatment and therapy teams.

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes 8 specialist residential homes, registered school, therapy department,and other services: outreach provisions for post 16, outward bounds emergency provision.


Size range of homes: 1x1 bedded, 2x3 bedded, 5x4 bedded (3 homes with self-contained annexes for additional support needs, where young people can either reside alone, or be integrated into main home dependent on needs).


Specialist service: Asperger’s/ ASD/LD/Abuse/ Significant Mental Health concerns/ Attachment Disorders/ Self Harm/ those subject to MAPPA. Full assessment undertaken on placement. NON exclusion. NFC work within the theoretical model of attachment as the basis for all its work.

Name and qualifications: Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist,Educational Psychologist, Psychotherapists, Senior Mental Health Nurse, Social Workers, Teachers, SENCO.

Registered school: Registered School and vocational working farm, offering full curriculum with bespoke individualised plans; very small group tuition.

Other education provision: Vocational working farm and outward bounds.

Therapeutic provision: Psychotherapy, including using a Dyadic Development Model, Drama, Art, Play and Music Therapy, EMDR, Counselling, Equine Therapy & Family work available.

Other services: Comprehensive assessments, outward bounds emergency provision.

Geographical location: South East and South West

New Forest Care

Correspondence address:- New Forest Care Ltd Main Office, Bartley Cross, Chinham Road, Bartley, Southampton, SO40 2LF Administration: 023 8081 7040 Fax: 023 8081 1630 E-Mail: [email protected]

New Forest Care

Registered address: - New Forest Care Ltd ~ Solent House, 107A Alma Road, Portswood, Southampton, SO14 6UY

New Forest Care – Registered in England No. 4228723 www.newforestcare.ltd.uk

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New Horizons (NW) Ltd are providers of homes with a high ratio of hand selected professional staff, that give recognised emotional and educational support to young people from a wide range of backgrounds. Our home in Sefton, is an Ofsted registered 5-bedded children’s home which one of the bedrooms could be set as a semi-independent ‘flatlet’, providing its own facilities. The spacious house has a warm homely feel. Douglas House and Field View are our 2-bedded semi-rural support plus homes, which provides a high staff ratio and also provides a warm and

homely feel. New Horizon’s young person developmental program is structured over years and not only do the young people have the immediate support of the staff team under the same roof, but as they develop, the home and staff allow this development to nurture into our goal of independent living. Our staff members are very much involved with the young person on each day of their journey to this goal, ensuring the necessary independent skills are being developed and pathway targets are being met. The staff members have all worked with each other over the

last 5 years and we operate a rolling rota system so that one member of staff on duty, always knows the previous day’s events, thus providing continuity and routine in the life of the young person.New Horizons (NW) Ltd operates an ‘all inclusive cost’ which includes transport to and from arranged contact, appointments, activities and clothing. Also included is free education with a qualified teacher on-site, until a suitable education placement can be identified and we can provide therapy with a BACP accredited therapist, if needed.

New Horizons (NW) Ltd

Company Website: www.newhorizonsnw.co.uk

Contact: Vicky Wilden / Tracy Smith

Position: Operational Manager / Business Development Manager

Address: Horizon House, 52 Bath Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0DH

Telephone: 01704 518915



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 2-5 bed


Specialist services: Therapy available by BACP therapist, EBD, mild to moderate learning difficulties

Other education provision: On-site education with qualified teacher until suitable education placement can be identified.

Name & Qualifications: Management and staff are professionally qualified beyond the minimum requirements.

Therapeutic provision: Therapy can be provided by a BACP accredited therapist.


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New Rays Care is a newly established provider of therapeutic residential care for children and young people aged 10-17, based in the Midlands.

The service is suitable for children and young people that have experienced early life trauma, which may present itself as a range of emotional and behavioural needs, such as poor/low self-esteem, self-harm, cultural identity issues, sexually harmful behaviour as well as physical aggression.

Our teams are qualified, experienced, and receive regular

and relevant training, not only to support and soothe our young people through a clinically-led parenting model (see Model of Care), but to ensure that they are given the opportunity to pursue personal interests and hobbies, be included and take part in order to support their accomplishments, success and promote positive outcomes.

New Rays Care is committed to undertaking a thorough admissions process and assessment that enables the care plan delivery and frames our ability to meet this obligation.

New Rays Care is invested in the continued development of all colleagues and services, always seeking to identify training provisions structured to help ensure that we both deliver outcomes and meet our commitment set out within our homes’ statement of purpose.

Inclusion, participation and empowerment are key functional attributes we promote for all young people through accessing services and engaging with experiences that help build opportunities and futures.

New Rays Care Services

Company Website: www.new-rays.com

Contact: Dave Hughes

Position: Regional Operations Manager

Address: 1 Sketchely Close, B66 3BN

Telephone: 0121 2389455 / 07496 517093


Type of provision: Therapeutic

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 2 x 4 bed homes

Age range on admission: 10 -17 on admission

Specialist services: Due to the complexity of our young people’s needs, and the multiple traumas they will have survived, we base our practise on a Developmental Trauma Model, as formulated by Dr Laurence Heller and Aline LaPierre (2012).

Name & Qualifications: All colleagues have either formal professional or vocational, qualifications coupled with active CPD plans.

Therapeutic provision: BACP registered therapeutic clinical lead provides Drama-therapy Neuro-Affective Relational Model of therapy.


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North Lakes Children’s Services has 4 care homes and a Specialist Independent School, providing safe, nurturing homes for young people to live, grow and be themselves. Our school enables learning, re-engagement and achieving qualifications.

We work with young people who have specific and important; Social, Emotional and Behavioural needs. Consulting with young people, families and professionals enables us to understand how to care for, safeguard and educate individuals effectively. This approach promotes a shared understanding of placement aims, outcomes and achievements made.

Appropriate child-centred care and educational plans are devised through:-

• Listening to all a young person is capable of

• Understanding areas of interest for learning now and in the future

• Allowing the young person to “be” and to “explore”

• Identifying what a young person wishes to improve

• Achieving targets set by the young person and the local authority to evidence progress

• Narrowing the gaps in a supportive, developmental manner

• Recognising progress and creating new goals

Our flexibility to match the young person’s presenting needs, behaviours and academic abilities is a key service strength.

Kirby Moor House: nurturing care for younger boys rated Outstanding 2012, 2013, 2014.

Woodend House: rural, supportive home from home for boys 13+ rated Outstanding 2014.

Kenilworth House: town-based preparation for independence home rated Outstanding 2014.

Warwick House: new launch Feb 2015 for boys aged 12+ focussing on community integration, located for our own or mainstream schools.

Kirby Moor School rated Outstanding in all areas 2014, “Pupils make outstanding progress. The quality of teaching is outstanding…”

North Lakes Children’s Services

Company Website: www.nlcs.uk.comContact: Sarah AbbeyPosition: Referrals and Marketing OfficerAddress: NLCS, Warwick Mill Business Village, Warwick Bridge, Carlisle,

CA4 8RRTelephone: 01228 564 430Email: [email protected] of provision: 52 Week Residential Childcare and full time 38 week education at

our Independent Special SchoolTotal number of childrens’ homes 4 Male Children’s Homes, and 1 Schooland other services: Total number of registered beds: 24Size range of homes: 5 – 8Age range on admission: 9 – 18Specialist services: Therapy available for young people, staff support and consultancy.

Step down service available via links to mainstream schools & colleges.

Other education provision: Specialist Independent School with class size of max 5.Name & Qualifications: Kirby Moor School teaches the national curriculum at GCSE &

equivalent, OCR Nationals & AQA Levels.Registered School or other Education Provision: Kirby Moor School for boys aged 10-18, an Outstanding rated

specialist Independent schoolTherapeutic provision: With a local Therapeutic provider and the organisation accesses

training and consultancy.Geographical location: North West

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Our homes are dedicated to providing care with supportive interventions for children and young people who can no longer live with their families.

We provide a stimulating environment which develops life skills, drives positive behaviours and encourages our children to reach their rightful potential.

Through our integrated YMCA Services, and multi-agency cooperation, each individual young person obtains the social, emotional and educational resilience and opportunities to

equip them for a positive future in the community.

Nottinghamshire YMCA

Company Website: www.Nottsymca.org

Contact: Brenda Serrant


Address: Voluntary Action Centre, 7 Mansfield Road, Nottingham, NG1 3FB

Telephone: 0115 9567600


Total number of childrens’ homes 3 children’s home with access to additional YMCA youth andand other services: children’s services


Size range of homes: 2/3 bedroom homes



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Nugent Care provides high quality residential provision for children and young people aged 4 to 19. It also has educational facilities with 2 special schools offering a broad and balanced curriculum, with the emphasis on integrating our pupils into mainstream education and have successfully entered our pupils into GCSE exams.

The therapeutic needs of the children and young people are met by a team of clinical professionals who will undertake assessments, diagnosis, ongoing intervention and

reflective practice with both care and educational staff. Our experienced staff are trained in the provision of care and education for students with emotional behaviour and mental health needs.

Clumber also has a facility for young mothers (under the age of 18 years) and their babies. Full assessments of parenting skills can be undertaken and reports prepared for court proceedings.

Nugent Care

Company Website: www.nugentcare.org

Contact: Alan Challinor

Position: Head of Therapeutic Services

Address: 99 Edge Lane, Liverpool, L7 2PE

Telephone: 0151 261 2000


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Homes with Education



Size range of homes: A range of provision offering 1 to 1 and multi-bedded homes up to 5 beds

Age range on admission: 4yrs to 16yrs

Specialist services: Therapeutic service offering full assessment and diagnostic intervention

Other education provision: Nugent House School. Clarence High School

Registered school or other Nugent House School and Clarence High offer full Nationaleducation provision: Curriculum and Trade skills/Work experience/Life skills.

Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic service offering full assessment and diagnostic intervention with on-site professionals

Other services: Secure Accommodation provision. Mother and Baby. Adoption Service. Social Work in Merseyside Schools


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Therapeutic residential care home for young women aged 10 to 17 years. Specialising in young women who are self-harming, suicidal ideation and/or mental disorders.

• Provide a staff team which is non-judgemental and trained in Gestalt counselling. All staff have completed or are working towards their NVQ’s.

• Staff complete detailed key work sessions with the young women, these sessions cover:-

• Social & Emotional Skills

• Behaviour Skills

• Drug & Alcohol

• Emotional Health & Wellbeing

• Provide therapeutic tools like art, drama, key-work sessions, etc. to help the young person explore and gain a better understanding of themselves - all young women are offered regular sessions with a qualified Gestalt Psychotherapist

• Assess the development of a young person in:- Offending, Motivation and Taking Responsibility, Self-Care and Living Skills, Managing Money, Social Networks and Relationships, Drug and Alcohol Misuse, Physical Health, Emotional and Mental Health, Meaningful use of Time

• Teaching the young person life skills to prepare them for life after our care.

• We encourage and stress the importance for our young people to attend education, whether it be through mainstream schooling, home tutoring or via our onsite ASDAN tutor.

• The use of Positive Behavioural Intervention Support (PBIS) process to support young people with autism.

• EEG Biofeedback (neuro-feedback) therapy – This involves opening up new avenues for communication for the young person between their body and their brain. The therapy includes monitoring a young persons Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Skin Conductance Level (SCL).

Oak House Childrens Home Ltd

Company Website: www.oakhousehome.co.uk

Contact: Saheena Saeed

Position: Director

Address: c/o ABC Care Solutions, 249 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 4TG

Telephone: 0208 5541112

Fax: 0208 5541115


Type of provision: Therapeutic Female – specialising in suicidal ideation and mental health disorders/autism.

Gender: Female

Total number of childrens’ homes 1and other services:


Age range on admission: 10 plus

Specialist services: Therapeutic – Gestalt therapist

Other education provision: ASDAN

Therapeutic provision: Gestalt, Biofeedback therapy, Psychotherapist.


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One to One has been established since 1997, offering individual accommodation that is a viable alternative to a secure setting for many young people.

We provide an intense level of supervision in a caring and professional manner, with the emphasis on positive change.

We offer a therapeutic package, which includes individual sessions with a qualified, experienced therapist, tailored to the individual needs of each young person. Staff receive regular training and supervision

to support and equip them for working with and understanding challenging behaviour.

We have experience working with a wide range of challenging behaviours including; sexually harmful behaviour, self-injury, CSE, offending behaviour, trauma, attachment disorder and ASD.

One to One Crisis Intervention Ltd

Contact: Annie Westbrook

Position: Director

Address: 5 Newton Road, Kingsteignton, Devon, TQ12 3AL

Telephone: 01626 352911


Type of provision: Single occupancy children’s homes



Size range of homes: Single occupancy

Age range on admission: 7



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Options is a proactive and forward thinking organisation run by an experienced management team and supported by sector specialists. Through the success of our services, the outcomes delivered to those accessing them, and in recognition of the changing needs of the services and individuals in our care, over the 16 years since founded, we have expanded our facilities and developed the services offered within them.

We offer bespoke support services to children and young people with autism, complex needs and behavioural, emotional and social difficulties

(BESD) and help them to achieve their personal ambitions for independent living and lead fulfilling lives.

We are proud of our first class facilities and employ hundreds of passionate, dedicated staff who deliver high-quality care, education and clinical services every day.

Our homes are managed by skilled, expert and caring staff, each offering a homely environment, specifically designed to meet the individual needs of the young person. Our services and support are unique, bespoke and tailor made to fit each individual’s needs. We

have successfully developed outcome models for each of our services, which enables us to demonstrate the development made by each individual in our care. Due to the breadth of our services, we are able to adapt to the needs of the individual at different points in time, whether that be increasing or decreasing the care required. This enables us to provide a range of care options within a journey of support for our young people and their families. We share every step of that journey with them.

Options Group Ltd

Company Website: www.optionsgroup.co.uk

Contact: Jane Worsley

Position: Managing Director Autism & LD Services

Address: Turnpike Gate House, Alcester Heath, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5JG

Telephone: 01789 767800


Type of provision: A range of specialist integrated residential, education and fostering services for children and young people with ASC and BESD.

Gender: Mixed



Specialist services: BESD and ASC

Therapeutic provision: SLT, Occupational Therapy, Educational Therapy, Psychiatry and Psychotherapy

Geographical location: All Regions

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Oracle Care and Education provides bespoke packages of care and education in a therapeutic environment. We work with young people with extensive, complex and enduring needs, who display high risk behaviours.

Oracle has 12 children’s homes, across both our Bedfordshire and Cheshire/Staffordshire regions. All our homes are detached and offer either 2 or 3 young person placements. Our homes are situated in pleasant surroundings and within active communities, to allow our young people to integrate with a variety of local activities and

amenities. Each home has its own qualified and experienced Registered Manager, as well as its own dedicated staff team that provide risk assessed support and supervision.

We offer medium to long-term placements, usually on a 52 week basis. However, requests for school term time only placements will be considered, where this is in the best interests of the child or young person.

All our staff are trained and supported by a team of highly skilled consultant psychologists,

who assist the delivery of individual Education, Care and Health plans and guide therapeutic practice in our schools and children’s homes. Staff recruitment and training is underpinned by therapeutic competencies developed by TCTC and our Team Around the Child model, ensures a fully integrated approach and collective responsibility for best outcomes.

We are members of ‘TCTC’ The Consortium for Therapeutic Communities and ‘ISA’ The Independent Schools Association.

Oracle Care Ltd

Company Website: www.oraclecare.com Contact: Alice LomasPosition: Business and Relationships ManagerAddress: Dane Valley Mill, Havannah Street, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 2AH Telephone: 01260 296 790 Fax: 01260 297 673Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Fully integrated residential therapeutic care & education in 2 or 3

bedded homes with 1:1 staffing & off-site DfE registered schools. Gender: Mixed Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 12 homes, 2 schools Total number of registered beds: 34Size range of homes: 2 x 2 bed and 10 x 3 bedAge range on admission: 10-17Specialist service: Challenging behaviours which may include: SHB, learning

disabilities, low self esteem, social isolation, higher functioning ASD, self harm and attachment issues.

Name and qualifications: Steve Bromley, CEO Registered school: Registration numbers 895/6035 and 822/6013Other education provision: Links to local colleges, vocational and alternative educational

provision. Therapeutic provision: Integrated therapeutic provision with Communities of Communities

(CofC) and The Consortium for Therapeutic Communities (TCTC) membership.

Geographical location: North West, West Midlands, Eastern

www.oraclecare.com

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The residential provision is in a 1920s house while the educational facility is a purpose built school with a number of classrooms and specialist equipment. The home has been converted to make it suitable for the provision of care whilst maintaining a homely feel.

The surrounding grounds sit in 6.5 acres and have several areas of interest and stimulation, including a sensory garden, patio area, work shed, vegetable and fruit patch, water play area, play equipment, all weather paths, coppice and nature area and a

pond. Indoors, there is a sensory room, craft centre, kitchen and a playroom.

Individual needs are taken into account through continuous assessment and developmental planning. This includes diet and nutritional needs.

We commission the services of experienced occupational and speech & language therapists and these can be accessed by the young people. All Therapists have the required qualifications and appropriate insurances.

We aim to be the best in class in every area in which we

operate. Our Place provides an environment in which the young people feel cherished and secure, fulfilled and content.

Most of the staff team have had prior training up to NVQ3 in Caring for Children or equivalent or higher qualifications, those that don’t hold the minimum qualification (NVQ 3) prior to starting undertake training for the Level 3 Children and Young People’s Workforce Diploma or Advanced Apprenticeship in Children’s Care and Learning Development after their probationary period.

Our Places Schools

Company Website: www.ourplaceschools.com

Contact: Lena Graham

Position: Head of Facilities

Address: The Orchard, Bransford, Worcestershire, WR6 5JE

Telephone: 01886 833378


Type of provision: 52 week residential care and education

Gender: Mixed




Age range on admission: We are registered for 8 young people aged under 18, as long as any new placements are compatible with the other children accommodated.

Specialist services: We offer therapeutic intervention and approach to challenging behaviour and emotional well-being.



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Overley Hall School in Shropshire is an independent, residential special school and children’s home, providing education and residential care for children and young adults from eight to nineteen years, who have a range of complex additional needs and diagnoses, including autism and learning disabilities. The education campus and residential care accommodation are located on one site, in a peaceful, rural setting, with many features and facilities that benefit students, including: Sensory Rooms, soft play room,

walled kitchen garden, woodland areas, workshops, playground and hydropool.

We are dedicated to offering every student a wide variety of good quality learning and leisure experiences, both on and off-site, to enhance their learning opportunities and quality of life. We have a person-centred, therapeutic approach, through which we nurture and support each individual’s interests and progress towards their own personal potential and level of independence. This is done through the delivery of a waking

day curriculum. We work in close partnerships with parents, carers, placing authorities and a range of professionals.

Overley Hall School

Company Website: www.overleyhall.com

Contact: Jackie Davenport


Address: Overley Hall School, Wellington, Telford, TF6 5HE

Telephone: 01952 740262

Fax: 01952 740262


Type of provision: Residential Special School

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 1 site


Registered school or Other education provision: Registered Independent School

Therapeutic provision: OT and Salt


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Our model of care is based on looking after young people in warm, friendly, comfortable homes where all their needs are met, while at the same time paying close attention to helping them manage their behaviours.

This high warmth/high control ethos, supported with unconditional positive regard, has a proven track record of achieving best outcomes in young people.

All young people have a comprehensive Risk Assessment completed within six weeks of their arrival, which then generates a number of Risk

Management Plans that staff work with to keep young people safe.

Each young person has an individually designed placement plan constructed in partnership with them. The plan reflects each young person’s particular needs and forms the basis for on-going direct work, to help them secure their goals and achieve their ambitions.

Because we care about the young people we look after, we want them to learn how to manage their behaviours to release their inner potential. Each young person has an

individualised behaviour management plan, targeted at the parts of their behaviour they find most difficult to manage, so that in time and with support, these things can be brought under control and the young person can progress.

Pathfinders believe that the first level of intervention within our homes is the development of open, honest and trusting relationships which allows a real level of attachment. Once our young people feel safe, secure and cared for, they may then be ready to embark on the next level of their development.

Pathfinders Childcare Ltd

Company Website: www.pathfindersltd.co.uk

Contact: Liz Cooper


Address: Middle Red Lumb Farm, Norden, Rochdale, OL12 7TX

Telephone: 07855 307261


Type of provision: Residential child care

Gender: Mixed







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PCS is a specialist provider of social care services to children, young people and young adults with complex care needs. PCS was established in 2000 and has an excellent track record in delivering bespoke high quality, person-centred care placements for children and young people and vulnerable adults. PCS specialise in delivering care services to ‘hard to place‘ young people, including ‘step down‘ provision service, the Tier 4 Mental Health estate, severe learning disabled young people, and young people with complex care needs [Severe challenging behaviour / Pervasive developmental disorders].PCS was responsible for pioneering the small home’s philosophy within the East Midlands. This person-

centred approach offers family like care environments in which young people receive dedicated care and attention, thus safeguarding and promoting their welfare and development.PCS is synonymous with: • Outstanding outcomes. • An anti-criminalisation approach to caring for and managing children and young people. • Good or Outstanding regulatory / OFSTED performance as standard • Reluctance to fail children by way of discharge • Responsive, innovative services. • Bespoke, person-centred care provision, including CQC Registered Domiciliary Care Service • Capable, committed and energetic

work-force. • Flexibility. • An Investor in People Gold Organisation • Approved Provider for the GOEM Region, and the West Midland Consortium of local authorities, and the White Rose Framework. Block contracted by Sheffield City Council • Excellent Track record of achieving good outcomes in urban, multi-cultural settings • Children Act 2004 S11 Compliant • National Framework Contract Compliant • A MAPPA@ Approved Training Centre and Trusted Partner

Pathway Care Solutions

Company Website: www.pathwaycaresolutions.co.uk

Contact: Mr Peter Vallelly

Position: Director, Responsible Individual & Organisation Safeguarding, Children & Vulnerable Adults (Designated Officer)

Address: St James’s Place House, 7 Castle Quay, Castle Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 1FW

Telephone: 0115 9473142

Fax: 0115 9476825


Type of provision: Residential Care for Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults [SEBD, SLD and Complex continuing care incl. Mental Health]

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 12 homes + CQC registered Domiciliary Care Service


Size range of homes: 3/4 bedded homes


Specialist service: SEBD, SLD and Complex continuing care incl. ‘ Step down Mental Health

Name and qualifications: Investors In People Gold Accredited & MAPPA@ Trusted Partner

Other education provision: Bespoke education via our Education partners REAL

Therapeutic provision: Via The Enabling Practice and Sutton Brief Therapy

Geographical location: Yorks & Humberside, East Midlands

www.pathwaycaresolutions.co.uk


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Penarth Group is a registered Residential Care provider based in the North West and has been established 20 years, achieving positive outcomes. Our homes provide a therapeutic caring environment for difficult to place children and young people. We provide an excellent level of care, a nurturing and supportive approach by highly experienced, committed and qualified staff. We cater for young people, who are emotionally traumatised, have attachment and behavioural difficulties and associated challenging behaviours. Penarth

Group provides long/medium/short-term care, as well as respite provision.

Penarth Group School: Education provision for 15 young people aged 7-16 years. Registered with OFSTED. The School provides all curriculum subjects up to GCSE, as well as cross-curriculum up to GCSE. Alternative qualifications such as ASDAN and AQA facilitated. On-site art therapy, music and Independent Counsellor. A safe and nurturing environment, to assist young people to gain an education and to address

emotional behaviours within a creative approach.

Company website: www.penarthgroup.co.uk

Contact: Mrs Patricia Swallow


Address: 97 Higher Bents Lane, Bredbury, Stockport, Cheshire, SK6 2NA

Telephone: 0161 406 0244

Fax: 0161 430 7551


Type of provision: Residential Care Homes - Ofsted registered

Gender: Mixed




Specialist service: Integrated Therapeutic Care and Education

Name and qualifications: Mrs Patricia Swallow

Registered school: Penarth Group School Registered EDB school located within the Stockport Area

Other education provision: GCSE’s, ASDAN and AQA

Therapeutic provision: Qualified Counsellors ADHD/Abuse/Severe & Mild Learning Difficulties/Autistic Spectrum /EBD

Other services: Emergency and planned placements, reintegration services, Play Therapy, 16+ Supported accommodation


Penarth Group

http://www.penarthgroup.co.uk


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The Phoenix Group was established in 2006, by a small group of like-minded individuals with a real passion for providing excellent services to those in need. The CEO is a founder investor, who still runs the company on a daily basis, from the group’s headquarters which are based in Barnstaple, North Devon.

The Phoenix Group is all about working with young people and young adults to meet their individual social or educational needs across the South West Peninsula.

We do this in various service settings, always trying to put

the young person at the centre of our thinking and practice. Our aim is to improve the individual’s skills and abilities to allow them to be more effective, productive and valued members of society.

We operate a number of children’s homes for young people unable to live at home and for whom a foster family is not suitable or is an aspiration.

The main aim of our children’s homes is to:-

• assist the young person to work through the crisis,

• develop the skills and abilities needed to move on, either back home, into foster care or

independence.

The group also has specialist children’s homes, where the young people have similar specific needs and the staff are trained and committed to working in that dedicated area.

There are two schools operated by the group, providing alternative education for young people who cannot maintain a placement in a main stream education setting. Both schools offer a broad curriculum roughly following the national curriculum.

Phoenix Learning & Care

Company Website: http://phoenixlearningcare.co.uk/

Contact: Mark Parker


Address: 1st Floor, Rolle Quay House, Rolle Quay, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1JE

Telephone: 01271-379006



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: Single placements to group homes of five

Age range on admission: 8yrs to 18yrs

Specialist services: Castle House is a specialist children’s home for girls suffering CSE

Other education provision: Two small independent special schools

Therapeutic provision: We contract with a company providing psychotherapy, including educational psychotherapy.


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Pilgrims Corner is a small group of companies providing Residential and Fostering Care with Education. We provide good quality care for children and young people in some beautiful houses, which we maintain constantly.

We have a proven record of working successfully with some very difficult and challenging young people. We have moved many young people from residential care, back into fostering and to their birth families also.

Pilgrims Corner Group

Company Website: www.pilgrimscorner.co.uk

Contact: Sarah Norman


Address: Pilgrims Corner Ltd, Suite 5, The Links, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7GQ

Telephone: 01227 370808

Fax: 01227 283662


Type of provision: Residential/ Fostering/ Education

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 2-3 bedded

Age range on admission: 5-17yrs

Registered school: Fairlight Glen


Other services: Art therapy, psychotherapy, counselling, CBT, Enhanced Thinking, Behaviour Management


www.pilgrimscorner.co.uk


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Ferndale House specialises in working with and supporting children and young people with a range of complex needs. We offer holistic assessment and intervention packages tailored to each individual child/young person.

The home is registered to provide care and support for children who have emotional and behavioural difficulties and learning disabilities. Ferndale House is registered to accommodate up to four young people aged between 10 and 17 on admission; and offers

placements to young people with medium to long-term developmental needs. Due to the layout of the building, any combination of gender mix can be accommodated. In some cases, young people can stay up to age 18, dependent on their needs. Our home is also able to comfortably provide accommodation for siblings.

We offer a safe, supportive and nurturing environment with clear and consistent boundaries. Emphasis is placed on treating each child/young person as an individual and adapting to their

particular needs so that they feel cared for, happy, healthy, safe from harm and able to advance and realise their potential.

Positive Cycle

Company Website: www.positivecycle.co.uk

Contact: Ayannah Griffith


Address: The Pickle Factory, 13 All Hallows Road, Bristol, BS5 0HH

Telephone: 0117 3822678



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: Large semi-detached house



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Positive Pathways is committed to providing high–quality residential care in home-like family environments set in residential areas, with maximum opportunity for re-integration into less intensive forms of accommodation and into mainstream community educational, social, and vocational resources. Some of our homes have achieved Outstanding Ofsted reports and several have been operating for more than a decade, with well-established management and staff teams.

We provide safe, caring, nurturing, supportive and thoughtfully-created environments that respect individual rights; meet

individual developmental and therapeutic needs; promote personal development, autonomy, and independence; safeguard the young person and the community from harm; and support family contact and promote positive relationships with family members.

Emphasis is placed on identifying individual needs and building positive and rewarding relationships to meet emotional and developmental needs. We also aim to build optimism and hope for the future. The small numbers in each home ensures that each young person receives a high level of staff supervision and support to meet individual

need. Individual psychological interventions (e.g. CBT, EMDR, supportive psychotherapy) can be provided, as required, by the in-house psychologist, who also works closely with external agencies and with the staff teams in each home regarding care and behavioural management. Close integration between care and therapy is essential to achieving good outcomes due to the critical role play by care staff, working with children and young people on a daily basis. Our approach to addressing interpersonal and behavioural problems draws heavily on attachment/psychodynamic theories and social learning theory.

Positive Pathways Ltd

Company Website: www.pospath.com

Contact: Dr Kevin Epps

Position: Director & Consultant Psychologist

Address: Positive Pathways Ltd, Park Business Centre, Hastingwood Industrial Park, Wood Lane, Erdington, Birmingham, B24 9QR

Telephone: 0121 270 1066

Fax: 0121 270 1215


Type of provision: Ofsted-registered children’s homes

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 children’s homes + 1 supported accommodation unit


Size range of homes: 2 to 3


Specialist service: Yes - therapeutic & complex cases

Name & qualifications: Directors: Kevin Epps, PhD., M.Phil., BA (Hons)., HGDip., C.Psychol., CSci; HCPC-Registered Clinical & Forensic Psychologist, Danielle Epps: DipSW; BSL (Stages 1 & 2); A.E.B Counselling Skills Certificate; HCPC-Registered Social Worker

Registered school: No

Other educational provision: In-house tutoring where necessary

Therapeutic provision: Yes - clinical & forensic psychological assessment & intervention services; counselling; play & art therapy


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Here at Potton Homes, we provide care for traumatised children aged between 8 and 17 years old (on admission), both male and female, who are assessed to have profound and multiple needs, in terms of their emotional, psychological and attachment development.

A supportive and caring environment for children, Potton Homes provides specialist residential care and education for children. Potton homes ensure children and young people with Learning Disabilities and Emotional and Behavioural difficulties have the highest level of therapeutic

care and educational support, whilst maintaining an ethos that is attachment-based, humanistic and integrative. The understanding of the impact of early childhood trauma is delivered by an experienced team in all of our homes.

Team members at Potton Homes acknowledge that moving to a new home can be stressful and a difficult experience for young people and their families. Our admission procedure has been designed to minimise the anxieties surrounding a move and where possible, we will conduct thorough transitional arrangements, including a

transition into our school, if a place is requested.

Potton Homes’ sister company, Potton Kare Service, are an edge-of-care provision and our team of specialised Family Support Workers and Registered Social Workers are experienced in working with children of all ages. We help families with complex issues and challenges.

All referrals are carefully considered, contact our referrals team - [email protected] or telephone 0203 668 2212.

Potton Homes

Company Website: www.potton-homes.co.uk

Contact: Emma Brady

Position: Senior Manager

Address: 8 Trinity Avenue, Westcliffe, Essex, SS0 7PU

Telephone: 01702 333133


Type of provision: Children’s homes



Size range of homes: 3 – 6 bedded

Age range on admission: 8 – 17 years old

Specialist services: See above

Other education provision: Potton Independent school. Takes up to 10 children

Registered school or other education provision: DfE registered School

Therapeutic provision: Clinical psychotherapist, play/art/drama therapist, music therapy, animal therapy.


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Praxis Care is a Belfast based charity, providing care across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man and England. The Melton & Glenfield Projects provide residential short breaks to children with severe learning disabilities. The Melton Project specialises in supporting children with challenging behaviours and the Glenfield Project specialises in supporting children with complex health care issues.

The Projects’ ethos is to provide safe and homely residential short breaks to children, who have been referred by our commissioners, meeting the

admission criteria. We place strong emphasis on building trusting relationships to enable parents/carers to feel comfortable and confident about leaving their child in our care, in the knowledge that they will receive high quality, individualised care, which meets all care needs. Whilst placing high importance on meeting the identified needs of the children, we also want to ensure that the children gain from the experience of residential care and have fun when staying with us.

We offer a relaxed and friendly

environment with access to all facilities on offer. We organise activities and events to promote social inclusion and integration and ensure the children are offered plenty of opportunities, which they might otherwise not be able to access. The Projects will aim to achieve all of the outcomes laid down within individual support plans by fulfilling the child/young person’s needs and promoting the “Every Child Matters” outcomes, in our approach to care and support.

Praxis Care

Company Website: www.praxisprovides.com

Contact: Ruth Harrison


Address: 154 Station Road, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8BR

Telephone: 0116 2320021


Type of provision: Residential short breaks service for children with severe learning disabilities and additional complex needs

Gender Mixed




Specialist services: None on site, but access to CAMHS and Children’s Community Nursing Service

Other education provision: Strong links with schools and local education providers

Therapeutic provision: As above


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Priority Childcare are based in South Wales and specialise in working with young people whose complex needs and challenging behaviour require a supportive residential environment.

Trafle Lodge and Ty George provide services to 8 to 15 year olds to support them to return home or transition to a family placement. Both have registered education on site.

Rhos Cottage and Beech Tree Farm, provide 12 to 18 year olds with a stable environment, where they can achieve a return home or a move to independence. Two separate ‘independent transition’

flats, within their grounds, provide a unique and more realistic but secure initial transition to independence.

Graig-Y-Bedw (with registered education on site) is a specialist house providing safe accommodation and protection for sexually vulnerable/exploited young women, between the ages of 12 and 18. Graig-Y-Bedw provides a unique therapeutic provision, incorporating our partnership with Barnardo’s Cymru Seraf Service which provides intensive support programmes for young people at risk.

Opening in October 2016, is our service for young women 12-18 years, who are vulnerable to CSE. With registered education on-site, the service provides intensive therapeutic support in partnership with the Barnados Seraf Service.

In addition, we have a partnership with Hireath Services Ltd, Specialist Qualified Professionals, who provide a range of therapeutic and psychological services tailored to young peoples’ needs.

Company Website: www.prioritychildcare.co.uk

Contact: Len Drane / Sian Meredith

Position: Director / Strategic Operational Manager

Address: Suite C, Britannic House, Llandarcy, Neath, SA10 6JQ

Telephone: 07719 082910 / 07816 820287 (referrals)


Type of provision: Childcare

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 4 - 6 bed


Specialist service: Yes


Other education provision: Yes


Other services: Education, CSE, SHB

Geographical location: Wales

Priority Childcare

www.prioritychildcare.co.uk


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Progress is an established independent provider of services for children and young adults with complex needs.Our 7 residential homes, which span the East and West Midlands, benefit from local Hub’s which provides Home and Community Support, Short Breaks, Short-Term Independent Living Accommodation and Community Based Activities. The facilities in each home are carefully adapted to meet the specific needs of the young people there, as well as offering them a modern environment that encourages fun, friendship and personal development. Progress also operates a

specialist Fostering agency which provides young people with a stable and loving home. Foster carers receive 24/7 support and specialist training. With high success rates and a proven track record in placement stability, increasing resilience and reducing dependency, we can blend a range of services together to provide seamless transitions through fostering, residential placements and semi-independent and independent living.Our services deliver outstanding support that is tailored to each individual and changes with them when needed. We specialise in supporting

children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, Severe Learning Difficulties, Physical Disability and Sensory Impairment, Complex Health Care Needs and Acquired Brain Injury along with Autism, ADHD and challenging behaviour. As a company, we have also recognised the need for Attachment and Trauma informed practice, which is now integrated across the organisation. Progress develops innovative, bespoke services that are flexible, well planned, value for money and respond to the continually changing Health and Social care agenda.

Company Website: www.progresscare.com Contact: Angeline WestleyPosition: Business Development ManagerAddress: 127 Millfields Road, Bilston, Wolverhampton, WV4 6JGTelephone: 01902 561066Fax: 01902 561065Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Residential, Fostering agency, Short Breaks, 16-25 Transitional

Services, Home & Community Support, social clubs, independence/semi-independence training flats, supported living accommodation.

Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 7Total number of registered beds: 21Size range of homes: 4-7 bedAge range on admission: 0 - 24Specialist service: Children and young adults with complex learning and or physical

disabilities, Acquired brain injury, complex care and sensory impairment, autism, challenging behaviour and mental health needs.

Therapeutic provision: All staff are trained in Therapeutic Care. Other services: Planned pathways through services to reduce support. Outcome

and transition planning. All packages re-assessed minimum quarterly. Individual bespoke packages designed – not one size fits all.

Geographical location: East Midlands, West Midlands

Progress Care Solutions

www.prioritychildcare.co.uk

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Progressive Care is a specialist provider of residential care for children, young people and adults, family assessment services, learning disabilities services, family contact and care.

Our Pathways Children’s Residential Service provides residential care and support for children/young people and is outcomes focused.

We provide Transitional Care Services for children aged 12+ to adulthood, supporting transition towards independence

and integration into the local community.

We offer the provision of supported group living accommodation for young people aged 16+ to adulthood, providing young people with guidance and support towards independence, and helping sustain their independence within their own home.

The principle objective of our Residential Family Assessment Service is to provide a safe and nurturing environment of residential support, intervention

and / or assessment to families, where required.

Our 365 days a year, fully supervised Observational Contact Service ensures the physical safety and emotional well-being of children and assists in building positive relationships between children and other family members.

All our services are overseen and supported by our Therapeutic Team.

Progressive Care

Company Website: www.progressivecare.co.uk

Contact: Helen Hoyle

Position: Quality, Compliance & Business Development Manager

Address: 51 Attercliffe Common, Sheffield, S9 2AE

Telephone: 0114 2800 230

Fax: 0114 2800 281


Type of provision: Children’s Residential, Supported Living (16+), Family Support and Family Assessment

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 2 Children’s Homes, 4 Supported Living and 2 Family Assessment

Total number of registered beds: 14 Children Homes, 28 Supported Living (16+)

Size range of homes: 4-6 bedded children’s homes

Age range on admission: 12–17 years Children ‘s Home, 16 years plus Supported Living and Families.

Specialist services: In-house Education, Therapeutic and Enrichment Activities.

Other education provision: Asdan registered centre, Edexcel, BTEC approved Centre for Apprenticeships

Registered school or other education provision: Skills Funding Agency approved supplier

Therapeutic provision: No

Geographical location: North West, Yorks & Humberside, East Midlands

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Right-Trak Ltd is an approved provider with several Local Authorities committed to providing the highest quality, child-friendly accommodation, which is safe and secure and responsive to a child/young person’s needs. We work with each child/ young person as a unique individual and develop a package of care appropriate to their age and level of emotional development, enabling them to achieve and grow at their own pace. We provide them with the skills required to prepare them for their adult lives outside of the ‘looked after’ system.

We aim to provide support which will deliver all of the New Quality Standards, with acknowledgment that children/young people are

central to the planning processes which shape their lives. This can be achieved by providing support,which will allow them to develop their self-esteem and confidence by providing new opportunities, ways of looking at lifestyle choices and options through new experiences and by acknowledging a child’s/young person’s right to take risks, in a carefully supported and assessed manner.

We achieve this by delivering an holistic range of quality interventions for children, young people and their families with measurable standards of excellence, imagination, creativity and a strong commitment to the development of our staff.

We now have 2 children’s homes, one offers mainstream care and the other offers a therapeutic environment with a clinical overview.

Our Services:- 24 hr care and supervision, Therapeutic and Psychological Assessments, Individual and group therapy, Clinical supervision of the residential team.Our Success is based on:- Improved Outcomes for looked after Children, Stable Placements (low placement breakdown), Value for money, Smooth and Supported transitions, Increased Partnership and Multi-Agency working, Clinical oversight to practice.

Company Website: www.right-trak.com

Contact: Glynis Spriddell

Position: Director/Registered Provider

Address: Suite 104, 1st Floor West, Wingrove House, Ponteland Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 3DF

Telephone: 0191 5801265 / 07860694919

Fax: 0191 5801266


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Home / Therapeutic Residential Children’s Home

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 6 beds each

Age range on admission: Home 1 - is 10 to 17 and Home 2 - is 8 to 11 years on admission


Right-Trak Ltd

www.right-trak.com

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Winners of the Lancashire County Council Tender for Residential Care Services.

ROC Northwest Ltd offers residential care, education and domiciliary care for children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Learning, Physical Disabilities and complex needs with challenging behaviour.

We have 4 homes in Lancashire. Aroona (Lancaster) caters for 4 young people with learning disabilities and associated challenging behaviour, in the main house and also has a self-contained annexe, supporting

independent living transition for those young people who require a sole occupancy placement. Kirkwood (Padiham) is home to 2 young people with learning / physical disabilities. The home has been converted to include tracking and en-suite fully accessible bathroom. Tower View (Foulridge) is home to 5 young people with learning disabilities and associated challenging behaviour.

Mountwood Academy (Department of Education registered) caters for boys and girls, aged 8 to 19, with Statements of Special Educational Needs.

We have a 24 hours, 7 days a week, holistic approach to learning, achievement and progress.

We base all learning on the national curriculum, but we modify and personalise it to make it interesting, exciting and relevant to the specific needs of our young people.

We achieved Investors in People Award for the 7th Year running and are currently 2 years into the process to becoming accredited with the National Autistic Society.

Company Website: www.rocnorthwest.co.uk Contact: Ben WaterhousePosition: Business Development ManagerAddress: Heyes House, 41 Silverdale Road, Arnside, Carnforth, Lancashire,

LA5 0ALTelephone: 01524 762222 Fax: 01524 760067Email: [email protected] Type of provision: Residential care and Education for young people with Learning /

Physical disabilities and associated challenging behaviour. Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 Total number of registered beds: 27 Size range of homes: 1 x 2 bed home (Fully accessible for those with mobility issues) 2

x 5 bed home 1 x Residential Special School (for 15 young people) (Fully accessible for those with mobility issues) and also day placements for young people within the local area.

Age range on admission: 8 - 19 Specialist service: Specialist Speech & Language Therapists and Occupational

Therapists.Name and qualifications: TEACCH approach,the SCERTs model and advanced level, use

(PECS) approach and LAMP.Registered school: Mountwood Academy


ROC Northwest Ltd

www.rocnorthwest.co.uk


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Ronanda is a family-style children’s home providing a healing and nurturing environment.

We prepare children to return to home/foster care, as soon as it is deemed appropriate.

Ronanda provides security and stability to children with attachment issues, post-traumatic disorders, severe anxiety, Social and emotional difficulties (Emotional behavioural difficulties).

Weekly 1:1 Play therapy, using principles of social pedagogy to help children develop positive attachments, weekly reflection group work to help children learn to verbalise their feelings. Our work is based on good enough parenting model.

Ronanda Therapeutic Children’s Home

Company Website: www.ronanda.co.uk

Contact: Amanda Lower

Position: Director

Address: 1 Grayling Court, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1LE

Telephone: 01795 422800


Type of provision: Residential Family Style Children’s Home providing a healing and nurturing environment. We use play therapy to help children’s healing process.

Gender: Male only




Specialist services: Providing a healing and nurturing environment. Preparing children for foster placements.

Other education provision: We have strong links with local schools (specialist schools).

Therapeutic provision: Our care practice and ideologies are firmly rooted in the combined theories of psychodynamic therapy and the principles of social pedagogy. Holistic therapy, play therapy and providing a healing and nurturing environment.


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Company Website: www.roundhousecare.org

Contact: Marilyn Mayer

Position: Care Director

Address: Ventura House, Ventura Park Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 3HL

Telephone: 01543 871464



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 1 x 2 bed, 2 x 3 bed


Specialist service: Social Worker to support life story work, family contact, working with families on the edge of care and working within an attachment framework.

Name and qualifications: Marilyn Mayer, BA Applied Social Studies, CQSW

Therapeutic provision: Specialist placements to young people with mental health issues, severe self-harming, eating disorders, inappropriate sexualised behaviours.


Roundhouse Care Ltd

Roundhouse Care offers high quality therapeutic care to young people, who have experienced early trauma and abuse, which may have caused them to have attachment difficulties that impact on all areas of their development. (Ofsted - “outstanding”). We use principles of attachment theory to create the therapeutic environment within the homes and to address the feelings and behaviours of the young people in our care. All staff are trained

to offer therapeutic re-parenting based on attachment theory using elements of the Dan Hughes model.

We aim to enrol all staff on the Diploma in Childcare within 6 months of their joining us. Therapeutic training and support is an on-going process, supported by our clinical psychologists and social worker.We are able to work alongside a specialist mental health team who can offer assessment, psychiatric overview, individual

work with young people and support and guidance to the staff team.

We have excellent outcomes for young people with low levels of physical intervention, young people missing from care and high levels of engagement with education and placement stability. Our young people maintain a link with us once they move to independence and continue to do well, as they move into their adult lives.

www.roundhousecare.org


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Our aim is to provide an individualised placement for Young People with complex needs, who may have experienced trauma, neglect and abuse and we understand that surviving this harm often affects both internal and external worlds. These young people may have additional diagnoses of mild or moderate learning disabilities and/or autism, where it is assessed that they would benefit from the therapeutic milieu and positive behaviour support approach that Rubicon House offers.

We advocate that living and learning together, integrated

with more formal treatment methods, will provide the opportunity of more healthy choices in life.

Rubicon House provides a safe, warm, nurturing and empowering environment for young people to live in. We aim to help young people achieve their full potential in relation to all aspects and dimensions of their lives including:

• The ability to make, maintain and develop relationships

• Self-awareness, self-management and positive thinking

• A positive self-image and an

enhanced self esteem

• The highest possible level of academic and vocational achievement

• A sense of personal competence and independence

We will provide a service that reflects and responds to the individual needs of each child placed at Rubicon House. We also recognise that Young People often show their difficulties in groups and that a healthy functioning group can be powerful in helping a Young Person develop social skills and abilities.

Rubicon Children’s Homes Ltd

Company Website: www.rubiconchildrenshome.co.uk

Contact: Louise Ellis, Carly Richards & Nikki Whistler

Position: Director, Home Manager & Director of Operations

Address: 32 Victoria Park, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5BL

Telephone: 01227 375351


Type of provision: Residential Childrens home

Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: Up to 17 years

Specialist services: Mental Health, EBD, Autism, Asperger’s, ADHD, LD

Other education provision: Mainstream, SEN, in-house education provided

Name & Qualifications BA SW, PG Dip Health (OT), RMA, Level 4 CYP

Registered school or other education provision: ASDAN Registered Centre

Therapeutic provision: Psychotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, others can be sourced, where required


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Sahara Care Services provides a homely and welcoming environment for our young people to be able to grow and restore their lives.

We pride ourselves on providing a high quality of care with consistent routines, in a family like environment, by placing our young people at the centre of everything we do. We allow our young people to make supported positive decisions to better their futures.

Sahara Care Services for Children

Company Website: www.saharacareservices.co.uk

Contact: Nighat Khan

Position: Director

Address: 18 Stoke Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 5AG

Telephone: 07920 093058


Type of provision: Residential children’s home

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 1 children’s home – registered for 4 beds


Size range of homes: Average sized homes – 4 beds – 2 shower rooms and 1 additional toilet, a chill out room, lounge, kitchen with dinning space and garden

Age range on admission: Children’s home – 10 – 17


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Change can be a positive experience. This is a consistent message we show through our services, by focusing our childcare efforts on effecting positive change through a consistent, good parenting approach, which creates a safe environment and therapeutic space.

We understand that the complex level of needs of our often traumatised young people, means that they can be unable to regulate their behaviours and care well for themselves and are often unable to let others do this for them, or indeed with them.

We understand that their

previous life experiences have influenced their presentation and that their behaviours are a normal reaction to their life circumstances, accepting without reservation, their current personality and behaviours as merely a starting point. We work within a practice framework, built around clinically assessed outcome measures that are inclusive of counselling/psychotherapy.

Our “community of care” framework ensures that young people are cared for within environments which are founded on many of the principles of a therapeutic setting. This helps

to support the healing process by recognising individual needs, offering differing forms and levels of therapeutic care that are needs based, trauma sensitive and relationship / attachment focussed.

Our Core Values, as an organisation, are reflective of those values that would be evident in any safe, healthy and supportive therapeutic living environment and our therapeutic model aims to give our young people an opportunity to develop healthy attachments as a starting point for development.

Company Website: www.sandcastle-care.co.uk

Contact: Julie Sloman

Position: Referrals and Relationships Manager

Address: 18 Rossall Road, Thornton Cleveleys, Lancashire, FY5 1DX

Telephone: 01253 829966


Type of provision: Residential Childrens Homes - Therapeutic / EBD / Learning Disabilities



Size range of homes: 3-6 bedded


Specialist services: Attachment difficulties, Self harming behaviour, CSE, Sexually inappropriate behaviours, Learning disabilties, ASD

Name and qualifications: Michael James, BACP registered BA Hons 1st Class Counselling and Psychotherapy PGDip Integrated Psychotherapy

Therapeutic provision: Integrated Psychotherapeutic model based on Person Centred principles which inform clinically assessed progress and outcomes overseen by an in-house BACP registered psychotherapist.


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Sankofa Care is an experienced Social Care Provider within the Fostering, Permanency and Semi-Independent Services. We are uniquely placed to achieve the best possible outcomes for children who have experienced childhood trauma through our multi-disciplinary approach.

Holly Lodge residential homes provide a safe and secured environment, for up to five children preparing them for a return to a foster or birth family or a move to independent living. Staffed by a team of experienced, dedicated and fully-trained residential care workers, we ensure a homely environment which is safe, fun and

stimulating.

We firmly believe in a clear matching process which forms the basis of our care planning, going forward. Training is geared to matching the needs of the young people to ensure we work within our statements of purpose.

Young people are given the opportunity to pursue their own personal interests. We value education and the opportunities it brings and every young person has a key worker, who will ensure they feel listened to and supported during their time at Holly Lodge.

Every child accessing our

residential care service can choose how to decorate their own bedroom and is given a voice in the running of the house, through House Meetings and ‘Have Your Say Forums’.

We specialise in working with children and young people with the following behaviours and challenges:-

• Challenging Behaviours

• At risk of child sexual exploitation

• Emotional or behavioural difficulties

• Learning Difficulties

• Mental Disorders

Sankofa Care Ltd

Company Website: www.sankofacare.co.uk

Contact: Abby Osei-Asibey

Position: Manager

Address: Holly Lodge, 16 Edith Road, London, SE25 5PQ

Telephone: 0203 1379670


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s Home

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: One Residential Children’s Home (Holly Lodge) and One Step down

16 plus service (The Lodge)

Total number of registered beds: Holly Lodge – 5 beds, The Lodge – 4 beds

Age range on admission: Holly Lodge: 11-17, The Lodge: 16 +

Specialist services: Therapeutic

Name & Qualifications: Abby Osei-Asibey – Registered Manager (Business Econ BSc. (Hons), MBA , Level 5 Health and Social Care) Clinical Lead - TBA



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Satash Community Care is a privately managed organisation which will provide care and support to 4 children/young people with Learning Disabilities and emotional/behavioural difficulties; who may also have mild physical disabilities aged between 5-18 years, managed by a professional and dedicated staff team.

Our philosophy at Satash Community Care Children Services is to place the needs of the children/young people at the heart of our service, by promoting independence and

providing care that respects young people’s choice, rights, privacy and dignity.

We aim to provide the highest levels of care and service to enable our children/young people to achieve their goals. We do this by ensuring our staff are recruited, vetted and trained against a strict framework, with emphasis placed on the quality and continuity of our care workers to provide a stable and secure environment for all children/young people.

We will endeavour to work with the children/young people in accordance with their ‘person centred plan’, which is tailor-made, specific and unique to the individual.

Registered with Ofsted SC462450.

Satash Community Care Project Ltd

Company Website: www.satashcommunitycare.com

Contact: Logan Loganathan


Address: Jasmine Bungalow, 53 Mollands Lane, South Ockendon, Essex, RM15 6DH

Telephone: 01708 851189 / 07956 377298



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: 3x4SQ


Specialist services: Learning disabilities autism associated Mental health needs


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The Lodge staff offer a warm and comfortable home which is child- centred, safe, stimulated and stable. This is done by providing consistent but individual packages of care as part of a clear planning system. The staff team are committed to working alongside children, their families and social workers to ensure a positive experience for all young people placed with us.

The Lodge’s aim is to meet the needs and raise expectations of young people and strive to provide the opportunities that every young person needs to

help develop their full potential. We are able to offer long-term and short-term accommodation for up to four young people, providing individual support through a dedicated keywork model, in order to promote an environment that is centred around the young person and meets each individual’s physical, emotional, educational, social, cultural and spiritual needs.

With a clear model of therapeutic intervention staff are actively engaged in the young person’s emotional, educational and health needs and encourage

the young person to become self-motivated, confident and an independent thinker.

Both Staff and Managers work in partnership with social workers, carers and other professionals involved in the young person’s life, to enable a clear and consistent message which is supportive and meaningful.

Serenity Care Homes Ltd

Company Website: www

Contact: Debbie Lymbery (Director), Emma Partington


Address: The Lodge 101a Lower Ashley Road, Ashley Hordle, New Milton Hampshire, BH25 5QF

Telephone: 01425 614367



Gender: Mixed




Therapeutic provision: Psychodynamic Therapeutic Intervention.


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Welcome to Serenity:

Embracing children: Inspiring lives.

Serenity is a place to call home for children and young people ages 8 to 18, who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders, emotional difficulties and challenging behaviour.

Designed with children in mind, this purpose-built accommodation immediately communicates the utmost value which is part and parcel of the child focused experience at Serenity.

The specially designed interior provides the best surrounding which is at once soothing, calming and provides the safest and most caring environment that responds to the needs of young people.

Serenity offers each young person a unique and individually designed private room with a private and fully fitted en-suite facility. They are encouraged to personalise their space and make it their own with their personal belongings or to redecorate with the support of their keyworkers.

Children are at the heart of everything we do. We are recognised and respected as a specialist caring and responsive organisation, who puts service and quality as their prime focus.

The children have full use of the 3 lounges for relaxing, educating or socialising and are invited to make full use of the facilities which includes computers, books, television and a variety of games and activities.

Serenity Specialist Care Ltd

Company Website: www.serenity-homes.co.uk

Contact: Sofia Younis and Waqar Ahmed

Position: Director of Care & Business Development Manager

Address: Dutch Barn, Shadowbrook Court, Shadowbrook Lane, Hampton-In-Arden, B92 0DL

Telephone: 01675 443781

Email: [email protected] and [email protected]




Size range of homes: 1x4 bed

Age range on admission: 8 to 18 years (Ofsted Approval)

Specialist services: Autism

Therapeutic provision: Sensory room, music therapy room, counselling


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Therapeutic Children’s home based in rural Essex.

Attachment focused care based upon the Winnicott model.

We remember behaviour is a communication and work with the young people from a psychoanalytic angle.

We provide psychodynamic based clinical supervision and an attachment focused play therapy for the young people.

An evening therapist provides reflection on the day’s activities and emotions.

Shalamar Children Limited

Company Website: www.shalamarchildren.co.uk

Contact: Sally

Position: Home Manager

Address: Isola, Ellis Road, Boxted, Colchester, CO4 5RN

Telephone: 01206 273404



Gender: Mixed





Specialist services: Therapeutic

Other education provision: One to One alternative provision – Activity and pedagogy based

Name & Qualifications: Sally (Home Manager) – NVQ 3 and 4 in Care and Management – Working towards Level 5 NVQ

Therapeutic provision: Winnicott model care based (emotional holding), behaviour (psychoanalytic). Psychodynamic based supervision and Play Therapy.


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We offer an emotionally containing and therapeutic home environment for young people aged between 10 and 18 years, offering both short and long-term placements of children and young people of both sexes.

We provide therapeutic global assessments and interventions which can enable significant changes in the behaviours of the most challenging child or young person, not suited to fostering, and who is difficult to place within existing provision.

Our service is classed as a Highly Specialised Service, which should be seen as part of a continuum of care for children, young people and families.

We work with children and young people who challenge the systems they live within and who may present with highly complex and risky behaviours. For example, they may be a risk to self or others and presenting with offending behaviours, such as fire setting or sexual harming; they may have early experiences of trauma and abuse and have developed dysfunctional coping

strategies; they may have all these things and also have a significant mental health issue or a learning difficulty, which means that they are ultimately difficult to place.

The primary therapeutic approach for Carlile House is psychodynamic in nature and within this approach, we offer a wide range of other specific interventions. A child or young person’s care will be planned on their individual presenting needs, meaning that every care package is bespoke and specifically tailored.

Shyne Together Ltd

Company Website: www.shyne.me.uk

Contact: Charlotte Proctor


Address: 26 Carlile Road, Carlton, Nottingham, NG4 3DW

Telephone: 0115 9870797







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Solent Child Care provides a short-term provision for up to 28 days. It offers the opportunity for local authorities to place same day, to allow time for a long-term provision to be sourced which meets the needs of the individual young person.

The home is located within a little village in a rural location. It provides young people with a homely, welcoming environment with a skilled qualified staff team. Young people will benefit from implemented routine, boundaries, encouragement and consultation, carried out

through daily activities, 1-1 time and consistent planning, also reviews which support a positive transition from the home.

Solent Child Care Ltd

Company Website: www.solentchildcare.co.uk

Contact: Andrea Dodds

Position: Director

Address: Fullwell Lane, Somerset, BA11 4LQ

Telephone: 07876 040739


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Home, EBD





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We have fundamental beliefs that characterise an innovative approach to the nurture and personal development of the young people in our care. We create a unique blend of health, care and education with a 24hr positive, personalised learning culture and a ‘no limits’ philosophy, which supports our belief in the successful positive change and development of the children and young people in our care.

We take personalisation to a new level, relying on re-exciting

children with the idea of learning starting from strengths, interests, talents and passions, achieving the highest standard of educational achievement and making the curriculum fit the student. A crucial partner to personalisation of learning is a keen sense of nurturing care by trusted adults.

Through our successful systemic working with all aspects of a child’s life, including families, we are able to demonstrate substantial medium to long-term cost savings to Local Authorities,

and we never return to Local Authorities for add-ons to our fees. We are extremely highly regarded by social workers and placement teams. At Avocet House, we have maintained our “Outstanding” rating on all Ofsted criteria, in both education and social care inspections since its original award in 2009. Turnstone House, having only opened in October 2012, has already been judged as “Good” with “Outstanding” care. We also hold the Investors in People Gold Award.

Company Website: www.specialisteducation.co.uk Contact: Neil Dawson (Avocet House) and Jon Lees (Turnstone House) Position: Principal Address: The Old Vicarage, School Lane, Heckingham, Norfolk, NR14 6QPTelephone: Avocet House 01508 549320 / Turnstone House 01508 517000Fax: Avocet House 01508 549164 / Turnstone House 01508 518678 Email: [email protected]

[email protected] Type of provision: Dual Registered Children’s Homes and Residential Special Schools for

hard to place children with complex social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), specific learning difficulties, attachment issues and sexualised behaviour.

Gender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 2 Total number of registered beds: 16 Size range of homes: 8 bed homes in large buildings and grounds Age range on admission: 8 - 14 with flexibility for appropriate referrals Specialist service: Highly specialised holistic, therapeutic residential care and education

with 1:1 personalised learning and care programmes for hard to place SEMH needs children. Systemic family working.

Registered school: Both Avocet House and Turnstone House are dual registered Therapeutic provision: Systemic psychotherapist, child and adolescent psychiatrist, educational

psychologist plus a range of bespoke individual therapies and direct access to Speech and Language, CBT, EDMR, counselling, etc.

Geographical location: East

Specialist Education Services (Holdings) Ltd

www.specialisteducation.co.uk

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Springfield Road provides specialist care for adolescents who require high staff/client ratio. Our unique strength is our philosophy, ‘Helping Families in a child focused way, by taking a Systemic approach and reframing Young People’s behaviour, as an understandable response to a difficult set of circumstances. We have access to a systemic family psychotherapist on a daily basis for consultation and therapy. Staff provide 24 hour supervision for both crisis or planned placements. We are

family run and offer an individual package of care. We work very closely with the young people’s families, as well as with other professionals.

Springfield Road Children’s Homes Ltd

Company Website: www.springfieldroadchildrenshomes.co.uk

Contact: Jane Jarrett and Emma Martin

Position: Proprietor

Address: 19 Holliers Hill, Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2DE

Telephone: 01424 224343

Fax: 01424 810249


Type of provision: Children’s Home for young people with emotional and behavioural problems

Gender: Mixed




Specialist service: Specialist Service

Name and qualifications: Jane Jarrett BA(Hons) & MSc “Systemic Family Psychotherapist”

Other education provision: We have close links with a local special school “Headstart”



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Stanfield Care Services Ltd

Company Website: www.stanfieldcare.co.uk

Contact: Mark Deveney & Robin Smith

Position: Director

Address: Newtown Community Centre, 57 Newbury Road, Newtown, Birmingham, B19 2SW

Telephone: 0121 554 9077


Type of provision: Residential Care

Gender: Mixed



Age range on admission: 10 - under 18

Specialist service: Specialist service

Name and qualifications: QCF level 5 or equivalent, Workforce Diploma level 3 or equivalent and relevant safeguarding training

Other education provision: Mainstream and where necessary, we provide an EBD Qualified Teacher

Geographical location: East Midlands, Eastern

The ethos of Stanfield Care Service is to offer a continuous and individual service, based upon quality care, education and health, for every child, regardless of age or circumstance.

We have a commitment to the protection, welfare, growth and development of all young people. Through policy, procedures, training and the behaviour of all involved in our organisation, these values and beliefs are promoted. We aim to achieve the best possible outcomes for all of our young people.

‘The strategy at Stanfield Care Services is to have high expectations of both staff

and young people, to ensure individuals make maximum achievements’.

We subscribe fully to promoting and advancing children’s rights, in conjunction with the Quality Standards Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

In addition, we subscribe to a holistic approach of aiming to provide a positive service to the young people we care for. This means providing positive adult role models, good carers, broad leisure and recreational opportunities.

The service aims to be one of an inclusive environment of

giving, rather than taking away and of developing realistic boundaries set in context of the young person’s prevailing circumstances.

To augment the above and through care planning, we work in partnership with others to meet discreet needs of young people, for example psychological, emotional, health needs etc.

The duration of a young person’s placement is subject to their individual needs, as outlined in their Care Plan and Child’s Placement Plan.

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Step-A-Side was created in 1999 and has established an excellent reputation for providing high quality care and support services for children and younger adults.

Many of the young people living with, or supported by, Step-A-Side have a range of very complex needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties, challenging behaviours, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, inappropriate sexualized behaviours and complex physical / learning disabilities. We have extensively trained and experienced

staff teams, who ensure that they receive the best quality care in stable and nurturing environments.

In addition to our residential children’s services, we offer both Supported Living Placements and ‘Outreach’ support services for 16+ year olds. These CQC registered services provide ‘outreach support’ for vulnerable children and their families in their own homes and bespoke, person-centered support packages for young people as they move into adulthood.

Step-A-Side

Company Website: www.stepasidecare.com

Contact: Rachel Carwardine


Address: 29 Market Place, Coleford, Glos. GL14 8AA

Telephone: 01594 501230

Fax: 01594 835874


Type of provision: Residential Children’s home

Gender: Mixed





Specialist services: Therapeutic care packages for children and young people experiencing EBD, LD, ASD, challenging behaviours.1:1 placements, when necessary.

Other education provision: In-house home tuition provided, when required

Therapeutic provision: Individual therapeutic packages tailored to meet the child’s needs. Initial Psychological assessments for all placements. Therapeutic Behaviour Support Plans prepared by the external psychology team for all children in placement, which are regularly reviewed.

Other services: Residential short breaks for disabled children

Geographical location: South West and Wales

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Supporting Futures has been in operation since September 2009. We are a provider of high quality residential care for children and young people across the North West. Our single home is situated in Liverpool. The home is a 4 placement Group home for Children and Young People 8-17 on admission.

We deliver high quality bespoke care packages for Individual young people. We provide a supportive, caring and safe environment, through the work of a skilled, competent and

empathic staff team with a focus on enabling children and young people to achieve. We have a proven track record on delivering high quality of Care and evidencing achieved Positive Outcomes for Children and Young People.

Supporting Futures

Company Website:

Contact: Ryan Dever


Address: 39 Ellerslie Road, Tuebrook, Liverpool, L13 8AR

Telephone: 0151 287 0392 - 07535 016638



Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: Medium sized home for up to 4 Children and Young People


Specialist services: EBD, LD,

Name & Qualifications: Management and Staff qualified from Level 3 – Level 5

Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic services available, delivered bespoke


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SWAAY was established in 1989, and is recognised as one of the leading specialist therapeutic providers of care for boys and young males, who have displayed sexually harmful behaviour.

Based in the Thames Valley, we work with 10-21 year olds, who have engaged in inappropriate sexual behaviour and who have often suffered multiple forms of abuse.

We work to reduce the risk these young people pose, meet their complex needs and help them manage their physical and behavioural difficulties, so they can leave their past traumas behind, build healthy relationships and

lead responsible and rewarding adult lives. Our model is a multi-dimensional one which recognises the trauma and attachment difficulties our young people often experience. We adhere to Restorative Justice principles, working closely with local agencies.

Key Stage 3 & 4 Education for our young people is provided by our Independent School, Cressex Lodge, offering a full curriculum through our qualified and specialist teaching staff. We are very successful in preparing for, and supporting, young people in local College placements.

We have a large in-house

therapeutic team consisting of Forensic Psychologists, CBT, EMDR, Art, Play, SLT, and Family Therapists, as well as Consultant Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology. We continue to contribute to this specialist field through academic articles, presentation workshops and training events.

In addition, we offer a community service of assessment and therapeutic intervention led by Rachel Edwards, Chartered Forensic Psychologist, this has helped support young people and their birth, adopted and foster families.

Swaay Child and Adolescent Services Ltd

Company Website: www.swaay.co.uk

Contact: Julian Dunn

Position: Strategic Director

Address: PO Box 2929, Earley, Reading, RG6 7XQ

Telephone: 01189 261010

Fax: 01189 665454


Type of provision: Therapeutic Residential Childcare/ Independent School

Gender: Male





Specialist services: Integrated Care, Education & Therapy for children displaying SHB

Other education provision: Registered Independent School

Name & Qualifications: Refer to website for extensive list

Registered school or Other education provision: Independent School for 18 pupils

Therapeutic provision: Individual/group work by in-house clinicians.

Other services: Community assessment and intervention team


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Pen-Y-Lan is part of South West Mental Health Ltd (SWMH) offering a therapeutic and nurturing residential home for young people, who may have mental health problems and/or complex needs.

The team has specialist expertise and skills in working with young people who have mental health difficulties, including those who present with an emerging or diagnosed Emotionally Unstable (Borderline) Personality Disorder, Depressive Disorders, Attachment problems and Eating Disorders.

The purpose of all placements is to offer a safe, structured and nurturing environment for young people who are living in care. The placements offer specialist care and support facilitated by a highly skilled registered manager with 6 1/2 years’ experience in running children’s homes.

The directors have over twenty years’ experience working with young people with complex mental health needs. The directors are trained psychiatric nurses with additional training in psychological therapy. The team has access to specialist clinicians, who will be working with the children in our care,

as needed. We are also able to provide placements for some young people who have sensory or physical disabilities, including those children and young people who are profoundly deaf.

We complete a suitability assessment, which includes an Impact Assessment, which focuses on careful matching of other young people in our care. We will encourage them to take up opportunities to help them achieve, have fun and move forwards towards independence.

South West Mental Health Ltd

Company Website: www.southwestmentalhealth.co.ukContact: Serena PikePosition: Interim ManagerAddress: Pen-Y-Lan, 19 Blenheim Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5PZTelephone: 01643 702425Email: [email protected] of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s HomeGender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 1 Total number of registered beds: 5Size range of homes: Single HomeAge range on admission: 10-18Specialist services: We offer a minimum of 1:1 staffing ratio with a waking night. We

aim to offer on-site education by December 2016 and can provide independent therapists to meet an individual need.

Other education provision: We have close links with a number of local education providersName & Qualifications: Serena Pike, Interim Manager Level 5/Level 3 Health and Social care.Registered school or other We are in the process of opening an independent school for theeducation provision: young people at Pen Y Lan. We are aiming to have this up and running

by December 2016.Therapeutic provision: Pen Y Lan offers a specialist therapeutic residential placement for

young people with mental health problems and complex needs.Other services: We can offer some in-house mental health training to other providers.Geographical location: South West

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The PLACE Young People’s Company provides specialist Therapeutic Care based on a therapeutic parenting model of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy. We are based in rural Leicestershire in the Vale of Belvoir and provide high quality, nurturing care for young people aged 6-18, to assist them to overcome past trauma and attachment difficulties. We currently have two 4-bedroomed children’s homes set in the beautiful countryside, providing a safe and nurturing environment for young people to explore,

repair and grow.

Our model and way of working provides high levels of support and structure for young people. Our homes have on-site livestock (chickens, ponies etc.) to help young people improve self-esteem, take responsibility and encourage empathy for others.

Our sister company offers alternative education for young people based locally, in a rural location, where outdoor learning is provided, as well as indoor learning based on the national curriculum. The PLACE also

leases woodland areas in the Vale of Belvoir and young people are regularly taken on camping trips and nature walks to get in touch with the outdoors.

The PLACE is run and managed by Sonia Frankish, ex-CAMHS Service Manager and qualified social worker and Kerry Ford, who has vast residential care experience. Our in-house Therapeutic Lead has oversight of the care of all young people, and services such as theraplay can be brought, upon request.

The PLACE Young People’s Company

Company Website: www.theplace-care.co.uk

Contact: Sonia Frankish

Position: Director

Address: 18b Market Place, Bingham, Nottingham, NG12 8AP

Telephone: 07748 114770





Size range of homes: 2 x 4 Bedded


Specialist services: 1:1 Staffing ratios (on request) and therapeutic care based on DDP Parenting model, EBD, Sexually Inappropriate Behaviours, CSE, Attachment Disorders.

Registered school or other education provision: Alternative Education Provider


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Thoughts of Others Ltd offers bespoke specialist care to young people who are emotionally and behaviourally vulnerable. We provide them with a safe environment, which facilitates change. Within our organisation is Spring Hill High School (DFES Registered) which provides on-site full time education for students from 11 – 19

Homes

• Take most referrals directly from secure children’s homes, mental health homes.

• Direct referrals from psychiatrists, psychologists and educational psychologists for schools. www.thoughtsofothers.com

Spring Hill High School

• Take specialists referrals from across the West Midlands into Day Placements.

Some children travel 30 miles a day by taxi to access the day school because of our success. www.springhillhighschool.co.uk

Company Website: www.thoughtsofothers.co.uk

Contact: Jim Sullivan


Address: 99 College Road, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B73 5DL

Telephone: 07879 474266

Fax: 0121 321 2558


Type of provision: Crisis intervention, emotionally vulnerable and learning difficulties, mental health

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 x Ofsted registered homes & 1 CQC 16+ registered unit


Age range on admission: 11 - 21+ years

Specialist services: Borderline personality, anxiety, attachment disorders, autism adolescence/adult transition, learning difficulties, speech & language therapy, art/music therapy. Qualified social workers and qualified mental health nurses. Full Psychological assessment & delivery.

Name and qualifications: Jim Sullivan: Qualified Learning Difficulties Nurse, NVQ 4 Care

Registered school: Spring Hill High School Ofsted No: 3306112


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Homes

• Take most referrals directly from Secure Children Homes, Mental Health Units. • Direct referrals from Psychiatrists, Psychologists and Educational Psychologists for Schools.

www.thoughtsofothers.com

Spring Hill High School

• Take specialists referrals from across the West Midlands into Day Placements.

Some children travel 30 miles a day by taxi to access the day school because of our success.

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Company Website: www.timeouthomes.co.ukContact: Dominic MacauleyPosition: Business DirectorAddress: Unit 2, Ripponden Mill, Mill Fold, Ripponden, HX6 4DHTelephone: 01422 820510Email: [email protected] of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s HomesGender: MixedTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 13 Total number of registered beds: 22 beds - 9 dual and 4 singlesAge range on admission: 8 to 17 years Specialist service: Therapeutic Residential Care for children requiring solo or dual

occupancy homes.Name and qualifications: Dclin.Psy: DipSW: B,ed; BSc; MPsych, NVQ iii - vRegistered schools: Elland House School, Royton, Lancashire Coleridge House, Calne, Wiltshire Riverbank Junior School, Ripponden, West YorkshireOther education provision: Post 16 package of supportTherapeutic provision: Clinical lead (creative arts psychotherapist/play therapist);

Art psychotherapist; Consultant Clinical Psychologist; Assistant Psychologist; Therapeutic Social Worker.

Other services: Consultation; Team Meetings; Training ; Direct 1:1 sessions; Family assessment; Story stem assessment profile; Psychometric Assessments.

Geographical location: North West, Yorks & Humberside, South West

TimeOut Children’s Homes

At Timeout, we are a family run organisation and our ethos and philosophy is based on a systemic approach to promoting the child’s emotional well-being. We specialise in 1:1 care in both solo and dual occupancy homes. We ensure that a holistic view is taken to all aspects of the child’s development, whether it is in education, therapy or therapeutic care. By tracing the child’s footprint, we can gather the necessary information to inform our practice to assist the child’s recovery.

To define systemic, we believe that everyone who is involved in the child’s recovery has an understanding of the impact of abuse and neglect and its demonstration in current behaviours. This is communicated via training, consultation & reflective practice that is led by our clinical team.

Children’s therapeutic needs are often most effectively met by the development of a safe, consistent and nurturing relationship, with a trusted adult. The promotion of this relationship is the primary

therapeutic goal for each child placed.

Our aim is to ensure that each child receives an individualised treatment plan which evidences their progress and changes in behaviour. The clinical information guides the team and allows informed decision-making on interventions and strategies. We ensure that this progress is shared and explained with the nominated professionals to guarantee transparency.

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Total Care Matters is a dedicated provider of residential care services for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties aged 8-17. Our four homes are situated in the East Midlands, and we pride ourselves on providing excellence in residential childcare.

We are passionate about providing authentic care in a safe, supportive and encouraging environment from which the young people can fulfil their potential.

Our pragmatic approach to care and education, allows us to tailor the plans for the children to their individual needs.

We believe that the young people that we are fortunate enough to care for, should have a direct involvement in formulating their care plans, so as to take ownership of their care.

Our staff team shares this common goal, with the ultimate aim of helping the young people achieve a positive future.

Total Care Matters Ltd

Company Website: www.totalcarematters.co.uk

Contact: Nasir Hyder


Address: 230 Bathley Street, The Meadows, Nottingham, NG2 2ER

Telephone: 07534 968151


Type of provision: Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD). Emergency and short notice placements accommodated.

Gender: Mixed



Size range of homes: The homes are large properties often in suburban locations. The homes are typically with 3 registered beds. One home has 4 registered beds.

Age range on admission: Age range is 8- 17 years. We are not registered to accommodate young people over the age 18 years.

Specialist services: SEBD Residential Child Care, Self-Harming, Missing from Care episodes, Substance misuse, CSE, Attachment issues, Outreach, Autism Spectrum, Learning Difficulties

Therapeutic provision: A range of therapeutic provisions is provided.


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Treehouse Care offers short, medium and long-term placements, as well as transition to adulthood for children/young people with a diagnosed learning disability.

Registered for seven children of either gender, Dean & Grove Children’s Home is made up of two semi-detached cottages which are separate with no adjoining door, providing flexibilty.

Grove Cottage has a kitchen, dining room, lounge and bathroom for the communal

use of all residents. There are four bedrooms and each child has their own. There is one staff bedroom, staff office and a utility room.

Dean Cottage has a kitchen, dining room, lounge and bathroom for the communal use of all residents. There are two bedrooms and each child has their own. There are two staff bedrooms.

Children’s bedrooms are personalised to their own requirements, taste and interests and there is a separate

office for the Manager within the grounds.

There is a lawned area with play and climbing equipment which is safely fenced off, providing a safe and secure environment for the most vulnearble children.

The cottages are situated at the heart of North East Lincolnshire, close to Grimsby Town centre and within a ten minute walk from the bus and railway stations, central library, shops and restaurants. Less than an hour from South Yorkshire.

Tree House Care Fostering Solutions Ltd

Company Website: www.treehousecare.org

Contact: Hugh Mellett / Kim Treacher

Position: Director of Operations / Registered Manager

Address: Dean & Grove Cottage, Deansgate, Grimsby, DN31 1RZ

Telephone: 01472 590330

Fax: 01472 590331



Gender: Mixed








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TulipCare provides high quality therapeutic care and education for 52 weeks a year, in our small and nurturing Homes for children and young people with complex needs.

Our Homes are located in Darenth, London/Kent Border and Ilford, Essex/East London. Our homely environments and therapeutic care aim to keep our children safe and to develop their capacity to grow into responsible individuals. We have a genuine commitment to high standards and always put the children first, therefore providing a tangible

and outcome-based service.

Other services provided include Art & Play Therapy, Counselling, Psychotherapy, Clinical and Educational Psychologists.

In a nutshell, if you want truly positive outcomes for children and young people with complex needs, you need to talk to TulipCare now!

Company Website: www.tulipcare.co.uk

Contact: Lucy Tagg

Position: Children’s Services

Address: Head Office, 19-20 Bourne Court, Southend Road, Woodford Green, IG8 8HD

Telephone: 0845 094 3550

Fax: 0845 094 3551


Type of provision: Registered Children’s Homes & DfE Residential Special Schools

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 2 Children’s homes and 2 Schools

Total number of registered beds: 9 - 5 bed male only and 4 bed female only home


Specialist service: Therapeutic Residential Care & Education, Male only & Female only provision, SEBD-Complex Needs

Name and qualifications: BA (Hons) Childhood Studies, LMA,RMA ,RGN, NVQ 4.

Post Graduate Cert Therapeutic Play Skills

Registered school: DfE Registered Special Schools

Other education provision: Good links with local mainstream schools

Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic Provision - Therapeutic Community

Geographical location: Eastern, South East, London

TulipCare

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Tumblewood is a specialist residential therapeutic community for 15 psychologically traumatised girls aged 9 to 17 on admission.

We offer individual and group therapeutic services and children have access to the following professionals:-

• Psychiatrist.

• Educational Psychologist

• Speech and Language Therapist

• Clinical Psychologist

• Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist

• Play therapist • Drama therapist

• Psychodrama Psychotherapist

• Integrative Counsellor

• CBT practitioner

• We also have close links with the local CAMHS Service.

We offer an integrated systemic program of care, therapeutic work and education to address early developmental trauma and attachment difficulties attributed

to physical, emotional and sexual abuse, sexual exploitation and neglect. We address many challenging behaviours such as missing from home, sexualised behaviour, self-harm, verbal and physical aggression, vulnerability to abuse and exploitation and the inability to self-regulate.

Young people who come to Tumblewood have often experienced multiple placement breakdowns prior to their arrival, and it is our mission to provide a safe and stable home in which they can feel cared for and respected.

Tumblewood Project Ltd

Company Website: www.tumblewood.org

Contact: Sue Hortop

Position: Director

Address: 4 The Laurels, Hawkeridge Road, Heywood, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4LF

Telephone: 01373 824466

Fax: 01373 824321



Gender: Girls only



Size range of homes: 1 home, 4 buildings


Specialist services: Therapeutic community for girls with social, emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties

Registered school or other Registered special school on-site for all young people. Rated aseducation provision: ‘Good’ by Ofsted offering full national curriculum up to GCSE and

beyond.

Therapeutic provision: Tumblewood Community offers a variety of individual and group therapeutic services and children have access to many professional services.


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Unique Children’s Home is providing residential social care with therapeutic interventions and education to children up to 18 years of age. Their residential social care, therapeutic and educational needs are responded to in an integrated fashion.

Our work approach is based on our model, with which we undertake Re-constructive and De-constructive works with the young people. The Re-constructive process supports their building of positive Attitude, Behaviour and Character; as well as their sense of Acceptance, Belonging and Competence.

The De-constructive process is a psychotherapy intervention to undo impacts of traumas on them. Conduct disorder and or affective disorder or other anxieties and traumas, often affect young people in care.

Through the therapeutic pathways, young people are given a sense of safety and stability, respect and self-value. This translates into self-worth which is not the same as self-esteem. Self-worth gives them a sense of how to value themselves but self-esteem causes to them feel good about themselves, temporarily.

Personalised educational programmes are offered to each young person, in order to support their return into mainstream education. The education plan is linked with supportive therapeutic factors of the model.

This enhances emotional stability and awareness in the learning process. It is an integrated way of learning which is designed to meet the total needs of each child in the home. Our therapists work with the teachers for the best outcomes in both care and education.

Company Website: Under construction

Contact: Hinal Patel

Position: Director

Address: 1a Dukes Avenue, Muswell Hill, London, N10 2PS

Telephone: 0208 292 3060 / 07917 165353.



Gender: Mixed




Age range on admission: Up to the age of 18 years

Specialist services: Psychotherapy and Education

Other education provision: In-house Tutoring Service

Therapeutic provision: Psychotherapy


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Virgin Care Children’s Homes are part of a range of provisions that enable Integrated Children’s Services to support families with young people who have additional needs. Homes are based in Honiton, Exeter, Tiverton and Barnstaple, and are registered with Ofsted. Homes have their own vehicles and access the wider community for a range of enriching activities. Children’s needs are at the centre of our practise and we listen and respond to the children’s voice when planning their care. Achieving positive outcomes for young people are paramount in our work.

Overnight short breaks aim to support parents/carers, children and young people from birth to 18 years, who have learning disabilities, physical disabilities and complex medical needs. Our homes vary from 3-7 beds with both genders accessing the service. This is achieved by providing planned breaks for children and young people, by undertaking comprehensive assessments to be sure we can meet their needs. Breaks consist of day care and overnight stays, with longer stays possible to support families in need.

We offer emergency placements to support the needs of families

following a process of careful assessment and planning, taking into account the needs of children already staying in the home.

We are able to implement clinical assessment and treatment plans for individual young people as appropriate; in liaison with other relevant professionals, ensuring a multi-agency approach that values the child and puts their welfare at the centre of all decision making processes.

Virgin Care ICS (Family Support Services)

Company Website: www.virgincare.co.uk

Contact: Glenn Lobb

Position: Family Support Services

Address: Virgin Care ICS, One Capital Court, Unit 1a Bittern Road, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7FW

Telephone: 07814 779948


Type of provision: Short Breaks

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 4 children’s homes plus 6 other services


Size range of homes: 3, 5 and 7



Other services: Work alongside physiotherapy, speech and language, dieticians, specialist consultants, enabling and CAMHS service.


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Wessex College is part of the Enhanced Children’s Services Group that provides residential care, education and fostering (Enhanced Foster Care) for young people aged 10 – 18 years that have experienced trauma and abuse and have complex needs and difficulties. Established over 15 years ago, we are proud to be a practitioner owned and led provision. All services within the Group maintained a ‘Good’ with outstanding features rating from Ofsted during all Inspections in 2016.

We care for young people that have experienced childhood trauma and that have complex needs. We passionately believe that all children should be given every chance to settle and we are proud of our reputation of ‘sticking’ with children and young people through their behavioural difficulties.

Providing medium and long-term homes, we support each young person through our in-house multi-disciplinary, mental health team, providing a comprehensive clinical service who deliver

a range of evidence based psychological interventions and review/co-ordinate the Integrated Therapeutic Plans for each young person.

Our Registered Day Special School offers a range of experiential, vocational and therapeutic opportunities to support students ‘Prepare for Life’ and academic opportunities and accredited programmes ensure that the expectation to succeed in School is held for every student.

Wessex College

Company Website: www.wessexcollege.co.ukContact: Selina WallPosition: Group DirectorAddress: Wessex College, Boreham Mill, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9HQTelephone: 01985 218486Email: [email protected] of provision: Therapeutic Residential Children’s Homes, Registered Day Special School

SEBD, Therapeutic Fostering ServicesGender: Homes and girls only homesTotal number of childrens’ homes and other services: 5 Total number of registered beds: 20Size range of homes: 4 young people per homeAge range on admission: 10 - 18Specialist services: Emotional and Behavioural difficulties, Complex trauma issues, Attachment

and relationship difficulties, anxiety disorders, self -harming, conduct disorders and violence risk, depression and mood disorders, substance misuse problems, and young people at risk from CSE.

Other education provision: Registered Day Special School for students experiencing SEBDName & Qualifications: Multi-disciplinary mental health team, including Consultant Child Psychiatrist,

Consultant Clinical Psychologist, social workers, teachers, All fully qualified and registered with relevant professional bodies.

Registered school or other Registered Day Special School 10 years to 18 yearseducation provision:Therapeutic provision: Child Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Family therapy, Integrative therapy, CBT,

Equine therapy, evidenced based psychological interventions. Other services: Registered day special School for students experiencing SEBD, fostering,

Step-down services.Geographical location: South West

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What’s Out There is the culmination of many years working with young people with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties. Here at What’s Out There, we believe that all young people have the potential to change and develop. We are committed to providing young people with the quality of opportunity they need to help them realise their potential.

What’s Out There provides a therapeutic environment for 11-18 year old young people in Devon and uses cognitive behaviour intervention.

Our team has a variety of expertise in outdoor education and learning programmes, and provides a nurturing and supportive environment where young people thrive. The team emphasise its high expectations of the young people in its care, so that they aim high to achieve positive outcomes.

The team at What’s Out There are passionate about the young people in its care and share the organisation’s ethos, culture and values.

What’s Out There Ltd

Company Website: www.whatsoutthere.co.uk

Contact: Karen Amas


Address: The Old Dairy, Dunkeswell, Honiton, Devon, EX14 4ST

Telephone: 01404 891827

Fax: 01404 892983





Size range of homes: 3 Bed


Specialist services: Emotional and/or behaviour difficulties including challenging behaviour

Other education provision: Outdoor education

Registered school or other On-site ASDAN Centre, Duke of Edinburgh. Other educationeducation provision: provision accessed off site.

Therapeutic provision: Therapeutic services on request


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At White Orchid Care we look after children who may have lived within a number of foster placements/ families and for a number reasons they have not have been able to settle. We specialise in providing the child with a stable and consistent home whilst the adults look at why placements have not worked and on how we can, if appropriate, move them back within a family environment.

The children who live within the home will have experienced a difficult childhood and for personal reasons have not been allowed to remain living within their families. The children may

behave in a way that is more difficult for adults to parent and are likely to have suffered some type of trauma, neglect or abuse. One of the more likely difficulties is that the children will find attaching to others very difficult or are over familiar with people. Some children may have learning difficulties, they may also have found mainstream school very challenging due to their home life and require a more flexible type of education.

White Orchid will provide care for:

• Children who have emerging mental health issues or are receiving treatment from

CAMHS, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties.

• Who are at risk and vulnerable to exploitation, for example risk of drugs, alcohol misuse, gang and criminal activity and sexual exploitation.

• Children who have found settling within a foster family difficult.

• Children who have suffered trauma perhaps due to neglect, physical, sexual or emotional abuse.

• Children who have attachment disorders and have poor experiences of being parented.

White Orchid Care Ltd

Company Website: www.whiteorchid-care.com

Contact: Debbie Bavister

Position: Director

Telephone: 01908 749845


Type of provision: Residential Children’s Home for children with EBD



Size range of homes: 1x5 bed 1x8 bed

Age range on admission: 7-13 years in approved provision, please contact us regarding our new provision

Specialist services: White Orchid Care provides a Therapeutic provision for younger children to enable a successful return to their families or foster care. We aim to reduce the number of placement breakdowns by working with the child for an agreed time period which allows them to work on their past traumas. We aim to change the behaviours which impact on them being able to settle so that any return to a family environment can be sustainable for the child. White Orchid Care provides therapy and education services to children placed within our homes. All of our homes aim to provide a homely feel where children are provided with exceptional care.

Other education provision: White Orchid care will provide information on local resources should the child require an education provision. This will be managed and organised by White Orchid Care.

Therapeutic provision: Simon Boots is a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, registered with the Association of Child Psychotherapists and British Psychoanalytic Council. Simon provides therapy and support to the children who are placed within White Orchid Care.

Region: South East

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Witherslack Group have provided inspirational education and care to children and young people, resulting in life changing experiences and countless stories of success, since 1972.

We are the UK’s leading provider of specialist education and care for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (autistic spectrum conditions, Asperger’s Syndrome, speech, language and communication needs) and complex learning needs.

Witherslack Group’s history of success and sector-leading Ofsted judgements has been achieved through an ethos of high

aspiration, placement stability through our ‘team around the child’ approach, unique in-school therapy solutions and our inspiring environments. These all combine to optimise life opportunities for children and young people, give confidence to parents and carers, and deliver unmatched value for local authorities.

Our focus on support, care and acceptance allows each young person to develop as an independent individual, equipped with the knowledge, experience and life skills to look to the future with increased confidence and aspiration. We are truly proud of the role we play in changing the lives of young people and helping

them to realise their full potential.

The Group’s schools, children’s homes and integrated learning centres provide a complete day, residential and 52 week system of education and care. We also offer our young people the chance to access in-house vocational centres and further education facilities.

Most importantly though, we go the extra mile for all of our young people to ensure that their time in our schools and children’s homes gives them the foundations and ambitions to achieve in their futures and create their own story of success.

Company Website: www.witherslackgroup.co.uk

Contact: Howard Tennant

Position: Director of Care

Address: Kingfisher House, St John’s Road, Meadowfield, Durham, DH7 8TZ

Telephone: 0844 880 6520


Type of provision: Children’s Homes and Schools

Gender: Mixed

Total number of childrens’ homes and other services: 14 children’s homes, 15 schools


Size range of homes: Range from 2 to 7 places


Specialist service: SEBD, Communication Impairments, Challenging Behaviour, Complex Learning Difficulties

Registered school: 15 Schools - Refer to website.

Therapeutic provision: Clinical Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Play/Art Therapist, CBT, CAMHS Practitioners, Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapist.

Other services: Educational Psychologists, child psychiatrist

Geographical location: North East, North West, Yorks & Humberside East Midlands.

Witherslack Group

www.witherslackgroup.co.uk


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At Young Foundations, we believe that children and young people with mental health issues, leaving hospital, require caring relationships, targeted treatment and a safe environment. Our clinical support team is led by a psychiatrist working directly with the young person and the staff team. Young Foundations is registered with the General Medical Council as a Designated Body to oversee the quality of our psychiatric care.

Our consultant child psychiatrists lead our multi-disciplinary teams and they provide the expert

medical help each young person needs. We can take over the management of their medication and develop psychological treatment programmes to meet their needs. We will deliver services set out in Community Treatment Orders and assist in progress along care pathways leading to improved and fulfilling lives.

Our clinical support is fully integrated in to each home, and all of our staff are trained in psychiatric and psychological treatment models. This additional training underpins the

relationship based ethos of every home and gives the staff team the confidence and competence to work successfully with young people with complex needs.

Our staff team feel proud about the part we play in helping the children and young people to make safe and managed transitions out of hospital.

Young Foundations

Company Website: www.youngfoundations.com

Contact: Carl McCarthy / Niall Kelly

Position: Business Development Manager / Managing Director

Address: Southwood House, Greenwood Business Centre, Salford, Manchester, M5 4QH

Telephone: 0161 772 5210

Fax: 01824 792150


Type of provision: Foster Care, Children’s Homes and Specialist Adult Residential.


Total number of registered beds: 23 (further 21 with CQC & Care Inspectorate)

Size range of homes: 5-6 bed and a 12 bedded school


Specialist services: Step Down Services from CAMHS Hospital, Mental Health issues, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, and Learning Disabilities

Other education provision: On-site education, separate Specialist Residential School

Registered school or other education provision: Stafford Hall School and Stepping Stones (attached to Valley House)

Therapeutic provision: All services.

Geographical location: Yorks & Humberside, East Midlands, West Midlands, North West, North East & Scotland

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Geographical ListNORTH WESTA Lowrie Care Services Ltd A Wilderness Way LtdABC Care & Education LimitedAftercare (NW) LtdAppletree Treatment CentreArnfield Care Aurora Care LtdBay View ChildcareBright FuturesThe Cambian Group Care 4 Children Residential Services LtdCare Afloat Care Today (Children’s Services)Cherish Children’s Care LtdCherry Cottage Choices 4 Children Compass Children’s HomeCourtyard Care GroupCrystal Care Solutions LtdCTC - InspireDuty of Care LtdExceptional CareFamily Care Associates LtdFootsteps a Path to Change Frances HouseGood Foundations Ltd Halliwell Homes Ltd Homescope (Independent Living)Hopscotch Care LtdHorizon Care & Education Group LtdIdem Living Inspire Childrens Services Keys Group Kisimul Group LtdLife Change Care LtdMeadows Care LimitedNew Horizons (NW) LtdNorth Lakes Children’s ServicesNugent CareOracle Care Ltd Pathfinders Childcare LtdPenarth GroupProgressive CareRoc Northwest Ltd Sandcastle Care LtdSupporting FuturesTime Out Children’s Homes Witherslack Group Young Foundations

EASTBeeches UK Ltd BreakThe Cambian Group Care Afloat

Care Focus Ltd Childhood First Clover Childcare ServicesGreenfields Keys Group Kisimul Group LtdOracle Care Ltd Specialist Education Services (Holdings) Ltd TulipCare

NORTH EASTA Significant Other Ltd A Wilderness Way LtdArtemis Support Ltd Brantwood Specialist School The Cambian GroupCare Afloat Duty of Care LtdEvolution Children’s Services Highfield Northeast LimitedHoward House CareKeys Group North East Autism SocietyNorth East Specialist Therapeutic Services (NESTS)Right-Trak Ltd Witherslack Group Young Foundations

SOUTH EASTAcorn Homes GroupAction in CareAmegreen Children’s ServicesAnderida Adolescent Care LtdArc Hd Services LtdBack on Track Children’s Services Beeches UK Ltd Benecare Ltd Calcot Services for Children Caldecott FoundationThe Cambian GroupCare Afloat Causeway Care LtdChannels and ChoicesChildhood First Children’s Respite Care LtdCompass Children’s HomeCornerways Children’s Services Crusoe Care LtdCuckfield CareFairport Care Services Ferndearle Child Care Services LtdFive RiversGlebe House (Friends Therapeutic Community Trust)Greenacre Care ServiceHillcrest Care Ltd Horizon Care & Education Group Ltd

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J&R Care LtdJigsaw (Croydon) LtdKennet CareKeys Group Kites Children’s Services Ltd Leeward Care LtdLioncare Group Moonreach LtdNew Forest CareNH Care Pilgrims Corner Group Potton HomesRonanda LtdRubicon Children’s HomesSahara Care Children’s Services LtdSatash Community Care Project LtdSerenity Care HomesShalamar Children LtdSpringfield Road Ltd SWAAYThe National Autistic SocietyTulipCare White Orchid

SOUTH WEST3 Dimensions Care LtdArc Hd Services LtdBeaufort Care Group Calcot Services for Children The Cambian Group Carbrey CareCare Afloat Chances Child Care and Family Support Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf EducationFive RiversHomes to InspireGrapevine Care LtdGreenfields Headway Adolescent Resources LtdIdem LivingJigsaw (Croydon) LtdKennet CareKeys Group Kisimul Group LtdLeeward Care LtdNew Forest CareOne to One Crisis Intervention LtdPhoenix Learning & CarePositive CycleSolent Child Care LtdSouth West Mental HealthStep A SideThe National Autistic SocietyTime Out Children’s Homes Tumblewood

Virgin Care (ICS)Wessex College LtdWhat’s Out There Ltd

LONDONThe Cambian Group Care Afloat Childhood First Children of the MangroveFive RiversGreenacre Care ServiceHillcrest Care Ltd Holibrook House Ltd Horizon Care & Education Group LtdJigsaw (Croydon) LtdKattz Care ServicesKeys Group MRCS LtdOak House Children’s Home LtdSankofa CareThe National Autistic SocietyTulipCare Unique Children’s Care

EAST MIDLANDSAdventure Care LtdBanyan TreeBarford Children’s ServicesCaldecott FoundationThe Cambian GroupCare Afloat Childhood First Footsteps a Path to Change Homes to InspireGrace Care LtdGrasmere Care LtdHappy Children’s HomesHorizon Care & Education Group LtdInmind Children’s Services LtdInspirationsKeys Group Kisimul Group LtdNottinghamshire YMCAPathway Care Solutions Praxis CareProgress ChildcareProgressive CareShyne Together LtdThe PLACE Young People’s CompanyTotal Care Matters LtdYoung Foundations

WEST MIDLANDSAlbrighton CareAmberleigh Care

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Geographical ListAmos Children’s HomeArchways Care Ltd Branas Isaf Bryn Melyn Care LtdCaldecott FoundationThe Cambian GroupCare Afloat Care Today (Children’s Services)Compass Children’s HomeCove Residential Services Crystal Care Solutions LtdCTC - InspireDMR Services LimitedFamily Care Associates LtdFootsteps a Path to Change Homes to InspireGreenfields Hillcrest Care Ltd Horizon Care & Education Group LtdI and A Services Inspire Care (UK)Keys Group Motivations Activity Projects Ltd New Rays Care ServicesOptions GroupOracle Care Ltd Our Place SchoolsOverley HallPositive Pathways LtdProgress ChildcareRoundhouse care Serenity Specialist Care LtdThoughts of Others LtdYoung Foundations

WALESAmberleigh CareBranas Isaf Bryn Melyn Care LtdThe Cambian Group Care 4 Children Residential Services Ltd Crystal Care Solutions LtdGenus Care LtdGreenfields Headway Adolescent Resources LtdI and A Services Keys Group Priority Childcare Step A Side

YORKSHIRE & HUMBERSIDEDove Adolescent Services Ltd First 4 CareG B A CARE LIMITEDHarmony Children’s ServicesHollybank Trust

In Safe HandsKeswick Care Treehouse Care Fostering Solutions Ltd

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