The development of a young person is our top priority. We take pride in homely, modern premises and an individual therapeutic approach.

Our Ethos

Footsteps is committed to implementing a child centred approach in all aspects of every day working with the young people.

At Footsteps we respect that all young people are unique, equal but different and that all young people's unique talents should be recognised. We believe that with the right help, committed staff support and a little confidence we can transform their lives and fulfil their potential or future aspirations.

Footsteps believes that all young people have the right to a safe, secure environment and opportunities to explore themselves, their abilities, areas for development and potential in the world around them. We believe these are the essential building blocks for the foundation of progress and integration. All young people are entitled to physical and emotional care of excellent quality. The staff teams ensure that warmth, stability, consistency, structure, and boundaries are constant active features of their work with the young people in their care

Main areas of our focus

Therapeutic setting

A therapeutic environment creates a space where young people can process their emotions and develop healthy coping mechanisms. We find that it enhances both Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence.

When children feel supported, valued, and understood in their environment, their self-esteem and self-confidence are positively impacted.

We can help support children and young people who  have dealt with trauma, abuse or any other kind of severe disruption prior to being placed in our care.

Continuing Education

When children are placed with us many are no longer in mainstream school education due to the issues they have faced. We can work with them using home schooling and by studying for AQAs to ease them back into routine and hopefully back into mainstream education, should it be felt this is the best option for them.

Many of our young people achieve great results at their GCSEs,  and go on to study in their chosen field.

Sports, Crafts & Hobbies

We encourage a wide range of crafts and hobbies  to fuel creativity, learning, and social interaction. These activities can be chosen by the young person to suit their chosen preference. Activities such as painting, drawing,  sculpting with playdough, scrap books, building with LEGOs or construction toys, and joining sports groups, Scouts or Brownies are actively encouraged. Additionally, activities like gardening, cooking, and music can also be undertaken to enhance the children's experiences.