Abbeyfield Lodge

Fraserburgh

About Abbeyfield Lodge

Abbeyfield Lodge is a children and young people's care home located in Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire, operated by Abbeyfield Lodge. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in May 2025, the home achieved an average grade of Good, rated 4 out of 6 on Scotland's care quality scale. This reflects a solid standard of care and a commitment to meeting the needs of the young people it supports.

The home provides general care for children and young people, offering a supportive and nurturing environment tailored to the developmental and emotional needs of its residents. Staff work to create a stable, homely setting where young people can feel safe and well supported.

Fraserburgh is a coastal town in Aberdeenshire, and Abbeyfield Lodge benefits from its community setting, giving young residents access to local amenities and services that can support their broader wellbeing and development.

Last Inspection

6 May 2025

Care Inspectorate Grades

Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).

Wellbeing Support

How well do we support people's wellbeing?

Good4

Care Planning

How good is our care and support planning?

Good4

Setting

How good is our setting?

Good4

Staff Team

How good is our staff team?

Good4

Leadership

How good is our leadership?

Good4

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5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Abbeyfield Lodge, consider asking...

1.How do you support young people to maintain contact with their family?
2.What education and skills development is available?
3.How do you handle situations where a young person is distressed or at risk?
4.How are young people involved in decisions about their own care?
5.What does the transition plan look like as a young person approaches adulthood?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Abbeyfield Lodge, look out for...

1.Does the environment feel homely and age-appropriate, not institutional?
2.Do staff interact with young people as individuals, not just service users?
3.Is there evidence of personalisation -- young people's own belongings, artwork, choices?
4.Do young people seem comfortable and relaxed around staff?
5.Is the atmosphere positive and nurturing, or tense and controlled?