Aberlour Options - Lothian

Prestonpans

About Aberlour Options - Lothian

Aberlour Options - Lothian is a children and young people's care service located in Prestonpans, East Lothian, operated by the well-regarded Aberlour Child Care Trust. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in February 2026, the service achieved an average grade of Very Good, rated 5 out of 6, reflecting a strong commitment to quality care and positive outcomes for the young people it supports.

The service provides general care for children and young people, offering a nurturing and supportive environment tailored to their individual needs. Aberlour Child Care Trust is a respected Scottish charity with a long history of delivering high-quality services for vulnerable children and families, and this Lothian service reflects those values.

Situated in Prestonpans, the service benefits from good connections across East Lothian, helping young people maintain important links with their local communities, families, and wider support networks.

Last Inspection

28 February 2026

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?

Very Good5

Care Planning

How good is our care and support planning?

Very Good5

Setting

How good is our setting?

Very Good5

Staff Team

How good is our staff team?

Very Good5

Leadership

How good is our leadership?

Very Good5

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5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Aberlour Options - Lothian, 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 Aberlour Options - Lothian, 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?