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Action for Children - Hillcrest care home
Children & Young People

Action for Children - Hillcrest

Stornoway

About Action for Children - Hillcrest

Action for Children - Hillcrest is a children and young people's care service located in Stornoway, in the Na h-Eileanan Siar council area of the Western Isles. The service is operated by Action for Children, a well-established national charity with extensive experience in supporting children and families across the UK. At its most recent inspection in March 2026, the Care Inspectorate awarded the service an average grade of Good (4 out of 6), reflecting a solid standard of care and support.

The service provides general care for children and young people, offering a nurturing environment where residents can receive the support they need. Action for Children brings a strong values-led approach to its work, focusing on the wellbeing and development of the young people in its care.

Situated in Stornoway, the main town of the Western Isles, the service benefits from a community setting that supports young people's connections to local life and services.

Last Inspection
17 March 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?
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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