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Children & Young People

Balmore Children's Unit

Glasgow

About Balmore Children's Unit

Balmore Children's Unit is a children and young people's care service located in Glasgow, operated by Glasgow City Council. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in January 2026, the service achieved an average grade of Excellent, the highest possible rating on the 6-point scale used by Scotland's care regulator. This outstanding result reflects a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care and support for the young people it serves.

The service provides general care for children and young people, offering a nurturing and supportive environment tailored to their individual needs. As a Glasgow City Council operated service, Balmore Children's Unit benefits from the resources and oversight of one of Scotland's largest local authorities, ensuring consistent standards of care and wellbeing for its residents.

Families seeking a highly regarded children's care service in the Glasgow City area will find Balmore Children's Unit's excellent inspection record a reassuring indicator of the quality of care provided.

Last Inspection
29 January 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?
Excellent6
Care Planning
How good is our care and support planning?
Excellent6
Setting
How good is our setting?
Excellent6
Staff Team
How good is our staff team?
Excellent6
Leadership
How good is our leadership?
Excellent6
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