Care Visions - High Kilroy

Dumfries

About Care Visions - High Kilroy

Care Visions - High Kilroy is a children and young people's care home located in Dumfries, within the Dumfries & Galloway council area. Operated by Care Visions Group Limited, the service achieved an average grade of Very Good (5 out of 6) from the Care Inspectorate at its most recent inspection in May 2025, reflecting a strong commitment to high-quality care for the young people it supports.

The home provides general care for children and young people, offering a supportive and nurturing environment designed to meet their individual needs. Care Visions Group Limited brings a dedicated approach to residential childcare, focusing on the wellbeing, development, and safety of each young person in their care.

With its location in Dumfries, the home benefits from access to local community resources and amenities, helping young residents maintain connections with the wider community as part of their day-to-day lives.

Last Inspection

29 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?

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 Care Visions - High Kilroy, 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 Care Visions - High Kilroy, 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?