Chalmers House

Edinburgh

About Chalmers House

Chalmers House is a children and young people's care home located in Edinburgh, operated by City of Edinburgh Council. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in April 2026, the service received an average grade of Good, rated 4 out of 6 on the Care Inspectorate's quality scale, reflecting a solid standard of care and support for its residents.

The home provides general care for children and young people, offering a supportive and nurturing environment tailored to the needs of younger residents. As a council-operated service, Chalmers House works within established frameworks to promote the wellbeing, safety, and development of the young people in its care.

Located in Edinburgh within the City of Edinburgh Council area, the home benefits from access to local community resources and support networks. Families seeking care for a young person in the Edinburgh area may find Chalmers House a suitable option to consider.

Last Inspection

20 April 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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5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Chalmers House, 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 Chalmers House, 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?