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Chestnut Wynd for Young PeopleEdinburgh
Children & Young People

Chestnut Wynd for Young People

Edinburgh

About Chestnut Wynd for Young People

Chestnut Wynd for Young People is a residential care service for children and young people, located in Edinburgh and operated by Dean and Cauvin Young Peoples Trust. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in December 2025, the service achieved an average grade of Very Good, rated 5 out of 6 on Scotland's care quality scale, reflecting a strong commitment to high standards of care and support.

The service provides general residential care for children and young people, offering a supportive and nurturing environment tailored to the needs of younger residents. Dean and Cauvin Young Peoples Trust has a longstanding focus on supporting young people in Scotland, and Chestnut Wynd reflects this dedication through its person-centred approach to care.

Based in Edinburgh, the service benefits from good access to local amenities, community resources, and support networks, helping young residents maintain connections and develop the skills they need for everyday life.

Last Inspection
9 December 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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