Craigie Cottage

Dundee

About Craigie Cottage

Craigie Cottage is a children and young people's care home located in Dundee, operated by Dundee City Council. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in May 2025, the home achieved an average grade of Very Good, scoring 5 out of 6 on the national grading scale. This strong result reflects a high standard of care and a well-managed environment for the young residents it supports.

The home provides general care for children and young people, offering a supportive and nurturing setting designed to meet the needs of younger residents in the Dundee City area. As a council-operated service, Craigie Cottage benefits from the resources and oversight of Dundee City Council, helping to ensure consistent and reliable care.

Families and professionals seeking a well-regarded children's residential placement in Dundee will find Craigie Cottage a reassuring option, backed by a strong recent inspection record from Scotland's care regulator.

Last Inspection

10 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 Craigie Cottage, 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 Craigie Cottage, 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?