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Fernbank Children's HomePeterhead
Children & Young People

Fernbank Children's Home

Peterhead

About Fernbank Children's Home

Fernbank Children's Home is a children and young people's residential service located in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, operated by Aberdeenshire Council. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in July 2025, the home achieved an average grade of Very Good, rated 5 out of 6 on Scotland's care quality scale, reflecting a strong commitment to the wellbeing of the young people in its care.

The home provides general residential care for children and young people, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for those who require a safe place to live and grow. As a council-run service, Fernbank operates within Aberdeenshire's wider children's services framework, ensuring young residents have access to appropriate support and resources.

Peterhead's coastal community setting provides a familiar local environment for young people placed at Fernbank, helping to maintain connections to schools, activities, and the wider community during their time at the home.

Last Inspection
22 July 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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