Molmontend Farm

Newmilns

About Molmontend Farm

Molmontend Farm is a children and young people's care home located in Newmilns, East Ayrshire, operated by Greenleaf House Co Ltd. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in April 2026, the home achieved an average grade of Very Good, scoring 5 out of 6 on Scotland's official care quality scale. This reflects a strong commitment to delivering high standards of care and support for the young people who live there.

The home provides general care for children and young people, offering a nurturing and supportive environment tailored to the needs of younger residents. Set in a farm setting, Molmontend Farm benefits from a distinctive rural location that can provide a calming and enriching backdrop for young people in its care.

With a Very Good rating from the Care Inspectorate, families can feel reassured that Molmontend Farm consistently demonstrates quality care practices and a genuine focus on the wellbeing of its residents.

Last Inspection

15 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?

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 Molmontend Farm, 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 Molmontend Farm, 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?