Sunderland House

Dunoon

About Sunderland House

Sunderland House is a children and young people's care home located in Dunoon, within the Argyll & Bute council area. Operated by Spark of Genius (Training) Ltd, the home has achieved an average grade of Very Good (5 out of 6) from the Care Inspectorate at its most recent inspection in January 2026, reflecting a strong commitment to quality care and positive outcomes for the young people it supports.

The home provides general care for children and young people, offering a supportive and nurturing environment tailored to their individual needs. Spark of Genius (Training) Ltd is a recognised provider with experience in working with younger people, and Sunderland House benefits from this specialist focus and organisational expertise.

Situated in Dunoon, the home enjoys a scenic location on the Cowal Peninsula, providing a calm and settled setting that can be beneficial for the wellbeing and development of its residents.

Last Inspection

22 January 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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?