Windybrae
About Windybrae
Windybrae is a children and young people's care home located in Dunrossness, in the Shetland Islands. Operated by Shetland Islands Council, the home received an average grade of Good (4 out of 6) from the Care Inspectorate at its most recent inspection in June 2024, reflecting a solid standard of care and support for its residents.
The home provides general care for children and young people, offering a supportive environment tailored to the needs of younger residents in the community. As a locally operated facility, Windybrae benefits from the oversight and commitment of Shetland Islands Council, ensuring that care is delivered in line with national standards and local needs.
Situated in Dunrossness, the home serves the Shetland Islands area, providing young people with access to care within their own community. Families can take confidence in the home's Good rating from Scotland's care regulator, the Care Inspectorate.
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).
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Windybrae, 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 Windybrae, 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?
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