Children's homes

We are proud of our long history of successful delivery of residential care services for children and young people in England and the Isle of Man. 

 "Young people achieve positive outcomes and are provided with high quality care within a warm, caring, nurturing environment with firm and consistent boundaries." Outstanding Ofsted Inspection November 2011  

young people playing board games

 "The service provides excellent care for the young people...The staff group are versatile and dynamic and present as dedicated and professional." Isle of Man Inspection report May 2011

We view residential care not as a last resort, but as a valuable option in its own right for some young people who have had painful experiences of family life.

We are able to provide stable, effective placements for young people, including those with very challenging behaviours - providing them with a safe, caring community in which they can learn to build positive relationships.  Learn more about our child care approach.

We are proud of our record of achieving: 

  • improved life chances for young people
  • low placement breakdown figures
  • high school attendance figures
  • positive feedback from young people
  • positive Ofsted and Isle of Man inspection reports.

St Christopher's provide services as part of block contracts or through individual placements and offer:

  • high value, flexible services for local authorities
  • consistent staffing and experienced management
  • effective partnership working with other agencies.   

We are able to accept planned and emergency referrals. To make a referral telephone us on 0800 234 6282 or email referrals@stchris.org.uk