For Local Authorities
Trusted partner in providing therapeutic residential care for children with complex needs.
Why Partner with Channels & Choices?
A proven track record of excellence in therapeutic residential care.
Ofsted Reports
All our homes are Ofsted-registered with Excellent or Good ratings.
Formulation Process
Complete therapeutic support including in-house education, therapy services and fostering, ensuring seamless care pathways.
Therapeutic Approach
Evidence-based, trauma-informed care with minimum 1:1 staffing ratios and attachment-aware practice throughout.
Proven Outcomes
Demonstrable success in supporting children to achieve stability, progress in education and successful transitions.
Responsive Service
Quick response times for referrals, comprehensive assessments and flexible placement planning to meet urgent needs.
Collaborative Partnership
Regular communication, transparent reporting and strong working relationships with social workers and IROs.
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Detailed information about each of our children’s homes.
Bay House
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Beach House
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Bridge End
Channel House
Compass House
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Invictus House
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Ocean House
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Pier House
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The Lakehouse
Download GuideWho We Support
Our residential homes provide therapeutic care for children aged 8–17 with complex social, emotional and mental health needs, including:
- Attachment difficulties and trauma histories
- Emotional regulation challenges
- Complex behavioural presentations
- History of placement breakdown
- Educational disengagement or exclusion
- Needs requiring therapeutic intervention
We welcome referrals for children who need a stable, therapeutic environment with high staffing ratios and integrated access to education and therapy services.
Our Referral Process
A straightforward, responsive approach to placement matching.
Initial Contact
Contact our referrals team by phone or email with basic information about the child’s needs. We’ll confirm availability and discuss suitability in principle.
Referral Documentation
Submit full referral information including care plan, risk assessments, medical and education history, and any relevant reports. We aim to respond within 48 hours.
Impact Assessment
Our team reviews the referral to ensure we can meet the child’s needs and assess compatibility with existing residents and home dynamics.
Planning Meeting
Meet with the child, social worker and family to discuss the placement, answer questions and ensure everyone is informed and comfortable with next steps.
Transition and Admission
Implement a carefully planned transition with pre-placement visits, introductions to staff and a phased move-in process tailored to the child’s needs.
What Happens After Admission?
Initial assessment (first 28 days): Comprehensive assessment of needs, strengths and goals to inform the child’s personalised care and therapeutic plan.
Regular reviews: Monthly key worker sessions, statutory reviews and ongoing monitoring of progress against agreed outcomes.
Transparent communication: Daily logs, weekly updates and immediate contact for significant incidents or concerns.
Education and therapy integration: Access to our specialist school and clinical team, with coordinated planning across all services.
Transition planning: From day one, we work towards the child’s long-term goals, whether that’s family reunification, foster care or independent living.
Ready to Make a Referral?
Contact our team to discuss a potential placement or request more information.