Setthorns is one of our warm, nurturing residential homes, designed to provide a stable and supportive environment where every child can thrive. The house also features a self-contained annex known as Oakley—a private, independent space ideal for individuals who benefit from living alone while still being closely supported by our team.
Our Ethos
Setthorns is a home built around the ethos of growth, confidence, and increasing independence. This nurturing environment encourages young people to develop real-world skills, whether they’re taking part in local community clubs or confidently exploring the nearby high street.
Throughout Setthorns, you’ll notice a recurring theme of green, a deliberate choice inspired by colour theory. Green symbolises growth, and it reflects our belief in supporting each young person to move forward at their own pace, building independence, resilience, and a sense of pride in their achievements.
Life at Setthorns
Setthorns is a lively, creative, and community-minded home where every day offers something new to enjoy. The young people attend a range of weekly clubs in the local community, guitar lessons, drama club, karate, and more, building new skills and growing in confidence week by week. One young person is even learning the guitar with hopes of giving a brilliant performance at our 2026 Celebration Day.
Setthorns is full of fun and personality. The children love going swimming, getting competitive on the PlayStation, and sharing their enthusiasm for all things Marvel and DC. And you’ll struggle to find a room without at least one Lego model proudly on display!
Creating memories is a huge part of life in Setthorns. Together, we enjoy holidays to places like Butlins, take part in charity events such as bake sales and food bank support, and celebrate our achievements as a team. And if you’re really lucky, you might even be invited to sit down for a delicious dinner prepared by the young people themselves.
The Team
Setthorns is supported by a warm, dedicated, and experienced team who create a safe and nurturing environment for every young person. The home is staffed by Charne, Nicole, Arya, Libin, and Grace, all of whom bring their own strengths, compassion, and commitment to helping the young people thrive.
Setthorns is also proud to have Sue on the team, a long-standing and much-loved staff member who has been supporting children here for over 20 years. Together, they form a stable and caring team that truly places the young people at the heart of everything they do.