Our Care
Every aspect of our care is grounded in the PACE model — a research-backed therapeutic framework for healing children who have experienced trauma.
The P.A.C.E Model
Click a letter to explore each dimension of our therapeutic approach.
Play is the primary language of children. We bring warmth, creativity and joy into everyday interactions — creating moments of connection that build trust and repair attachment.
What this looks like in practice
What makes us different
Every aspect of our care is built on principles that put children first — always.
01Integrated Therapeutic Care
At Stepping Stones Children's Homes we provide integrated therapeutic care that places safety, stability and healing at the centre of every placement. Guided by the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy), our approach helps young people feel secure, understood and valued. With clinical oversight and a dedicated staff team, we work together to transform trauma into resilience — ensuring every child has the opportunity to build brighter futures.
02Therapeutic Support Shaped Around Each Young Person
We design individualised therapeutic pathways that recognise each young person's unique experiences, strengths and aspirations. By integrating the PACE model with clinical expertise and close collaboration with families and professionals, we ensure care is not only safe and consistent but also healing, empowering and focused on long-term independence.
03Therapeutic Care, Powered by People
At Stepping Stones Children's Homes our strength lies in our people. We are a united team who bring therapeutic care to life through the values of PACE and trauma-informed practice. With compassion, resilience and a shared commitment to excellence, we support one another so that every young person receives consistent, healing care and the opportunity to build a brighter future.
04Together as Family, Together in Community
Our homes offer the warmth of family life where children feel safe and connected. With our Good Neighbour Policy, we extend that same ethos beyond our doors — working with neighbours and local communities to promote positive engagement and a true sense of belonging.
Refer a child into
our care
Our specialist team works quickly and sensitively with all referrals. Every child is matched to the right home with the right team.
