East Lodge is a warm, structured and therapeutic children’s home offering 24-hour care, 365 days a year for children and young people aged 8 to 17.
Located in a peaceful semi-rural setting near Garstang, East Lodge supports young people who require emotional and behavioural support in a calm, predictable environment. With a focus on stability and progress, the home provides tailored, one-to-one care guided by therapeutic principles.
East Lodge offers a calm, low-capacity setting for children who need high levels of emotional support and consistency. This section gives professionals a clear summary of what the home provides, from the age range and capacity to the care model and registration details.
Whether you’re assessing a potential homes or looking to understand our suitability for a specific referral, these quick facts provide a snapshot of the key information you need to begin the conversation with confidence.
We support local authority teams by offering responsive homes backed by a consistent, skilled team.
At East Lodge, our approach combines structure, empathy and therapeutic consistency. We support children with a range of emotional and behavioural needs, including those who have faced trauma, instability or significant challenges in previous homes.
Care is guided by trauma-informed principles and delivered in a way that helps children:
The home operates with a low-stimulation environment, clear routines and consistent adult presence. Every child receives a personalised plan that shapes their daily care, education engagement and emotional support.
We also provide 1:1 staffing and key worker relationships, ensuring each young person receives consistent attention and trusted adult support throughout their time with us.
The physical space at East Lodge is crucial in creating a stable and nurturing environment. Every aspect of the home is designed to support emotional safety, encourage positive routines and help young people feel at home.
We recognise that many children arriving at East Lodge may have faced disruption, loss or environments that didn’t meet their needs. Our setting focuses on comfort, calm and predictability. From private bedrooms to shared areas, each space is arranged to promote trust, relaxation and recovery.
These features lay the foundation for meaningful progress, offering the stability needed for young people to reflect, grow and rebuild their confidence.
Key features include:
The layout of East Lodge helps create an atmosphere of safety, consistency and belonging, all essential for therapeutic care.
East Lodge is located in a peaceful, semi-rural setting near Garstang, Lancashire, offering a quiet and safe environment for children to heal and grow. This location strikes the perfect balance between tranquillity and easy access to essential services, ensuring young people can gradually connect with the community around them.
The local area provides access to a variety of resources, from healthcare and education to recreational activities, all of which support the well-being and development of the children in our care. Nearby schools, both mainstream and specialist, offer appropriate educational options, while local GP surgeries and health services ensure children receive the medical care they need.
With access to public transport links, children can stay connected with family and friends, helping foster a sense of independence. The area also features local parks and green spaces that promote physical activity and wellbeing.
This environment, combined with local youth groups, sports clubs, and volunteer opportunities, gives children the chance to develop vital social skills, build confidence and feel part of their community. We help children engage with local life at their own pace, offering a sense of belonging while they’re with us.
The East Lodge team brings a strong blend of experience, compassion and professionalism. Staff are carefully chosen for their ability to connect with young people, work therapeutically and remain calm under pressure.
We maintain a stable, consistent team to help build trust and emotional safety. Children know who they’re coming home to each day — and that consistency makes a difference.
All staff receive ongoing training and development in:
Reflective supervision and regular team meetings support staff to think carefully about their work, keep learning and stay emotionally available for the young people they care for.
Each child is supported by a dedicated key worker who advocates for their needs, tracks their progress and maintains clear communication with professionals and families.
We focus on real, measurable progress, not just while children are with us but in the months and years that follow.
Many young people arrive at East Lodge with disrupted attachment, home instability or a history of trauma. With time, consistency and the right support, we see clear improvements in:
We track outcomes closely through reports, key work records and professional reviews. Feedback from commissioners, schools and families confirms what we see every day; meaningful, lasting change.
We don’t measure success in quick fixes. We’re here to help each child build the tools they need for long-term stability and better life chances.
We welcome referrals and enquiries from local authorities, social workers and professionals who want to explore East Lodge.
Our team is here to talk you through availability, answer questions and provide detailed information about how we can support the individual needs of the young person you’re working with.
Let’s work together to find the right support at the right time.
