Burwell House
Burwell House is the newest of our homes and is located in rural Somerset and is registered to care for three young people under 17, and can facilitate a mixed gender accommodation.
Registered Manager: Amy McCall
Burwell House is a large six bedroomed detached property situated in rural Somerset, and is shared between the main home and an annex very close to the main building.
The accommodation, which is fully centrally heated, consists of:
Main Building:
- A lounge equipped with a TV, DVD player and Sky viewing.
- An L shaped fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and dinner.
- Chill out room/snug with TV & Games console alongside comfy chairs and beanbags.
- A bathroom with over bath shower and WC.
- Three young people bedrooms.
- One staff bedroom.
- Garden.
Annex:
- L shaped kitchen fitted with integrated appliances.
- Two bedrooms.
- Large upstairs communal space.
- Bathroom with walk in shower.
Each young person has their own bedroom with privacy, subject to safeguarding for the young person’s safety and protection. All bedrooms are furnished with a single bed, bedding, study desk and lighting. Each room is provided with a television, storage space for clothing and safe storage for personal belongings. Any valuables belonging to the young person can be stored securely. Each room will have a lock and the young person will be responsible for the key to this and the upkeep of their room, with support from the home where required.
The home is located on the outskirts of rural community that includes farmland, woodland and a small village within walking distance, which has a small general store, small church, park, village hall, amongst houses. The village has a frequent bus service.
The closest large town is within 12 miles and offers offers facilities such as supermarkets, a train and bus station with regular transport links to many seaside and city destinations. There is also local access to Youth Clubs and Army cadets, a leisure centre and a beachfront. High street shops, a shopping centre, three retail parks and a full range of fast-food establishments, restaurants and cafes are also in close proximity to Burwell Home.
A range of easily accessible outdoor activities include:
- Walking on public footpaths that are clearly marked tracks or feature walks
- Cycling areas
- Parks and recreational grounds are available for ball games such as football
- Nature reserves
Interactions between staff and young people are kind, caring and friendly. There is a relaxed atmosphere in the home, with lots of play and laughing. The environment is warm and homely, with modern furnishings and decoration.
Ofsted 2023
Children are supported to continue to do the activities they enjoy, as well as develop new hobbies, such as horse riding.
Ofsted 2023
Family members feels welcomed when visiting and has recognise that young people are often looking forward to returning to their new home after spending time together in their family home.
Ofsted 2023
Staff have developed good working relationships with school professionals, which allow appropriate responses to be actioned quickly when concerns arise.
Ofsted 2023
Our Approach
Each of our Headway homes is a welcoming, safe and secure environment equipped to care for young people with varying needs. We are dedicated to helping individuals to feel comfortable, cared for and supported throughout their time with us. Our homes guide the young people in our care to make healthy choices, make positive contributions to the world around them and get the most out of life.