FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many children’s homes does Wilderness Way have?

We have 51 homes.

How many children do you look after?

We can look after up to 50505 children.

How old are the children you look after?

We can look after children from the age of 11 to 17.

How many children live in each home?

Most of our homes accommodate one child and two carers. Some of our homes can accommodate up to 3 children.

Where are your homes?

We have homes in rural locations across Cumbria, Lanarkshire and Northumberland.

What are your homes like?

Each of our homes is a large, detached, high quality, family home with gardens a private bedroom for our children and their care teams.

How do children access education?

This depends on the needs of the child. Most of our children will be supported by our qualified tutors who deliver a bespoke programme of learning to each child in their home. Some children are supported to attend local mainstream or specialist schools and colleges.

What activities are offered to children?

All our children are encouraged to take part in our Outdoor Adventure programme on a regular basis, which includes activities such as kayaking, abseiling and wild camping. We also support children to take part in a huge range of hobbies and activities, from making music, sport and horse riding to arts and crafts and cooking. We also offer regular trips and visits both locally and further afield.