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Virginia House Services

At Virginia House, children’s relationships with the staff are based on a caring, honest & embracing approach, which leads to reciprocal trust.

We encourage a questioning and open culture, actively stimulating the development, personal growth, maturity and education of each child, encouraging self-confidence and independence. We aim to help the children empower their own lives, with an expectation that unacceptable behaviour towards others is challenged and that they receive the support they need to modify their own behaviour. They will always be encouraged to build upon their own self-esteem and to gradually reduce dependency on the care system. 
We strive to unconditionally accept each child whatever his or her previous or presenting behaviour has been. Our ultimate goal is that when they eventually leave Virginia House they do so with with hope, good memories and the skills that will enable them to take their place in the community as a valuable member of society. 

We emphasise care whilst enabling individuals to understand that actions have consequences, and that they are ultimately accountable for their own behaviour. Our staff will encourage children to recognise their rights and to value the rights of others. We acknowledge that certain things are theirs by right and we believe equally that rights carry responsibility. Whilst recognising a child’s rights we also expect them to accept their own responsibilities and to respect the rights of others.

Each journey starts with the first step

At Virginia House we take young people on a journey to discover their true identity, supporting and caring for them as they develop from children to young adults. We’ll watch with pride as they become trusted and valued members of society, forging their own path in the world and championing traditional values of self-belief and respect to others.

Acceptance is key to growth

Staff in Virginia House will endeavour to create and maintain an environment which is free from discrimination in any form regardless of race, culture, disability, social status, age, sexuality or any other factor, which may expose them to disadvantage or discrimination. The Registered Manager and staff all champion and adopt an anti-bullying culture, where complaints of all forms will be fully investigated, promoting an open and transparent ethos. We strive to ensure that a person’s disability is not the main focus, and will encourage them to develop their capabilities while ensuring that they receive the level of support required. We fully recognise that children have their own views, wishes and feelings, and that we must promote each child’s right to have a say. Their input will be sought in all aspects of their planning and day to day care, as no child is assumed unable to communicate their views. At all times, appropriate methods for gaining views will be sought and provided.
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