Supporting Every Young Person with Compassion, Stability and Opportunity
At My Future First, we provide tailored residential care and support designed to help children and young people feel safe, valued, respected and empowered to achieve positive outcomes.
Our Commitment to Every Young Person
“We are committed to providing high-quality residential care and support that promotes safety, wellbeing, development, independence and positive future outcomes.”
Our approach is child-centred and focused on creating a nurturing and stable environment where young people feel safe, respected, listened to, and empowered to thrive and achieve their full potential.
How We Support Young People
Our multidisciplinary team provides a wide scope of support designed to address every aspect of a young person's growth, safety, and future independence.
Emotional & Behavioural Support
Rebuilding confidence, self-esteem, and resilience. Our staff provide nurturing de-escalation, conflict resolution, and trauma-informed support to help young people navigate life challenges and build positive relationships.
Educational Support & Development
Actively encouraging school and college engagement. We support homework, create structured learning plans, and work alongside placing authorities and virtual schools to ensure positive future opportunities.
Health & Mental Wellbeing
Ensuring full physical health integration, direct healthcare registrations, mental health awareness, and collaborative coordination with therapeutic specialists to ensure safety and comfort.
Counselling & Therapeutic Support
Providing on-site and commissioned therapeutic care tailored to emotional and social difficulties. We offer trauma-informed environments and access to psychologists to help process past experiences.
Life Skills & Independence
Structured independence training preparing young people for transition. Focuses on daily living skills, personal care, budgeting, and cooking, ensuring they are ready to thrive as young adults.
Safeguarding & Protection
Child protection is at the heart of our operations. With robust individual risk assessments, active supervision, and comprehensive staff training, we create a secure and sheltered environment.
Supporting Growth in Everyday Life
Everyday life at My Future First is designed to establish healthy routines, build self-confidence, and create organic opportunities for learning. We focus on personal care, hygiene support, and individual progress.
Our support is structured but highly personal, giving children a voice in how the home is run and encouraging them to take active ownership of their daily lives, education, and social progress.
Individual Care Planning
Regular needs-matching and risk assessment updates tailored to each child.
Keywork Sessions
Structured, child-centred one-to-one sessions focusing on personal goals and progress.
Homework & Learning Support
Liaising with schools, colleges, and virtual schools to secure attendance and learning.
Personal Development
Fully supporting identity, cultural background, religion, and unique personal interests.
Positive Relationship Building
Fostering mutual trust and healthy communication between peers and staff.
Behaviour Support
Trauma-informed support and de-escalation methods to handle emotional expression safely.
Confidence Building
Encouraging young people to participate in care planning and daily decision-making.
Promoting Physical and Emotional Wellbeing
We support physical health, mental resilience, and nutrition to ensure every child has the strength and clarity of mind to thrive.
Healthcare Coordination
Full coordination of health checkups and specialists appointments to manage specific wellbeing needs.
GP & Dental Support
Immediate registration and routine checks with local GPs and dentists, ensuring regular health monitoring.
Mental Health Support
Active collaboration with CAMHS and local mental health practitioners for targeted emotional support.
Nutritious Meals
Nutritious, freshly prepared meals planned on-site by our kitchen team to support physical vitality.
Nutrition & Food Education
Practical guidance on healthy eating choices, cooking, and balanced diets for lifelong wellbeing.
Emotional Space
Trauma-informed, peaceful home areas designed for emotional regulation, calm reading, and reflection.
Preparing Young People for the Future
Independence Training & Daily Living Skills
We guide young people through the practicalities of adult life. Through hands-on independence training, they build vital daily living skills, including healthy cooking and meal prep, budgeting, household tasks, and personal hygiene.
Personal Responsibility & Decision Making
We empower young people by giving them a direct voice in all aspects of care planning. By encouraging active participation in house meetings, personal target setting, and daily schedules, they learn responsible decision-making.
Transition Planning & Future Preparation
As young people approach transition age, we create detailed pathways for independent living or family contact. We support CV building, college applications, interview prep, and transport familiarity training.
Encouraging Participation and Inclusion
Active participation in the community is essential for building social skills, teamwork, and beautiful lasting memories. We organise various sports, fitness, and recreational activities.
Annual Summer Vacation Opportunities
For children living in a residential children's home, a summer holiday is safe, educational, enjoyable, and appropriate to each child's age, needs, risk assessment, and care plan.
1. Outdoor Adventure (3-5 Days)
Climbing, Zip wire, Archery, Kayaking, Team-building challenges, Nature walks. Examples: Crosby Hall Educational Trust, Fairplay House, Cuffley Active Learning Centre.
2. Seaside Holiday (2-4 Days)
Beach games, swimming, coastal walks, aquarium visits, and water sports in Brighton, Bournemouth, or Cornwall.
3. London Educational Week
Visits to the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, London Zoo, and Tower of London to combine learning with recreation.
4. Farm & Sports Experiences
Animal care at Dodford Children's Farm, or sports camps (football, basketball, fitness, and wellbeing workshops).
Trip Staffing Requirements
- Registered Manager or Deputy Manager
- Senior Residential Support Worker
- Residential Support Workers & First Aiders
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (or delegated lead)
- Additional staff for higher support needs
Planning & Safety Requirements
- Individual risk assessments & placing authority consent
- Medical information and medication arrangements
- Emergency contact lists & transport/accommodation checks
- Safeguarding arrangements and staffing rota
- Trips are announced 3 months prior.
We also provide proactive family contact coordination where safe and appropriate, as well as accessing children's rights and advocacy support to ensure they are represented.
Safeguarding at the Heart of Everything We Do
At My Future First, our priority is to create a secure, structured, and protective environment where children and young people feel safe, respected, and sheltered. We maintain strict compliance with Ofsted standards and children's home regulations to prevent exploitation and manage community risks.
Our Trust Framework
- Ofsted-Compliant Child Protection Protocols
- Continuous Staff Checks & Enhanced DBS Barred Screening
- Comprehensive Personal Risk & Missing Person Assessments
- Rigorous Location Risk Monitoring & Local Safety Liaisons
- Dignity-First Care Planning Putting the Child's Voice First
- Trauma-Informed De-escalation & Restraint Prevention
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