Our Home

Lavender house is a welcoming, detached home located in Birmingham providing care for up to three children aged 8 to 16. The home offers a safe, nurturing environment where children are supported to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.

First and Foremost, a Home for Children

Lavender House is a fully refurbished, detached family-style home located in Birmingham, thoughtfully designed to provide a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment for children to thrive. The home accommodates up to three young people aged 8 to 16 year old children with social, emotional, behavioural difficulties offering them a place to feel secure, valued, and supported.

Each child has their own spacious bedroom, which can be personalised during their transition into the home helping to foster a sense of comfort, identity, and belonging from the outset.

The property has been carefully furnished to meet all Fire Safety regulations and to minimise risks associated with self-harm or aggressive behaviours, without compromising on comfort or homeliness. Safety features include clearly marked alarm call points, secure exit doors, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, and a fire blanket.

At Lavender House, the voices of our young people are central to how we operate. We actively seek their views through regular house meetings, one-to-one conversations, and feedback forms—ensuring that their opinions help shape daily life and the overall environment of the home.

Home is where the heart is

At Lavender House, we’ve created a warm, family-style environment that children can genuinely call home. The property features a fully equipped kitchen, a welcoming dining area, a cosy lounge, modern bathrooms, three individual children’s bedrooms, a staff bedroom, and an on-site office. To promote privacy and dignity, all bathrooms and toilets are fitted with secure locks, supporting each child’s sense of safety and personal space.

The home also boasts a large garden offering children a space to relax, play, and stay active in a safe and supervised environment.

From the moment a child arrives, every effort is made to help them feel welcome and at ease. Each child is provided with their own bedroom, which can be personalised with their belongings and decorated to reflect their personality. They receive a carefully prepared welcome pack designed to help them begin to connect with their new surroundings from day one.

We understand that settling into a new home takes time, so introductions to other children and staff are done gradually, at the child’s own pace, and always with careful guidance and support. Our goal is to create a nurturing atmosphere where every child feels safe, included, and respected—while also recognising their individual comfort levels and emotional needs.

Plenty to Do and Explore

Birmingham is a lively and diverse city, offering a wide variety of local amenities and activities to keep children engaged, active, and inspired. From parks and libraries to arts centres, theatres, cinemas, and live music venues, there’s always something happening in the local area. Sports fans can enjoy the excitement of Premier League football with Aston Villa and other professional teams nearby, offering fantastic opportunities to engage with the city’s sporting culture. For those who enjoy staying active, Birmingham is home to an impressive range of sports and recreational facilities, including gyms, trampoline parks, skateboarding areas, and parkour clubs. These help young people develop their confidence, coordination, and social skills in safe and supervised settings. Birmingham is well-connected to a variety of adventurous outdoor activities just a short drive away. Young people can enjoy horse riding, mountain biking, and supervised rock climbing at nearby activity centres—perfect for building resilience, teamwork, and a sense of achievement. At our home, we actively encourage every child to discover new interests, take part in community life, and enjoy a healthy, balanced lifestyle full of fun, learning, and exploration.

Location

Birmingham is a vibrant, well-connected city at the heart of the UK, offering a rich blend of culture, history, and green spaces—making it a great place for young people to live, learn, and grow. Lavender House benefits from a central location, with excellent access to local parks, recreational facilities, and community activities that support positive development and social inclusion.

The home is just a short distance from some of Birmingham’s most popular attractions, including the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, the National SEA LIFE Centre, and Thinktank Science Museum. For children who enjoy the outdoors, nearby Sutton Park offers over 2,000 acres of woodlands, heathlands, and lakes—ideal for nature walks, bike rides, and wildlife exploration.

While Birmingham may not have a coastline, but it is perfectly situated for trips to the countryside and beyond. The scenic Malvern Hills and the Peak District National Park are within easy reach, offering opportunities for hiking, climbing, and outdoor adventure. Day trips to educational and family-friendly destinations such as Cadbury World, Warwick Castle, and Twycross Zoo are also regularly enjoyed.

Whether it’s exploring local heritage, engaging with community life, or experiencing the outdoors, Birmingham provides a dynamic and exciting environment for the children in our care to thrive.

The Children We Care For

Lavender House is a nurturing and supportive home for children aged 8 to 16 with Social, Emotional, and Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD). We are committed to providing individualised, therapeutic care that helps each child feel safe, understood, and empowered. A comprehensive assessment is carried out at the point of referral to ensure we can meet the specific needs of each young person. These assessments are continuously reviewed throughout their placement to make sure the support we offer remains responsive and relevant. If, at any stage, a child’s evolving needs exceed what we can provide, we work closely with professionals and local authorities to ensure a smooth and well-supported transition to an alternative setting. Lavender House is more than just a residential placement—it’s a home away from home. We create a warm, family-style environment where children can settle, feel secure, and begin to build positive relationships. Our goal is to help every child grow in confidence, resilience, and independence as they work toward achieving their full potential in a safe, structured, and caring space.

Supporting Our Children

From the moment a child arrives at Lavender House, they are welcomed with care, understanding, and reassurance. Our experienced team is skilled in supporting children with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and physical needs, providing a consistent foundation of support as they settle into their new environment. Our approach focuses on nurturing the positive rather than punishing the negative. By fostering a culture of safety, trust, encouragement, and belonging, we aim to create a home that feels as close to a supportive family environment as possible—while maintaining the structure and oversight needed to keep children safe and secure. Upon arrival, each child is provided with a personalised welcome guide to Lavender House. This practical and friendly resource helps them adjust to their new surroundings and understand what to expect. The guide includes information on daily routines, pocket money, clothing and toiletries, visitors, mealtimes, education, health, hobbies and activities, privacy, personal property, fire safety, and how their religious or cultural needs will be respected. It also clearly explains their rights, responsibilities, and the support available to them. This helps each child feel informed, empowered, and included from day one—laying the foundation for a positive and stable experience at Lavender House.

Children’s Guide

a children’s residential home is a child-friendly document that explains what the home is, what children can expect while living there, and their rights. It includes information about: Daily routines and house rules, What support is available, How to make a complaint, How their voice will be heard, Contact details for people they can talk to (e.g. Ofsted, advocates, Social Worker) The guide helps children understand their new environment and feel safe, informed, and supported.

Please contact referrals@purplehillhomes.co.uk for a copy of our Children’s Guide.