Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Care and Education for Children with Complex Needs
Established in 2005, Curo Salus operates Northview House School to provide specialist care and education for children aged 5-18 with complex needs. Our registered status with the Care Inspectorate and Registrar of Independent Schools ensures compliance with rigorous standards. We focus on addressing challenging behaviours stemming from trauma, attachment difficulties, and mental health issues through therapeutic environments. Our multidisciplinary team combines childcare expertise with educational provision to support children who have experienced placement breakdowns or educational exclusion. Tailored care plans and the SHANARRI wellbeing framework guide our approach to fostering personal, social, and academic development. The 24-hour curriculum integrates therapeutic interventions, including developmentally sensitive models and individual therapy sessions.Qualified educators deliver flexible learning opportunities aligned with Scotland's Curriculum for Excellence, preparing young people for further education and independent living. Staff receive mental health training and operate within a trauma-informed framework, maintaining continuous professional development. Regular assessments by onsite psychologists ensure interventions remain responsive to each child's evolving needs. Our commitment to transparency and quality is evidenced by positive inspection reports and testimonials from local authorities and families. We prioritise safe, nurturing environments where children can rebuild trust and achieve their full potential.
Services
Residential Care
Therapeutic Assessment
Special Education
Behavioural Support
Life Skills Development
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Our trauma-informed team includes qualified educators and onsite psychologists
- Tailored care plans use SHANARRI wellbeing indicators and SMART outcomes
- 24-hour curriculum integrates therapeutic interventions with academic support
- Registered with Care Inspectorate and Curriculum for Excellence framework
- Proven track record helping children with placement breakdowns and exclusions
Associations and certifications
- Care Inspectorate
- Registrar of Independent Schools
What people say
Excellent service
Made massive progress
Staff diligence
Nurturing environment
Positive outcomes
Services
Residential Care
Our residential care provides round-the-clock therapeutic support for children with complex needs. Each placement includes individualised care plans addressing attachment difficulties, trauma, and behavioural challenges. Staff trained in trauma-informed practices create safe environments where children develop trust and emotional regulation skills. The service integrates with educational provision to ensure consistent support across all aspects of daily life.
Therapeutic Assessment
Comprehensive therapeutic assessments begin within six weeks of arrival. Our onsite psychology team uses developmentally sensitive models to evaluate each child's needs. Assessments inform tailored intervention programmes addressing post-traumatic stress, attachment disorders, and mental health challenges. Ongoing evaluations ensure interventions remain responsive to evolving requirements throughout the child's placement.
Special Education
Northview House School delivers primary and secondary education tailored to children with complex needs. Qualified teachers implement Scotland's Curriculum for Excellence through flexible, creative approaches. Individual learning plans address barriers caused by exclusions or placement breakdowns. Older pupils access national qualifications and work experience opportunities to prepare for further education and independent living.
Behavioural Support
Specialist interventions address inappropriate behaviours resulting from trauma, abuse, or neglect. Our approach combines therapeutic relationships with structured support to develop positive coping strategies. Staff work collaboratively with children to understand triggers and develop alternative responses. The service helps young people rebuild relationships and improve social skills within community settings.
Life Skills Development
The 24-hour curriculum builds essential life skills for independent living. Children learn practical abilities through daily routines and structured activities. The programme focuses on personal care, household management, and community integration. Staff support gradual skill development to prepare young people for successful transitions beyond our care.
Questions
What age range do you support?
We provide care and education for children aged 5-18 years with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
How do referrals work?
Referrals come through local authorities and partner agencies. Contact our team for initial discussions about a child's specific needs.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ developmentally sensitive, empirically supported models including trauma-informed care and attachment-focused interventions.
Do you offer educational qualifications?
Yes, Northview House School provides Curriculum for Excellence qualifications up to Higher/Advanced Higher level.
How do you involve families?
We maintain regular contact with families and involve them in care planning where appropriate for the child's wellbeing.
What staff training do you provide?
All staff receive mental health training, trauma-informed care education, and ongoing professional development.
