Leaving Care

All young people have a leaving care plan. We have a Semi-Independent Unit on site where young people can spend time and experience what it is like to live apart from the community and to find their own solutions to everyday problems. We have a comprehensive Life Skills Programme and a Leavers Group which enables the young person to discuss issues around independence and leaving.

We work closely with Local Authorities to plan the transition for a young person and we always offer an extended after-care package for all young people leaving Thornby, no matter where a young person is placed.

Nearly every young person who leaves Thornby Hall remains in education, either progressing to college and sometimes university or finding employment. Young people are invited back to Thornby for Feasts twice a year. Many young people stay in touch and keep us informed about their successes and difficulties.