Residential Care

Dingwall Trust caters for children and young people up to 17 years of age, who are in need of care and protection away from home.

Care to Independence

Provides support and advice to young people aged 15 – 19 years who are transitioning from care to independent living.

Boarding School Scholarships

Providing scholarships to young people in the community to attend selected boarding schools.

Respite Care

Providing children and young people in care at our residential facility with short-term placements, giving them a chance to experience life in a family in the wider community.

About Us

Beginnings

David Dingwall - founder of Dingwall Trust

Dingwall Trust began as an orphanage over 70 years ago after David McNair Dingwall bequeathed funds for the founding of a home for needy children. Today the administration office, six care homes and an education unit stand on the site of the original orphanage. To keep up with the growing demand for services another two care homes have been set up off-site but in close proximity to the main facilities.

Over the years as times and needs have changed, Dingwall has evolved into an approved Child and Family Support Service under Section 396 of the Children, Young Persons and their Families Act.

Dingwall is about:

Being child focused in providing care, support and guidance for young people in our care. Ensuring their safety and welfare is paramount.
Honouring children’s place in society through respectful and nurturing care.
Enabling children’s physical, emotional and social development to assist them in achieving their highest potential.

Our People:

Management Team:

Director: Tracie Shipton
Social Services Manager: Tim Baldwin
Residential Care Manager: Suzanne Stewart
Projects Manager: Sarah Ashton
Administration Manager: Anita Taljaard

Property Services: Paul Hollard

Our social services teams and caregivers can be contacted through our main office.