Welcome to Child First

Child First provides residential support within spacious detached homes in West Sussex.

Child First was established in June 2000.  The directors shared a common aim in providing high quality childcare that is focussed on the needs of the children.  Each director brings a variety of skills and knowledge to the organisation.

Our Mission Statement

Child First strives to provide a consistent and caring environment in which young people feel safe and secure.  The welfare of the young people in our care is paramount.  Our goal is to ensure that the children / young people's experiences with Child First will enhance their sense of self worth, giving them the opportunity to develop respect for themselves and others. 

• Young people of either gender aged 8 -17 years old or until the completion of full time eduction. The young people we provide a service to will present varying forms of challenging behaviour.
• Planned or emergency placements

We can provide:

• Individual care packages for long or short term placements
• Educational support
• Therapeutic input