The Meadows

Manager: Graeme Highland

Meet the Manager...

Graeme Highland

Graeme has worked in Children’s residential care for over 30 years, since December 2018 he has worked as a Registered Manager of a variety of children’s homes, helping to open new settings for several companies. He has been involved in most aspects of setting up the homes including risk assessments, recruiting, referrals & placements and liaising with other agencies to ensure the oversight of the home. He has helped develop and expand the companies with opening a further homes and developing the staff team including new managers to be read to register when he departed. Graeme holds appropriate Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications as well as a Level 5 in Leadership and Management, he is currently working towards his Level 7 Senior Leadership Qualification.

Outside of Egret, Graeme spends most of his time with his family including his disabled brother in law who moved in with his family in October 2024. When the weather is good they like to go for days out and are members of the National Trust, English Heritage, Trentham Gardens and Monkey Forrest. Graeme also enjoys swimming and watching films.
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The Meadows provides a calm, nurturing home for young people aged 0–18 with autism, mild to moderate learning difficulties, mild physical disabilities and emotional and behavioural difficulties. Set in a peaceful cul-de-sac in rural Cheadle, the home offers security, stability and warmth, helping each young person feel understood and supported to reach their full potential.

Our Accommodation

The home is designed to promote both comfort and independence. The Meadows includes four bright bedrooms, spacious communal areas and a dedicated sensory room where young people can relax and explore in a safe environment. There’s also a life skills kitchen to support hands-on learning, helping young people develop practical abilities in a fun and supportive way.

A separate two-bedroom bungalow on site provides space for therapy sessions, short breaks or semi-independent living as young people prepare for their next steps. Outside the main home and the bungalow are two separate, secure gardens for young people to play and enjoy fresh air.

Our support offer

Each young person receives personalised, trauma-informed care shaped around their individual needs, preferences and goals. We focus on promoting communication, emotional regulation and social interaction through structured routines and young person-led activities. Our experienced care team provides consistent support 24 hours a day, building trusting relationships and helping young people grow in confidence and independence.

Who we support

The Meadows supports young people who thrive in a structured, low-stimulation environment with clear routines and nurturing care. We’re experienced in supporting young people with autism, learning difficulties, mild physical disabilities and emotional and behavioural difficulties, always ensuring every young person is treated with dignity, patience and respect.

Life in the community

Young people are encouraged to explore and enjoy their local area, from visits to nearby parks and leisure facilities to community events and activities. Cheadle offers access to inclusive spaces such as Tean Valley Meadow, Cheadle Leisure Centre and the Foxfield Railway, giving opportunities to build confidence, friendships and independence at a pace that suits each individual.

Referrals & Admissions

If you’d like to refer a young person to The Meadows please email us at: hello@egret.org.uk.

Graeme

Meet the Manager...

Graeme Highland

Graeme has worked in Children’s residential care for over 30 years, since December 2018 he has worked as a Registered Manager of a variety of children’s homes, helping to open new settings for several companies. He has been involved in most aspects of setting up the homes including risk assessments, recruiting, referrals & placements and liaising with other agencies to ensure the oversight of the home. He has helped develop and expand the companies with opening a further homes and developing the staff team including new managers to be read to register when he departed. Graeme holds appropriate Level 3 and Level 4 Qualifications as well as a Level 5 in Leadership and Management, he is currently working towards his Level 7 Senior Leadership Qualification.

Outside of Egret, Graeme spends most of his time with his family including his disabled brother in law who moved in with his family in October 2024. When the weather is good they like to go for days out and are members of the National Trust, English Heritage, Trentham Gardens and Monkey Forrest. Graeme also enjoys swimming and watching films.