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Transparent pricing for our services. Where a deposit is listed, it is required prior to commencement (and is non-refundable). Travel and accommodation may apply depending on location and requirements. Initial consultations are no charge.

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How pricing works
Fixed-fee where listed • Scope-based ranges where noted • Deposits where stated
Fast next steps
We’ll confirm availability, timescales and fee basis after reviewing your enquiry.
Professional assurance
Enhanced DBS checked • Social Work England registered
Confidential handling
GDPR-compliant handling and careful information management
Clear delivery
Written outputs designed to be clear, structured and practical
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Assessments

Fixed-fee assessment work (deposit required where stated).

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Comprehensive Child and Family Assessment
Independent assessment • Clear recommendations • Trauma-regulated approach
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £3,000)
Child Arrangement Assessmenta
Focused analysis • Practical guidance • Written outcomes
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Parent Carer Trauma-Regulated Assessment
Focused analysis • Practical guidance • Written outcomes
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Child Welfare Assessment
Welfare considerations • Evidence-led conclusions
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Court Directed Assessment
Court instruction support • Structured reporting
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Special Guardianship/Kinship Care Assessment
SGO suitability • Clear risk/strength summary
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Section 7 & Section 37 Assessment
Section 7 analysis • Recommendations aligned to welfare
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Statutory Assessment
Independent perspective • Trauma-regulated framework
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £3,000)
Prospective Foster Carer Assessment
Tailored assessment services • Contact us for a quote
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Reports & documentation

Fixed-fee reporting services (deposit required where stated).

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Family Rules of Procedure- Part 25 Expert Assessort Report
Structured report • Clear findings • Practical recommendations
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,000)
£200 non-refundable deposit prior to commencement.
Chronology Writing Service
Assessment + written statement • Scope-based pricing
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Depending on scope. £500 non-refundable deposit prior to commencement.
Parent–Child and Family Time Supervised Contact Report
Observation-based report • Contact outcomes and guidance
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Trauma-Informed Forensic Report
Clear chronology • Trauma-informed narrative • Useful for proceedings
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Addendum (Court) Reports
Targeted updates • Clarifications • Additional analysis
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Support services

Fixed-fee and day-rate services (deposit required where stated).

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Court Attendance
Expert witness services • Clear analysis • Court-ready reporting
£400 per day
Stage 2 Independent Investigation Services for Statutory Children’s Service Complaints
Independent investigation • Clear findings • Fair process
£400 per day
Regulation 44 Independent Children’s Home Visitor Service
Independent monthly visit • Clear actions • Compliance support
£210 – £400
Small homes (up to 4 beds): £210. Larger homes (5+ beds): £400. Includes independent inspection, report and distribution.
Statutory Visits
Regular visits • Supportive relationship • Positive impact
£55 per hour
Emergency Statutory Visits
Emergency visits • Supportive relationship • Positive impact
£75 per hour
Statutory Case Management Service
Structured case support • Practical next steps
£55 per hour
Parent–Child and Family Time Contact Supervision
Supervised contact • Clear notes/outcomes where required
£45 per hour + £100 if a report is required
Indepedent Reviewing Officer/Child Protection Chair Services
Advice and consultation • Clear direction
£75 per hour
Advocacy Services
Practical advocacy • Support through complex processes
£45 per hour
Training

Fixed-fee training (where listed).

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Trauma-Awareness for Social Care
Trauma awareness • Practical application
£170 (6 hour Online course)
Trauma-Awareness for Legal Professionals
Trauma awareness • Legal professional context
£170 (6 hour Online course)
Protective Parenting, Risk Awareness and Parenting Capacity Programme for Social Care Professionals
£565 per participant (Course can be delivered in person, online, or hybrid))
Protective Parenting, Risk Awareness and Parenting Capacity Programme
£1642.30 per participant (with £550 cost for an additonal report)
Example quote ranges

A quick guide to how ranges usually apply — we’ll confirm the fee basis after reviewing scope.

Court Directed Assessment
£1,500 – £3,000
Range depends on complexity, volume of material, and required outputs. Deposit where stated.
Section 7 Assessment
£1,250 – £2,000
Range depends on scope and deadlines. Deposit where stated.
Addendum (Court) Reports
£75 per hour
Used for targeted updates, clarifications, or additional analysis.
Hourly services

Charged per hour/day as listed below.

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30-minute Initial Consultation
A quick conversation to confirm the most suitable route
FREE
Subsequent Telephone/Video Consultations
Follow-up advice • Ongoing consultation
£45 per hour
Additional Report for 2nd parent following completion of programmes
£600
Telephone/Video Call Conferences
Conference attendance • Practical input
£55 per hour
General Administration Costs
Admin and correspondence as required
£36 per hour
All forms of correspondence/administration.
Travel & expenses

Additional costs where applicable.

Travel charges
Additional costs where applicable
45p per mile
Rail Travel
Charged at cost
Overnight Accommodation
Charged at cost
Notes
  • Deposits (where listed) are non-refundable and required prior to commencement.
  • Travel and accommodation may apply depending on location and requirements (applies to all services unless stated otherwise).
  • If you’re unsure which service you need, contact us and we’ll guide you.
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Full price list

Detailed list for reference.

Comprehensive Child and Family Assessment
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £3,000)
Child Arrangement Assessmenta
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Parent Carer Trauma-Regulated Assessment
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Child Welfare Assessment
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Court Directed Assessment
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Special Guardianship/Kinship Care Assessment
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Section 7 & Section 37 Assessment
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Statutory Assessment
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £3,000)
Prospective Foster Carer Assessment
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,500)
Family Rules of Procedure- Part 25 Expert Assessort Report
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £2,000) — £200 non-refundable deposit prior to commencement.
Chronology Writing Service
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500) — Depending on scope. £500 non-refundable deposit prior to commencement.
Parent–Child and Family Time Supervised Contact Report
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Trauma-Informed Forensic Report
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Addendum (Court) Reports
£55 per hour (to a maximum cost of £1,500)
Court Attendance
£400 per day
Stage 2 Independent Investigation Services for Statutory Children’s Service Complaints
£400 per day
Regulation 44 Independent Children’s Home Visitor Service
£210 – £400 — Small homes (up to 4 beds): £210. Larger homes (5+ beds): £400. Includes independent inspection, report and distribution.
Statutory Visits
£55 per hour
Emergency Statutory Visits
£75 per hour
Statutory Case Management Service
£55 per hour
Parent–Child and Family Time Contact Supervision
£45 per hour + £100 if a report is required
Indepedent Reviewing Officer/Child Protection Chair Services
£75 per hour
Advocacy Services
£45 per hour
Trauma-Awareness for Social Care
£170 (6 hour Online course)
Trauma-Awareness for Legal Professionals
£170 (6 hour Online course)
Protective Parenting, Risk Awareness and Parenting Capacity Programme for Social Care Professionals
£565 per participant (Course can be delivered in person, online, or hybrid))
Protective Parenting, Risk Awareness and Parenting Capacity Programme
£1642.30 per participant (with £550 cost for an additonal report)
30-minute Initial Consultation
FREE
Subsequent Telephone/Video Consultations
£45 per hour
Additional Report for 2nd parent following completion of programmes
£600
Telephone/Video Call Conferences
£55 per hour
General Administration Costs
£36 per hour — All forms of correspondence/administration.
Travel charges
45p per mile
Rail Travel
Charged at cost
Overnight Accommodation
Charged at cost