Ciderstone House

1 Blackthorn Lane, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN25 3SU

01793509942

Care Type

Residential Care

Inspection date

31 January 2023

Provider

Community Homes of Intensive Care and Education Limited

Beds

6 beds

About Ciderstone House

Ciderstone House is a residential care home in Swindon, providing support for people with learning disabilities and autism. Further details from the Care Quality Commission's most recent inspection are set out below.

This residential care home supports up to 6 people with learning disabilities and autism, accommodating 4 people in the main building and 2 in self-contained annexes. The home is situated within walking distance of local shops and amenities, and staff actively promote residents' independence and access to their local community. People are supported to have maximum choice and control over their lives, with staff using the least restrictive approaches while acting in their best interests.

Staff provide kind and compassionate, person-centred care with appropriate training and knowledge to support residents effectively while keeping them safe and promoting their human rights. Care plans reflect each individual's range of needs and support their health, mental wellbeing and enjoyment of life. Staff know residents well as individuals and promote equality and diversity in their support.

Source: CQC inspection report, 24 February 2023

Specialist Care

Learning disabilitiesYounger adults

Fees and availability

We have not verified a current weekly fee for this home. Ask for a written quote based on the room and care needed, including any extra charges.

Check current vacancies, the admission assessment and visiting arrangements directly with the home.

Care and inspection details

Checked against the CQC register on 20 September 2026. This is a check of published information, not a visit to the home.

Registered service: Care home service without nursing
Registered capacity: 6 places — this is not a vacancy count
Registration checked: Registered · SN25 3SU

Registered care categories

Caring for adults under 65 yrs; Learning disabilities.

These describe the registration. The home must assess whether it can meet the individual person's needs and whether a place is available.

CQC ratings in more detail

Overall rating shown by CQC: Good.

Rating report published 24 February 2023. Latest inspection date recorded: 31 January 2023.

SafePublished 7 May 2021: Good
Effective: Good
CaringPublished 7 May 2021: Good
ResponsivePublished 7 May 2021: Good
Well-led: Good

Read Ciderstone House's CQC record and reports.

Contains Care Quality Commission information under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Ratings and registration details can change after the date checked.

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Ciderstone House, consider asking...

1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Ciderstone House, look out for...

1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?

Could the NHS fund Ciderstone House's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees