Foundation House
Nursing Care
5 October 2026
National Star Foundation
12 beds
About Foundation House
Foundation House is a nursing home located in Gloucestershire, South West. Its registered care categories include learning disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and younger adults. The home has 12 beds. CQC records an overall rating of Good, published in October 2026. The home is operated by National Star Foundation.
Specialist Care
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Foundation House, consider asking...
- 1.How many qualified nurses are on duty overnight and at weekends?
- 2.How do you manage a resident's relationship with their GP and hospital team?
- 3.What is your approach when a resident's condition deteriorates quickly?
- 4.What additional charges apply beyond the weekly fee?
- 5.How do you approach end of life care and involve families in those decisions?
5 Things to Look For on Your Visit
When you visit Foundation House, look out for...
- 1.Is the nursing station visible and staffed, or hard to find?
- 2.Do staff respond promptly when a resident needs attention?
- 3.Are call bells answered quickly or left ringing?
- 4.Does the home feel calm or rushed and understaffed?
- 5.Are residents' medical records and care plans visible and up to date?
Could the NHS fund Foundation House's fees?
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Location
Foundation House, National Star College, 14a St Michaels Square, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1HX
Foundation House
CQC overall rating
CQC rating published: 5 October 2026
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