Sandrock House Residential Care Home

The following is CQC's published account of its assessment, published 7 September 2026. References to “we” mean CQC. It describes findings at that time.

Date of inspection, 21 July 2026. The inspection of this location was prompted due to the historic rating. Sandrock House Residential Care Home is a care home registered to provide personal care and accommodation for up to older people, including those living with dementia. At the time of the inspection, the service was supporting 33 people. The service consistently delivered exceptionally high-quality, person-centred care, placing people at the heart of everything it did. Staff knew people extremely well and used their understanding of individual histories, preferences, interests and aspirations to provide highly personalised support that reflected what mattered most to them.

People were treated with kindness, compassion and respect. There was a warm and welcoming atmosphere where people were encouraged to maintain their independence, make meaningful choices and remain in control of their daily lives. Relatives and professionals spoke highly of the caring culture and the positive impact staff had on people’s wellbeing.

The service promoted an exceptionally positive and inclusive culture. Staff went above and beyond to help people maintain relationships, pursue hobbies and participate in meaningful activities that enhanced their confidence, wellbeing and sense of purpose.

Leadership was a key strength. The provider and registered manager was highly visible, approachable and led by example, creating a culture where kindness, accountability and person-centred values were embedded throughout the service. Staff felt valued, supported and motivated to provide the highest standards of care.

Staff were highly skilled, knowledgeable and well supported through training and development opportunities. Care planning and risk management were robust, regularly reviewed and tailored to individual needs, ensuring people received responsive support that promoted positive outcomes and independence.

The service worked exceptionally well with healthcare professionals and community partners, ensuring people received coordinated, timely and effective care. Staff were proactive in monitoring health and wellbeing, responding promptly to concerns and supporting people to access appropriate healthcare services.

There were sufficient staff available to meet people's needs safely and promptly. A strong team ethos ensured people received consistent, responsive and compassionate support.

The environment was comfortable, welcoming and designed to promote independence, engagement and quality of life. Governance arrangements were highly effective, with strong oversight, regular audits and a commitment to continuous improvement. Feedback was actively sought and used to maintain and further develop the outstanding quality of care provided.

People experienced exceptionally personalised, compassionate and responsive care from a dedicated staff team committed to helping them achieve the best possible outcomes and live fulfilling lives.