The Grange

2 The Street, Kennington, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9EX

01233621824

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

17 September 2022

Provider

Willow Care Homes Ltd

Beds

29 beds

How this home compares nearby

Of 7 care homes for older people within 5 miles, none are rated higher by CQC, 7 are the same and none are lower.

4 of these nearby homes have been inspected more recently than this one.

Based on CQC ratings, updated 23 October 2026. How we compare homes | See the nearby homes

Rating history

Requires ImprovementJun 2016
GoodJun 2017
GoodFeb 2020
GoodSept 2022

Improved from Requires Improvement to Good in 2017.

Source: CQC inspection reports. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Costs and who runs this home

This is the only care home Willow Care Homes Ltd runs in England.

Average care home fees in the South East: £1,243 a week for residential care and £1,579 for nursing care (2024-25 averages). Self-funders usually pay more. See our care home costs guide.

This home lists dementia care, which usually costs more than standard residential care. See dementia care home costs. NHS Continuing Healthcare may apply where someone's needs are primarily health needs.
How to pay for a care home explains the council means test, what counts as capital and the funding you can ask to be assessed for.

About The Grange

The Grange is a 29-bed residential care home located in Kennington, a village near Ashford in Kent. It is run by Willow Care Homes Ltd and provides care for older people, those with dementia, and individuals with physical disabilities. The home was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission following an inspection in September 2022.

Its smaller size means residents may benefit from a more personalised approach to care. The Kennington setting offers a village environment whilst remaining accessible to Ashford's facilities and services. The home's focus on dementia care alongside support for physical disabilities indicates experience in managing complex care needs alongside age-related conditions.

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilities

Facilities & Amenities

WiFiActivities ProgrammeCommunal LoungeDining Room

Practical details from the provider

The provider says Wi-Fi is available in every bedroom for video calls and streaming.

Published on the provider's website, checked 2 October 2026. Confirm arrangements with the home before deciding.

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.

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting The Grange, consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit The Grange, look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund The Grange'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