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Howard House Nursing & Residential Home care home
Older People39 beds

Howard House Nursing & Residential Home

13 Howard Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 2BP

About Howard House Nursing & Residential Home

Howard House Nursing & Residential Home is a care home for older people located in Kilmarnock, within the East Ayrshire council area. Operated by Gate Healthcare Limited, the home offers 39 beds and has achieved an impressive average grade of Very Good (4.8 out of 6) from the Care Inspectorate, Scotland's independent care regulator, following its most recent inspection in February 2026.

The home provides general residential and nursing care for older people, supporting residents with a range of everyday needs in a comfortable and attentive environment. The strong Care Inspectorate rating reflects a consistent commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care across the service.

With 39 beds, Howard House offers a moderately sized setting where residents can benefit from personalised attention and a close-knit community atmosphere. Its location in Kilmarnock ensures good access to local amenities and transport links, making it a convenient choice for families across East Ayrshire.

Last Inspection
19 February 2026

Care Inspectorate Grades

Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).

Wellbeing Support
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Very Good5
Care Planning
How good is our care and support planning?
Good4
Setting
How good is our setting?
Very Good5
Staff Team
How good is our staff team?
Very Good5
Leadership
How good is our leadership?
Very Good5
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Location

13 Howard Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 2BP

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