Bablake House, Coventry

Reviewed by the carehome.page editorial team · Last updated 13 March 2026
Rating
Requires improvement
Beds
45
Type
Residential
Inspected
Nov 2020
Address Birmingham Road,Millisons Wood,Coventry, CV5 9AZ
Beds 45
Type Care home without nursing
Provider Bablake House Limited

CQC Inspection Breakdown

Safe Requires improvement
Effective Good
Caring Good
Responsive Good
Well-led Requires improvement

About Bablake House

Bablake House is a care home providing personal care to a maximum of 45 older people, younger people and people living with dementia within a large adapted building. At the time of our visit, 38 people lived at the home. This included six people in short term discharge to assessment beds (D2A) which are used to support timely discharges from hospital.

What residents and families say

People felt safe and safeguarding procedures were in place to protect people.

Source: CQC inspection report

Specialisms

Caring for adults under 65 yrsDementiaCaring for adults over 65 yrs

About Bablake House

Situated in the CV5 postcode district of Coventry, Coventry, Bablake House operates as a residential care home focused on personalised, compassionate care. The home is operated by Bablake House Limited and can accommodate up to 45 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 11/08/2020, the Care Quality Commission rated Bablake House as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Effective, Caring, Responsive; Requires Improvement for Safe and Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including caring for adults under 65 yrs, dementia and caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports dementia, older people, younger adults. The CV5 postcode area has 12 registered care homes with a combined 339 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.

Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.

Bablake House is one of the care homes in Coventry — a local authority with 71 CQC-registered homes, 46 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.

Researching care homes in Coventry?

Get our free comparison checklist — the questions families wish they'd asked before choosing a care home.

Further Reading & Official Sources

We link to official and independent sources so families can verify the information on this page.

What to Expect When Visiting

When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.

  • Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
  • Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
  • Ask how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
  • Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
  • Check whether outside spaces are secure and whether activities are tailored for people with dementia.

Questions to Ask When Visiting

It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Bablake House's type of care that may help guide your conversation:

  1. 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
  2. 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
  3. 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
  4. 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?

For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.

Official CQC Inspection Report

The Care Quality Commission last inspected Bablake House on 11/08/2020 and rated it Requires improvement. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.

Read the full CQC report

What families typically look for

  • - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
  • - What activities and social events are available for residents
  • - How the home handles changing care needs over time
  • - Specialist dementia training and secure outdoor spaces

These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?

CQC rated Bablake House as Good for Responsive care on 11/08/2020, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.

How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?

CQC rated Bablake House as Good for Caring on 11/08/2020. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.

Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?

Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting Bablake House, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.

What does a typical day look like for someone living here?

With 45 residents and care tailored to caring for adults under 65 yrs, daily routines at Bablake House will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.

What is the CQC rating for Bablake House?

Bablake House in Coventry is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 11/08/2020. The home has 45 beds.

How many beds does Bablake House have?

Bablake House has 45 beds and operates as a residential care home in Coventry.

Location

View on Google Maps →

Helpful Guides for Families

Choosing care is a big step. These guides can help you feel more prepared.

Are you Bablake House?

Display your CQC rating on your website. Free — no account needed.

Copy and paste this code into your website:

<a href="https://carehome.page/care-home/bablake-house-coventry/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="display:inline-flex;align-items:center;text-decoration:none;border-radius:8px;overflow:hidden;box-shadow:0 1px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.18);font-size:13px;line-height:1.2;font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Roboto,sans-serif;"><div style="background:#d97706;color:white;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:6px;padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600;white-space:nowrap;"><svg width="18" height="18" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none"><circle cx="12" cy="12" r="10" stroke="white" stroke-width="1.5" fill="none"/><path d="M8 12l3 3 5-5" stroke="white" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round"/></svg> CQC Requires improvement</div><div style="background:white;color:#1a3557;padding:10px 12px;display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:1px;"><div style="font-weight:600;color:#1c1917;font-size:12px;">Bablake House</div><div style="font-size:10px;color:#78716c;">Verified by <span style="color:#1a3557;font-weight:600;">carehome.page</span></div></div></a>

Data from the Care Quality Commission, last updated March 2026. View on CQC website → How we use this data

0 homes saved