Cherwood House Care Centre, Bicester
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Good |
About Cherwood House Care Centre
: Cherwood House Care Centre is care home that was providing personal and nursing care to 84 people at the time of the inspection.
What residents and families say
People told us they felt safe receiving care from the service.
People told us staff were caring.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Cherwood House Care Centre
Cherwood House Care Centre is a care home with nursing located in Bicester, Oxfordshire, where the team works to create a caring community that feels like a true home. The home is operated by Ellenbern Holdings Limited and can accommodate up to 119 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 29/05/2019, the Care Quality Commission rated Cherwood House Care Centre as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including sensory impairments, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, caring for adults over 65 yrs and physical disabilities. The service supports dementia, learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder, mental health, older people, physical disability, sensory impairment. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The OX27 postcode area has 2 registered care homes with a combined 159 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.
Cherwood House Care Centre is one of the care homes in Oxfordshire — a local authority with 146 CQC-registered homes, 112 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
Respite Care at Cherwood House Care Centre
As a nursing care home, Cherwood House Care Centre in Bicester can often provide respite care — short-term stays designed to give family carers a planned break while their loved one receives professional care. Respite placements typically last from a few days to several weeks, depending on need and availability.
Who might use respite care here?
Families caring for someone with dementia, physical disabilities, or complex nursing needs at home often use respite care to manage caregiver burnout, attend to personal health matters, or take a holiday knowing their loved one is safe and cared for. With 119 beds and nursing staff on-site, Cherwood House Care Centre can manage residents with higher care needs during their stay.
How respite care works
Respite stays are usually arranged in advance through the local authority's adult social care team or directly with the home. Your relative receives the same level of care as permanent residents — meals, medication, activities, and staff support — for a fraction of the permanent weekly fee. Funding may come from the local council, your savings, or a combination. The home will need a recent care assessment and details of your relative's medical conditions and medication.
Questions to ask about respite
When contacting Cherwood House Care Centre, confirm they accept respite placements, check their availability calendar (respite beds fill quickly in peak seasons), ask about their cancellation policy if your plans change, and whether they offer flexible lengths of stay or minimum-length requirements. It's also worth asking how they handle the settling-in period — some homes assign a key worker for respite residents to aid continuity.
Contact Cherwood House Care Centre directly or speak with your local authority commissioning team to arrange a respite assessment.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Cherwood House Care Centre
- View Cherwood House Care Centre on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near OX27 8RA
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- 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 about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
- Check whether outside spaces are secure and whether activities are tailored for people with dementia.
- Assess the accessibility of corridors, bathrooms, and outdoor areas for wheelchair users.
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 Cherwood House Care Centre's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Cherwood House Care Centre on 29/05/2019 and rated it Good. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
- - 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 medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
Cherwood House Care Centre has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with sensory impairments and dementia. In the most recent CQC inspection on 29/05/2019, the home was rated Good for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated Cherwood House Care Centre as Good for Safe care on 29/05/2019. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at Cherwood House Care Centre typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated Cherwood House Care Centre as Good for Caring on 29/05/2019. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for Cherwood House Care Centre?
Cherwood House Care Centre in Bicester is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 29/05/2019. The home has 119 beds.
How many beds does Cherwood House Care Centre have?
Cherwood House Care Centre has 119 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Bicester.
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