Grafton Manor, Northampton
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Requires improvement |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Requires improvement |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Grafton Manor
Grafton Manor is a care home. People in care homes receive accommodation and nursing or personal care as a single package under one contractual agreement. We carried out our site assessment on 12 February 2024 and finished on 5 March 2024. We looked at 6 quality statements: Safe environment, Safe and effective staffing, Medicines optimisation, Delivering evidence-based care and treatment, Person-centred care and Governance, management and sustainability.
What residents and families say
People told us there were enough skilled staff to meet their physical care needs.
Relatives told us their family member’s health care needs were met by staff and they were informed of any changes in health or circumstances.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Grafton Manor
Situated in the NN12 postcode district of Northampton, West Northamptonshire, Grafton Manor operates as a care home with nursing focused on personalised, compassionate care. The home is operated by Partnerships in Care Limited and can accommodate up to 19 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 30/04/2024, the Care Quality Commission rated Grafton Manor as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Caring; Requires Improvement for Safe and Effective and Responsive and Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including sensory impairments, caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, caring for adults over 65 yrs and physical disabilities. The service supports learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder, mental health, older people, physical disability, sensory impairment, younger adults. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The NN12 postcode area has 8 registered care homes with a combined 228 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.
Grafton Manor is one of the care homes in West Northamptonshire — a local authority with 105 CQC-registered homes, 72 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Grafton Manor
- View Grafton Manor on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near NN12 7SS
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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.
- 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 Grafton Manor'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 Grafton Manor on 30/04/2024 and rated it Requires improvement. 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
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?
Grafton Manor has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with sensory impairments and caring for adults under 65 yrs. In the most recent CQC inspection on 30/04/2024, the home was rated Requires Improvement 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 Grafton Manor as Requires Improvement for Safe care on 30/04/2024. 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 Grafton Manor 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 Grafton Manor as Good for Caring on 30/04/2024. 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 Grafton Manor?
Grafton Manor in Northampton is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 30/04/2024. The home has 19 beds.
How many beds does Grafton Manor have?
Grafton Manor has 19 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Northampton.
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