St Luke's Care Home, Pudsey
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Requires improvement |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Requires improvement |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About St Luke's Care Home
Dates of the assessment were 29 September 2025 and 9 October 2025. St Lukes Care Home is a care home providing accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care. At the time of this assessment 25 people were living at the home The assessment was carried out because CQC had received some recent concerns in relation to staffing levels, people’s personal hygiene and food and fluid intake.
What residents and families say
People told us they did not think there were enough staff on duty.
People told us that they felt able to raise any concerns with staff and felt the service was responsive to any issues raised.
People told us they felt the environment was to a good standard and clean.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About St Luke's Care Home
Nestled in Pudsey, Leeds, St Luke's Care Home is a care home with nursing dedicated to helping residents feel safe, comfortable, and at home. The home is operated by Mariposa Care Group Limited and can accommodate up to 28 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 20/01/2026, the Care Quality Commission rated St Luke's Care Home 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 dementia, mental health conditions and physical disabilities. The service supports dementia, mental health, physical disability. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The LS28 postcode area has 11 registered care homes with a combined 483 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.
St Luke's Care Home is one of the care homes in Leeds — a local authority with 157 CQC-registered homes, 107 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for St Luke's Care Home
- View St Luke's Care Home on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near LS28 5PL
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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 St Luke's Care Home'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 St Luke's Care Home on 20/01/2026 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
- - 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?
St Luke's Care Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with dementia and mental health conditions. In the most recent CQC inspection on 20/01/2026, 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 St Luke's Care Home as Requires Improvement for Safe care on 20/01/2026. 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 St Luke's Care Home 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 St Luke's Care Home as Good for Caring on 20/01/2026. 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 St Luke's Care Home?
St Luke's Care Home in Pudsey is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 20/01/2026. The home has 28 beds.
How many beds does St Luke's Care Home have?
St Luke's Care Home has 28 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Pudsey.
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