Stepping Stones Red Marley, Gloucester
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Good |
About Stepping Stones Red Marley
Date of Assessment: 15 September to 6 October 2025. The service is a nursing home providing support to adults of all ages living with learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder or mental health conditions. Stepping Stones Red Marley provides care to a maximum of 19 people. At the time of the assessment 18 people were receiving care. This was a responsive inspection based on information received and length of time since the previous assessment.
What residents and families say
One person said, “They are kind, and they care.
“They are kind, and they care.”
“I only have praise for all staff and the service in general, I always come away from a visit feeling my service user is very lucky to be placed in such a caring and compassionate environment.”
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Stepping Stones Red Marley
In the South West region, Stepping Stones Red Marley is a care home with nursing serving families across the Gloucester, Gloucestershire area who are looking for trusted, quality care. The home is operated by Stones Holdings Limited and can accommodate up to 19 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 20/11/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated Stepping Stones Red Marley 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 caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, mental health conditions and caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder, mental health, older people, 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 GL19 postcode area has 5 registered care homes with a combined 56 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.
Stepping Stones Red Marley is one of the care homes in Gloucestershire — a local authority with 197 CQC-registered homes, 163 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Stepping Stones Red Marley
- View Stepping Stones Red Marley on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near GL19 3JU
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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.
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 Stepping Stones Red Marley'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 Stepping Stones Red Marley on 20/11/2025 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
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?
Stepping Stones Red Marley has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with caring for adults under 65 yrs and learning disabilities. In the most recent CQC inspection on 20/11/2025, 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 Stepping Stones Red Marley as Good for Safe care on 20/11/2025. 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 Stepping Stones Red Marley 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 Stepping Stones Red Marley as Good for Caring on 20/11/2025. 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 Stepping Stones Red Marley?
Stepping Stones Red Marley in Gloucester is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 20/11/2025. The home has 19 beds.
How many beds does Stepping Stones Red Marley have?
Stepping Stones Red Marley has 19 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Gloucester.
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