Tapton Grove, Chesterfield
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Inadequate |
| Effective | Inadequate |
| Caring | Requires improvement |
| Responsive | Requires improvement |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Tapton Grove
This service is a residential care home providing personal and nursing care for up to 61 people, including individuals living with dementia and those requiring mental health support. At the time we started our assessment, 36 people were living at the service. We completed this assessment in response to concerns about the service we received from partner agencies and the public. We looked at all the quality statements in the key questions of safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
What residents and families say
People described the management as approachable when present but not consistently visible, leading some to feel the service was not well managed.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Tapton Grove
Serving the Chesterfield, Derbyshire community, Tapton Grove is a registered care home with nursing committed to delivering thoughtful, person-centred care. The home is operated by Sun Healthcare Limited and can accommodate up to 61 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 15/09/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated Tapton Grove as Inadequate. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Requires Improvement for Caring and Responsive and Well-led; Inadequate for Safe and Effective. The home caters to a range of care needs, including dementia and mental health conditions. The service supports dementia, mental health. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The S43 postcode area has 16 registered care homes with a combined 388 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.
Tapton Grove is one of the care homes in Derbyshire — a local authority with 249 CQC-registered homes, 185 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Tapton Grove
- View Tapton Grove on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near S43 1QH
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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.
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 Tapton Grove'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 Tapton Grove on 15/09/2025 and rated it Inadequate. 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?
Tapton Grove has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with dementia and mental health conditions. In the most recent CQC inspection on 15/09/2025, the home was rated Inadequate 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 Tapton Grove as Inadequate for Safe care on 15/09/2025. 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 Tapton Grove 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 Tapton Grove as Requires Improvement for Caring on 15/09/2025. 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 Tapton Grove?
Tapton Grove in Chesterfield is rated Inadequate by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 15/09/2025. The home has 61 beds.
How many beds does Tapton Grove have?
Tapton Grove has 61 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Chesterfield.
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