Templefields, Dewsbury
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Requires improvement |
| Caring | Requires improvement |
| Responsive | Requires improvement |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Templefields
Templefields is a residential care home providing personal and nursing care to people with autism and/or learning disabilities and associated challenging behaviours. The service is registered to provide support to up to 14 people and there were 12 people using the service at the time of our inspection. People live in either the main house or coach house and the property is situated on the outskirts of Dewsbury.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Templefields
Templefields is a residential care home in the heart of Dewsbury, Kirklees, providing a supportive environment for those who need it most. The home is operated by Valeo Limited and can accommodate up to 14 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 09/06/2020, the Care Quality Commission rated Templefields as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Requires Improvement for Safe and Effective and Caring and Responsive and Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including learning disabilities and mental health conditions. The service supports learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder, mental health. The WF13 postcode area has 12 registered care homes with a combined 204 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.
Templefields is one of the care homes in Kirklees — a local authority with 127 CQC-registered homes, 93 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Templefields
- View Templefields on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near WF13 3QE
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.
- 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 how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
- Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
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 Templefields's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
- 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
- 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
- 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Templefields on 09/06/2020 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
- - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
- - What activities and social events are available for residents
- - How the home handles changing care needs over time
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 happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
CQC rated Templefields as Requires Improvement for Responsive care on 09/06/2020, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.
How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
CQC rated Templefields as Requires Improvement for Caring on 09/06/2020. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.
Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting Templefields, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.
What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
With 14 residents and care tailored to learning disabilities, daily routines at Templefields will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.
What is the CQC rating for Templefields?
Templefields in Dewsbury is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 09/06/2020. The home has 14 beds.
How many beds does Templefields have?
Templefields has 14 beds and operates as a residential care home in Dewsbury.
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