The Rowans Care Home, Hull

Reviewed by the carehome.page editorial team · Last updated 13 March 2026
Rating
Requires improvement
Beds
53
Type
Residential
Inspected
Nov 2025
Address West Ella Way,Kirk Ella,Hull, HU10 7LP
Beds 53
Type Care home without nursing

CQC Inspection Breakdown

Safe Requires improvement
Effective Good
Caring Good
Responsive Good
Well-led Requires improvement

About The Rowans Care Home

Date of assessment: 08 July 2025. The Rowans Care Home is a care home that was providing personal care to 37 older and younger people, including people who were living with dementia and mental health conditions, at the time of the inspection. This assessment was carried out in response to the previous assessment completed at the service in February 2025 where significant shortfalls in people’s care were identified. The service had made improvements and was no longer in breach of regulations.

Source: CQC inspection report

Specialisms

Caring for adults under 65 yrsDementiaMental health conditionsCaring for adults over 65 yrs

About The Rowans Care Home

In the Yorkshire & Humberside region, The Rowans Care Home is a residential care home serving families across the Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire area who are looking for trusted, quality care. The home is operated by National Care Consortium Ltd and can accommodate up to 53 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 11/08/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated The Rowans Care Home as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Effective, Caring, Responsive; Requires Improvement for Safe and Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including caring for adults under 65 yrs, dementia, mental health conditions and caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports dementia, mental health, older people, younger adults. The HU10 postcode area has 8 registered care homes with a combined 307 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.

The Rowans Care Home is one of the care homes in East Riding of Yorkshire — a local authority with 143 CQC-registered homes, 107 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.

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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?
  • 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 The Rowans Care Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:

  1. 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
  2. 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
  3. 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
  4. 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 The Rowans Care Home on 11/08/2025 and rated it Requires improvement. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.

Read the full CQC report

What 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
  • - 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 happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?

CQC rated The Rowans Care Home as Good for Responsive care on 11/08/2025, 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 The Rowans Care Home as Good for Caring on 11/08/2025. 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 The Rowans Care Home, 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 53 residents and care tailored to caring for adults under 65 yrs, daily routines at The Rowans Care Home 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 The Rowans Care Home?

The Rowans Care Home in Hull is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 11/08/2025. The home has 53 beds.

How many beds does The Rowans Care Home have?

The Rowans Care Home has 53 beds and operates as a residential care home in Hull.

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