Welby Croft Residential Home, High Peak
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About Welby Croft Residential Home
Welby Croft is a residential care home providing personal and nursing care to 17 people aged 65 and over at the time of the inspection. The service can support up to 24 people.The home is set across two floors, with bedrooms on both levels. There are communal spaces including a dining room. The garden offers a secure space with seating and there is a conservatory with views of the local area.
What residents and families say
People felt supported by kind and caring staff who had information to enable them to share their daily needs or life history.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Welby Croft Residential Home
Welby Croft Residential Home is a residential care home in the heart of High Peak, Derbyshire, providing a supportive environment for those who need it most. The home is operated by Andrew Care Ltd and can accommodate up to 24 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 19/03/2021, the Care Quality Commission rated Welby Croft Residential 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 and caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports dementia, older people, younger adults. The SK23 postcode area has 3 registered care homes with a combined 100 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.
Welby Croft Residential Home 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 Welby Croft Residential Home
- View Welby Croft Residential Home on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near SK23 9RY
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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 Welby Croft Residential Home'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 Welby Croft Residential Home on 19/03/2021 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
- - 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 Welby Croft Residential Home as Good for Responsive care on 19/03/2021, 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 Welby Croft Residential Home as Good for Caring on 19/03/2021. 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 Welby Croft Residential 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 24 residents and care tailored to caring for adults under 65 yrs, daily routines at Welby Croft Residential 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 Welby Croft Residential Home?
Welby Croft Residential Home in High Peak is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 19/03/2021. The home has 24 beds.
How many beds does Welby Croft Residential Home have?
Welby Croft Residential Home has 24 beds and operates as a residential care home in High Peak.
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