Care Homes in Cheltenham: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Cheltenham — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Cheltenham has 43 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 5 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 29 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Cheltenham have access to well-rated care options.
18 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 25 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 29 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,902 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Cheltenham
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Star College - Ullenwood | Outstanding | Nursing | 88 |
| Monkscroft Care Centre | Outstanding | Nursing | 80 |
| Badgeworth Court Care Centre | Outstanding | Nursing | 65 |
| Gloucestershire House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities | Outstanding | Nursing | 30 |
| Oakhaven Residential Care Home | Outstanding | Residential | 27 |
| Sandfields | Good | Nursing | 90 |
| Windsor Street Care Centre | Good | Nursing | 81 |
| Faithfull House | Good | Residential | 72 |
| St Faith's Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 69 |
| Whittington House Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 66 |
| Wentworth Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 65 |
| Nazareth House - Cheltenham | Good | Residential | 63 |
| Thirlestaine Park Care Home | Good | Nursing | 63 |
| Lilleybrook Care Home | Good | Nursing | 62 |
| Richmond Village Cheltenham | Good | Nursing | 60 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Cheltenham
Nursing Homes (18)
Qualified nurses on-site 24/7 for residents with complex medical needs, post-surgical recovery, or conditions requiring regular clinical care.
Browse nursing homes in Cheltenham →Residential Homes (25)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Cheltenham →Dementia Care in Cheltenham
29 care homes in Cheltenham specialise in dementia care. These homes typically offer secure environments, specialist training for staff, and activities designed for people living with dementia.
How to Choose a Care Home in Cheltenham
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 34 homes in Cheltenham meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (18 homes) and residential (25 homes) based on medical needs.
- 3Visit at least 3 homes — Use our visiting checklist to compare homes in person.
- 4Understand the costs — Care home fees in England average £800–£1,200/week. See our funding guide.
- 5Save and compare — Use the shortlist feature on each care home page to save and compare your favourites side by side.
All Care Homes in Cheltenham
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