Care Homes in Kettering: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Kettering — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Kettering has 43 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 2 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 35 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Kettering have access to well-rated care options.
10 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 33 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 18 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,232 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Kettering
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haydock House | Outstanding | Residential | 8 |
| Heatherington House | Outstanding | Residential | 8 |
| Avery Park Care Home | Good | Nursing | 120 |
| Avery Park Care Home | Good | Nursing | 120 |
| Westhill Park Care Home | Good | Residential | 66 |
| Cheaney Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 65 |
| Claremont Parkway | Good | Nursing | 61 |
| Thorndale | Good | Residential | 60 |
| OLIVE ROW CARE HOME | Good | Nursing | 54 |
| St Anns Care Home | Good | Residential | 39 |
| The Old Vicarage | Good | Nursing | 38 |
| Orchard House Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Glenkindie Lodge Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 33 |
| Clanfield Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 30 |
| Country View Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 29 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Kettering
Nursing Homes (10)
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 Kettering →Residential Homes (33)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Kettering →Dementia Care in Kettering
18 care homes in Kettering 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 Kettering
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 37 homes in Kettering meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (10 homes) and residential (33 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 Kettering
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