Queens Court
Queens Court is a residential care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire (CB25 9DD). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About Queens Court
We at Queens Court are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the heart of Cambridge, providing a warm and welcoming home for older people across Cambridgeshire and the wider East of England. Our residential care home is dedicated to supporting each person who joins us with dignity, kindness, and genuine understanding. Nestled within the CB postcode area, Queens Court enjoys a setting that reflects the character of Cambridge itself, a city known for its heritage, community spirit, and peaceful surroundings. Our home has been thoughtfully designed to feel like just that, a home. Comfortable communal spaces invite conversation and companionship, whilst quieter corners offer moments of reflection for those who value a little peace. Families visiting loved ones will find an environment that feels familiar, calm, and reassuring from the moment they step through our doors. Our specialisms centre on older person care, residential care, dementia care, and respite care. For residents living with dementia, this means a considered approach that prioritises familiarity, routine, and emotional wellbeing, helping each person feel safe and understood as their needs evolve. For those requiring longer term residential support, we offer consistent, attentive care that adapts gently over time. Our respite care provision offers families a trusted place to turn when a loved one needs short term support, whether following a hospital stay, during a family holiday, or simply to give a regular carer a well earned break. In practice, this means personalised care plans, meaningful daily activities, nourishing meals, and a team who take the time to truly know each resident as an individual with their own history, preferences, and personality. We are immensely proud to hold an Outstanding overall rating from the Care Quality Commission, following our most recent inspection. Within this rating, we were recognised as Outstanding in both the Caring and Responsive domains, alongside Good ratings for Safe, Effective, and Well led. For families, this reflects what we hold dear every day, that our residents are treated with exceptional warmth and that our team respond thoughtfully to changing needs. The Outstanding rating is awarded to only a small percentage of care homes nationally, and we regard it as a reflection of the culture of care our team works hard to nurture. Choosing a care home for someone you love is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight that carries. If you are considering care in Cambridge for an older relative, whether for the long term or for a short respite stay, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about life at Queens Court, and help you feel confident that your loved one will be truly cared for here.
Care provided at Queens Court
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 31 January 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Queens Court
Where is Queens Court located?
Queens Court is a residential care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB25 9DD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Queens Court provide?
Queens Court is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Queens Court's CQC rating?
Queens Court is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 31 January 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Queens Court provide dementia care?
Yes. Queens Court supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Queens Court offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Queens Court offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Queens Court
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Queens Court is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Queens Court is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Queens Court offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. Queens Court is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the East
Queens Court has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Queens Court. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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