Bishops Way
Bishops Way is a residential care home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex (TN37 6JQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Bishops Way
Bishops Way is a care home in St Leonards on Sea. We provide residential care for adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, people managing a mental health condition and people living with an eating disorder, mostly younger adults. Respite stays are available alongside permanent places. A fair number of the people who come to us have had a difficult time before they arrive, and have often been moved around more than anyone should be. We do not treat that history as a verdict on somebody. What matters is how the person wants to live now and what support would make that possible, and every plan starts from a conversation about that rather than from a file. Stability is what we offer above anything else. The same staff, a routine that holds, and a team who will not withdraw when somebody has a bad week. Where somebody communicates in a way other than speech, we learn it properly rather than guessing, and routines stay steady with changes explained in advance. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please visit if you are considering a placement here.
Care provided at Bishops Way
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Eating disorder support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 17 January 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Bishops Way compares in Hastings
Measured against the 61 care homes registered in Hastings. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 4 places. Smaller than 49 of the 61 homes. The local average is 24 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 50 of the 61 homes (82%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 79%.
- Latest report
- 17 January 2020. 47 of the 61 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 43 of the 61 homes registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 44 of the 46 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Hastings.
The local picture: Hastings
What the numbers say about care for older people in Hastings, in East Sussex.
What care costs in East Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £929 | £1,500 to £1,809 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 107 homes. Median £1,600.) |
| Nursing care | £994 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 9,700. Rising to 11,300 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,500. Rising to 3,700 by 2035, up 50%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,300. Rising to 1,600 by 2035, up 26%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 64%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 133. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
- Care home beds filled across East Sussex: 83%. The 12 month average is 83%.
- Who pays, across East Sussex (estimate): 33% council, 47% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Bishops Way
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 10 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 20 September 2023.
- Run by
- New Directions (St. Leonards On Sea) Limited, which runs this service only.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Bishops Way
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Conquest Hospital, Hastings, 1.7 miles away
It is about 1.7 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
- Sedlescombe House, 0.4 miles away
- The Station Practice, 0.9 miles away
- High Glades Medical Centre, 1.2 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Flint House Dental Practice, 0.5 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Plaza Health Cenre, 0.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Battle Road Dental Practice, 0.9 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Blooms Pharmacy, 0.1 miles away
- Clarity Pharmacy, 0.5 miles away
- Asda Pharmacy, 0.6 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- St Leonards Warrior Square Station, 0.4 miles away
- Hastings Station, 0.8 miles away
- West St Leonards Station, 1 mile away
Around Bishops Way
- H: Bishops Way
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Bishops Way
Where is Bishops Way located?
Bishops Way is a residential care home in St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex, TN37 6JQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Bishops Way provide?
Bishops Way is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Eating disorder support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Bishops Way's CQC rating?
Bishops Way is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 January 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Bishops Way offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Bishops Way offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Bishops Way
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Bishops Way is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Bishops Way 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. Bishops Way 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?
Yes. Yes. Bishops Way supports younger adults as well as older people.
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 South East
Bishops Way has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Bishops Way. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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