Valley House in the Vineyard
Valley House in the Vineyard is a residential care home in Canterbury, Kent (CT4 6LN). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Valley House in the Vineyard
Valley House in the Vineyard near Canterbury is a residential care home for adults living with learning disabilities and autism. It is a house, and we try to run it like one. The people who live here have a genuine say in the ordinary things, from what gets cooked to how the shared rooms are arranged and who comes to visit. Staff know everybody properly rather than knowing a file about them, and the week is shaped around individuals rather than a rota. We support people to do as much for themselves as they want and are able to, whether that means cooking, shopping, handling money, getting into Canterbury independently, or keeping up with college, work and friendships. Where somebody needs a great deal of help, we give it without making them feel diminished for needing it. Communication is planned around each person, since being properly understood is the foundation everything else rests on, and we take change at a pace people can manage. Respite stays are available for short periods of support or to give a family carer a planned break. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good, and visitors are welcome.
Care provided at Valley House in the Vineyard
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 27 November 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Valley House in the Vineyard Limited. Report published 27 November 2019.
- 19 October 2019
- 8 places, 8 people were using the service at the time
Safe
People, relatives and professionals told inspectors that people were safe, and inspectors' observations confirmed this. Risk assessments were in place, staff understood safeguarding, and there were always enough staff on duty. Staff were recruited safely, and the few medicines used were ordered, stored, provided and disposed of safely.
Effective
Staff received regular, relevant training, including mental capacity and safeguarding training. People's nutritional needs were met. People were supported to see health and social care professionals when required, and staff supported people in the least restrictive way.
Caring
Inspectors found that staff were understanding towards people and knew them well. People's privacy, dignity and independence were respected and promoted. People's differences were explored, documented and respected.
Responsive
Support was person-centred and focused on each person's needs. Care plans were reviewed with people, their relatives and professionals. A range of activities was available, and the home had strong links with the local community. No complaints had been received, and people and their relatives knew how to raise concerns.
Well-led
The registered manager and deputy manager were well thought of by people, relatives and professionals. Staff were positive about the managers and the home. Audit processes were in place, and feedback was sought from people, staff, relatives and professionals.
What people told the inspectors
People, their relatives and professionals told inspectors that people were safe. They also said the registered manager and deputy manager were well thought of.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in November 2019, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 19 October 2019: Routine inspection
- 14 December 2016: Routine inspection
- 27 February 2014: Routine inspection
- 15 November 2012: Routine inspection
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Valley House in the Vineyard Limited compares in Canterbury
Measured against the 66 care homes registered in Canterbury. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 8 places. Smaller than 55 of the 66 homes. The local average is 31 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 45 of the 66 homes (68%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 73%.
- Latest report
- 27 November 2019. 48 of the 66 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. One of the longer established homes. 57 of the 66 registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 53 of the 57 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Canterbury.
The local picture: Canterbury
What the numbers say about care for older people in Canterbury, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent 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: 19,800. Rising to 23,300 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 5,300. Rising to 8,200 by 2035, up 54%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,600. Rising to 3,300 by 2035, up 28%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 73%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 91. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 2 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 153 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% 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 Valley House in the Vineyard Limited
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 7 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 14 September 2026.
- Run by
- Valley House in the Vineyard 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 Valley House in the Vineyard Limited
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
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 10.3 miles away
It is about 10.3 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
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Snowdown Station, 3.6 miles away
- Shepherds Well Station, 3.7 miles away
- Aylesham Station, 4 miles away
Around Valley House in the Vineyard Limited
- H: Valley House in the Vineyard Limited
- 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 Valley House in the Vineyard
Where is Valley House in the Vineyard located?
Valley House in the Vineyard is a residential care home in Canterbury, Kent, CT4 6LN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Valley House in the Vineyard provide?
Valley House in the Vineyard is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Valley House in the Vineyard's CQC rating?
Valley House in the Vineyard is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 27 November 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Valley House in the Vineyard offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Valley House in the Vineyard offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Valley House in the Vineyard
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Valley House in the Vineyard Limited 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. Valley House in the Vineyard Limited 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. Valley House in the Vineyard Limited 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
Valley House in the Vineyard Limited 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 Valley House in the Vineyard Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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