School Lane
School Lane is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent (ME9 8SE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About School Lane
School Lane is a small residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent, supporting adults who need a settled place to live and the right level of help to get on with their own lives. We are deliberately small, which means the people living here are known properly rather than approximately. We support adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, people managing mental health conditions, people living with a physical disability, and younger adults. What that looks like differs enormously from person to person. One resident may want a full week of college, work and clubs, while another needs the days to stay quiet and predictable. We plan for both, and we are careful with change, giving plenty of notice when something has to be different and keeping somewhere quiet available for anyone who needs to step away. Independence runs through everything. People here are supported to cook, shop, manage money as far as they are able and keep their rooms exactly as they want them. We help where help is genuinely wanted and stand back where it is not. Respite stays are also available for people who need support for a short period. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Good. If you would like to visit, or to talk about whether this could suit someone, please get in touch and we will make time for a proper conversation.
Care provided at School Lane
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 7 December 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about School Lane
Where is School Lane located?
School Lane is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does School Lane provide?
School Lane is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is School Lane's CQC rating?
School Lane is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 December 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does School Lane offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. School Lane offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about School Lane
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. School Lane 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. School Lane 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. School Lane 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. School Lane 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
School Lane 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 School Lane. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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