Sternhill Paddock
Sternhill Paddock is a residential care home in Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG22 0DJ). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About Sternhill Paddock
Sternhill Paddock is a residential care home near Newark, Nottinghamshire, supporting younger adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. We also support people managing mental health conditions and people with a visual or hearing impairment, and we offer respite stays for people who need somewhere for a shorter period. This is somebody's home first. People here have their own room and their own things, and they have a genuine say in how the day runs, from what is cooked to how a weekend is spent. Support is there for the parts of life that need it, whether that is personal care, health appointments, managing money, cooking, or getting out to the places and activities someone enjoys. For autistic people and for many of the people we support, predictability and communication are the heart of it. We explain changes in advance and in the form that works for the person, we keep staffing consistent, and we pay attention to noise, light and pace. Where someone has sensory loss we adapt how we communicate rather than expecting them to adapt to us. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is outstanding. We are proud of that. We are also clear that it was earned in the way individual days were supported rather than by anything we could write here, so it commits us to keeping that up. Families, advocates and anyone considering a placement are welcome to visit and see for themselves.
Care provided at Sternhill Paddock
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 March 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Sternhill Paddock
Where is Sternhill Paddock located?
Sternhill Paddock is a residential care home in Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0DJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Sternhill Paddock provide?
Sternhill Paddock is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Sternhill Paddock's CQC rating?
Sternhill Paddock is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 18 March 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Sternhill Paddock offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Sternhill Paddock offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Sternhill Paddock
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Sternhill Paddock 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. Sternhill Paddock 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. Sternhill Paddock 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. Sternhill Paddock 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 East Midlands
Sternhill Paddock has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Sternhill Paddock. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Sternhill Paddock
Respite Care at Sternhill Paddock
Short breaks need a little planning, so ring ahead to check availability, minimum stay length, which is often a week or two, and what to pack, including medication in its original boxes, a copy of the care plan and familiar items from home. Sternhill Paddock offers respite, and a well matched stay can also serve as a gentle trial run before any decision about permanent care. Its most recent CQC inspection in March 2026 rated the service outstanding.
Residential Care at Sternhill Paddock
Ordinary life with a bit of help built in is what residential care at Sternhill Paddock in Newark is set up to provide. This covers meals, personal care, help with medication, laundry, and support to join in activities or get out and about, but it does not include the round the clock input from a registered nurse that a nursing home offers. If someone's health needs are largely stable and managed by the GP and community teams, residential is usually the right fit. Weekly fees across the East Midlands typically sit between £850 and £1100, while Nottinghamshire County Council usually funds somewhere around £680 to £820, so ask early how any gap would be handled. It is worth asking how choice over food, bedtimes and daily routine actually works in practice.
Mental Health at Sternhill Paddock
For adults living with an enduring mental health condition, a settled home, predictable rhythm and respectful support can matter as much as any clinical input. Sternhill Paddock is registered to support people in this group, but the public register does not show staffing detail. Ask what mental health experience the team has, how they liaise with the community mental health team and GP, and what happens if someone becomes unwell or reaches a crisis point.
Visual and Hearing Impairment at Sternhill Paddock
Sensory loss shapes the small details of a home, from lighting levels and contrast on doorframes to clear signage, hearing loops and staff who face the person and speak clearly. Sternhill Paddock is registered to support people with a visual or hearing impairment. Families should ask what adaptations are already in place, whether loops are fitted in shared rooms, and how staff adjust communication for each individual.
Younger Adults at Sternhill Paddock
Being under 65 in a care setting can feel isolating if everyone else is a generation or two older, which is why age appropriate activities, peers and lifestyle matter. Sternhill Paddock is registered to support younger adults, so ask about the current age mix, what evenings and weekends look like, and how people are supported to keep up work, study, relationships and interests outside the home.
Learning Disability and Autism at Sternhill Paddock
Sternhill Paddock is registered to support adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, which in a good home means person centred plans, steady routines, and attention to sensory needs like noise, light and pace. Commissioning usually runs through Nottinghamshire social care, with an annual review and health checks alongside. Ask how communication is adapted, how changes are prepared for, and how the person's own goals shape the week.
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