St Andrew's Residential Care Home
St Andrew's Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Oxford, Oxfordshire (OX3 9EE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About St Andrew's Residential Care Home
We at St Andrew's Residential Care Home offer a warm and welcoming residential care setting in the heart of Oxford, providing dedicated support for older people, including those living with dementia and mental health needs. Nestled within the historic city of Oxford in the wider county of Oxfordshire, our home combines the calm of a familiar community with easy access to the amenities and green spaces this cherished part of the South East is known for. Our environment has been thoughtfully arranged to feel like home from the moment you step through the door. Situated within the OX postcode area, the setting benefits from the character and community spirit of Oxford, giving residents a real sense of place and belonging. We aim to create surroundings that feel comfortable, safe, and reassuring, where residents can enjoy quiet moments, sociable company, or the simple pleasures of everyday life at their own pace. At the heart of what we do is person centred residential care for older people. For families, this means knowing that day to day essentials such as personal care, nutritious meals, medication support, and companionship are all attended to with kindness and respect. Our dementia care is delivered with patience and understanding, recognising that every resident has their own history, preferences, and rhythms. We work to reduce anxiety, encourage familiar routines, and celebrate the small moments that make each day meaningful. We also support adults living with mental health needs, offering a calm and structured environment in which residents can feel understood and valued. Emotional wellbeing is just as important to us as physical health, and we take time to build trusting relationships that help residents feel safe and heard. For families who need short term support, our respite care offers a valuable option. Whether you are a family carer in need of a well earned break, recovering from a hospital stay, or simply wanting to trial residential living, respite gives peace of mind that your loved one is in caring, capable hands, even if only for a short while. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated St Andrew's Residential Care Home as Good overall, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent assessment offers reassurance that the care provided here meets the standards you would rightly expect for someone you love. It reflects our ongoing commitment to safe practice, thoughtful leadership, and genuinely compassionate care. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the mix of emotions that comes with it. If you are exploring residential, dementia, mental health, or respite care in Oxford, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please get in touch to arrange a visit, ask questions, or simply talk through what your loved one needs. At St Andrew's Residential Care Home, we are here to listen, to reassure, and to help you take the next step with confidence.
Care provided at St Andrew's Residential Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 10 August 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about St Andrew's Residential Care Home
Where is St Andrew's Residential Care Home located?
St Andrew's Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 9EE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does St Andrew's Residential Care Home provide?
St Andrew's Residential Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is St Andrew's Residential Care Home's CQC rating?
St Andrew's Residential Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 10 August 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does St Andrew's Residential Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. St Andrew's Residential Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does St Andrew's Residential Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. St Andrew's Residential Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about St Andrew's Residential Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. St Andrew's Residential Care Home Limited 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. St Andrew's Residential Care Home 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. St Andrew's Residential Care Home 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?
No. St Andrew's Residential Care Home Limited 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 South East
St Andrew's Residential Care Home 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from St Andrew's Residential Care Home Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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