Allington Court Care Home
Allington Court Care Home is a nursing home in St Albans, Hertfordshire (AL2 3TN). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Allington Court Care Home
We at Allington Court Care Home offer dedicated nursing care in the historic city of St Albans, providing a welcoming home for older people and adults with complex needs across Hertfordshire and the wider East region. Nestled within the AL postcode area, our home benefits from the calm, community focused atmosphere that St Albans is known for, blending the convenience of city life with the gentler pace of leafy suburban surroundings. The setting offers residents and their loved ones a familiar and reassuring environment, easily reached by family members visiting from across the county and beyond. Our care is tailored to meet a broad range of needs, with specialisms spanning older person care, nursing care, dementia care, support for adults with learning disabilities or autism, and care for younger adults. In practice, this means our team is experienced in adapting daily routines, communication styles, and clinical support to suit each individual. For families, this breadth of expertise offers peace of mind that a loved one's changing needs, whether medical, emotional, or social, can be understood and responded to within a single, consistent home. Nursing care is at the heart of what we provide, with qualified nurses available to support residents living with long term health conditions, complex medication regimes, or the later stages of life. For those living with dementia, we focus on creating a calm, structured environment where familiarity and gentle routine help residents feel safe and valued. Younger adults and those with learning disabilities or autism are supported with person centred approaches that respect independence, choice, and personal interests. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in January 2024, resulted in an overall rating of Requires Improvement. Within that inspection, we were rated Good for being Effective, Caring, and Responsive, reflecting the warmth of our team, the personalised nature of the care delivered, and the meaningful relationships built with residents and their families. The areas rated as Requires Improvement, namely Safe and Well led, are ones we take seriously, and we are committed to working openly and diligently to strengthen these aspects of our home. We believe transparency matters, and we welcome conversations with families about the steps being taken to improve. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care, thought, and emotion that goes into it. If you are exploring nursing or specialist care options in St Albans for someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and discover whether Allington Court Care Home could be the right next chapter for your family.
Care provided at Allington Court Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 19 January 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Allington Court Care Home
Where is Allington Court Care Home located?
Allington Court Care Home is a nursing home in St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 3TN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Allington Court Care Home provide?
Allington Court Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Allington Court Care Home's CQC rating?
Allington Court Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 19 January 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Allington Court Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Allington Court Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Allington Court Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Allington Court Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Allington Court Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Allington Court Care Home 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?
Yes. Yes. Allington Court Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Allington Court Care Home 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. Allington Court Care Home 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
Allington Court Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Allington Court Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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