Highbury New Park
Highbury New Park is a nursing home in London, Islington (N5 2DS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Highbury New Park
We at Highbury New Park are proud to offer compassionate nursing home care in the heart of London, welcoming residents from Islington and the wider community into a place that truly feels like home. Our specialist team provides nursing care alongside support for older people, ensuring every resident receives the attention and dignity they deserve. Nestled within the vibrant N postcode area of Islington, our home benefits from the character and connectivity of one of London's most cherished neighbourhoods. Families visiting loved ones will find us well placed within the local community, offering a calm and welcoming environment where residents can feel settled, comfortable, and part of familiar surroundings. Our care extends far beyond nursing support. We are experienced in providing tailored care for individuals living with dementia, understanding that each person's journey is unique and requires patience, warmth, and specialist knowledge. Our team also supports adults with learning disabilities and autism, offering understanding, structure, and encouragement that helps residents thrive at their own pace. For those living with mental health needs, we provide a supportive and non judgemental environment where wellbeing is nurtured through consistent, person centred care. We also welcome residents with physical disabilities, adapting our approach to promote as much independence as possible whilst ensuring safety and comfort at every turn. For families needing shorter term support, our respite care offers reassurance and continuity, whether it is to provide a break for a family carer or to support recovery after a hospital stay. In practice, this breadth of specialism means families can trust that their loved one's changing needs can be met with continuity, without the upheaval of moving elsewhere. We are pleased to hold an overall "Good" rating from the Care Quality Commission, with "Good" ratings across all five key areas: safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led. This independent recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering care that families can rely on, delivered by a team who genuinely value the people they support. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. We warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and discover whether Highbury New Park could be the right next chapter for your loved one. We are here to listen, guide, and welcome you whenever you are ready.
Care provided at Highbury New Park
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 December 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Highbury New Park
Where is Highbury New Park located?
Highbury New Park is a nursing home in London, Islington, N5 2DS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Highbury New Park provide?
Highbury New Park is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Highbury New Park's CQC rating?
Highbury New Park is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 December 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Highbury New Park provide dementia care?
Yes. Highbury New Park supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Highbury New Park offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Highbury New Park offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Highbury New Park
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Highbury New Park 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. Highbury New Park is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Highbury New Park 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. Highbury New Park 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 London
Highbury New Park has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,150 to £1,500 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,250 to £1,650 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,400 to £1,850 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Highbury New Park. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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