Woodstock Care Centre
Woodstock Care Centre is a nursing home in Sittingbourne, Kent (ME10 4HN). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Woodstock Care Centre
We at Woodstock Care Centre are proud to offer compassionate nursing home support in the heart of Sittingbourne, Kent, providing specialist care for older people, including those living with dementia and complex nursing needs. Our home is set within the welcoming community of Sittingbourne, within the ME postcode area of Kent. The South East setting offers a calm and familiar environment for residents, with the comforts of a residential neighbourhood close at hand. We have created spaces designed to feel homely and reassuring, where residents can settle into daily routines that feel both safe and uplifting. At the heart of what we do is a commitment to person centred nursing care. For older residents who require around the clock clinical support, our team is on hand to manage medical needs with skill and sensitivity. For those living with dementia, we focus on understanding each individual, their history, their preferences, and the small things that bring comfort and joy. This means families can feel reassured that their loved one is known as a person, not simply as a patient, and that their dignity remains at the centre of every interaction. We understand that choosing nursing care for an older relative, particularly one navigating the challenges of dementia, is one of the most significant decisions a family can make. That is why we place such importance on open communication, gentle routines, and meaningful daily life. From mealtimes to quiet moments of companionship, our aim is to nurture wellbeing in every form, whether that be physical, emotional, or social. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, carried out in March 2023, rated us as Requires Improvement overall. Within that inspection, we were pleased to be rated Good for being Effective, Caring, and Responsive, reflecting the genuine warmth and skill of our team and the meaningful relationships we build with those in our care. The areas identified as Requires Improvement, namely Safe and Well led, are ones we take seriously, and we are committed to ongoing development so that every aspect of life at our home reaches the standard our residents and their families deserve. If you are exploring nursing or dementia care options in Sittingbourne and the wider Kent area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about daily life here, and help you consider whether our home might be the right place for your loved one. Choosing care is a deeply personal journey, and we are here to walk alongside you with patience, honesty, and kindness.
Care provided at Woodstock Care Centre
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 March 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Woodstock Care Centre compares in Swale
Measured against the 25 care homes for older people registered in Swale. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 60 places. Larger than 21 of the 25 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 18 of the 25 homes (72%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 18 March 2023. 10 of the 25 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 18 of the 25 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 25 homes, 5 offer nursing care and 16 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 18 of the 22 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Swale.
The local picture: Swale
What the numbers say about care for older people in Swale, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 15,500. Rising to 17,400 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,700. Rising to 5,600 by 2035, up 51%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 24%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 57%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 58. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Woodstock Care Centre
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 18 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 3 December 2025.
- Run by
- Nellsar Limited, which runs 13 adult social care services in England. 10 of the 13 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Woodstock Care Centre
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Medway Maritime Hospital, Gillingham, 8.9 miles away
It is about 8.9 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Sittingbourne Station, 1.1 miles away
- Kemsley Station, 2.5 miles away
- Newington Station, 3.2 miles away
Around Woodstock Care Centre
- H: Woodstock Care Centre
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Woodstock Care Centre
Where is Woodstock Care Centre located?
Woodstock Care Centre is a nursing home in Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4HN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Woodstock Care Centre provide?
Woodstock Care Centre is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Woodstock Care Centre's CQC rating?
Woodstock Care Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 18 March 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Woodstock Care Centre provide dementia care?
Yes. Woodstock Care Centre supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Woodstock Care Centre offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Woodstock Care Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Woodstock Care Centre
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Woodstock Care Centre 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. Woodstock Care Centre is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Woodstock Care Centre 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. Woodstock Care Centre 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
Woodstock Care Centre 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Woodstock Care Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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