Heathfield House Nursing Home
Heathfield House Nursing Home is a nursing home in Kidlington, Oxfordshire (OX5 3DX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Heathfield House Nursing Home
We at Heathfield House Nursing Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the welcoming village setting of Kidlington, Oxfordshire. Our home provides a peaceful sanctuary for older people, younger adults, and those living with dementia, combining skilled clinical expertise with the warmth and familiarity of a true home. Nestled within the OX postcode area just north of Oxford, our location offers residents the best of both worlds. Kidlington itself is a thriving village with a strong sense of community, whilst the wider Oxfordshire countryside provides tranquil surroundings that feel a world away from the pace of city life. Families visiting loved ones benefit from convenient access across the South East, making regular visits straightforward and stress free. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people who call Heathfield House home. Nursing care is delivered around the clock by qualified professionals, ensuring that residents with complex medical needs receive attentive, dignified support at every hour. For older people, we focus on preserving independence, dignity, and the small daily pleasures that make life meaningful. Our dementia care is thoughtfully tailored, recognising that each person's journey is unique. We take time to understand personal histories, preferences, and routines, creating an environment where residents feel safe, understood, and valued. We also welcome younger adults who require nursing support, offering age appropriate care that respects individual lifestyles, aspirations, and personal identity. Our respite care option provides a vital lifeline for families and regular carers, offering short term stays that allow loved ones to rest, recover, or simply take a well earned break, secure in the knowledge that their family member is in capable, caring hands. For families, what this means in practice is peace of mind. It means knowing that a trained nurse is always on hand should a health concern arise. It means seeing a loved one with dementia treated with patience and gentle understanding rather than frustration. It means trusting that dignity, privacy, and personal choice are woven into every interaction, from the morning cup of tea to the evening settle down. Heathfield House Nursing Home holds an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings achieved across every domain: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This consistent recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to high standards in every aspect of what we do. Being rated Good across the board means our residents are safeguarded, our care is grounded in best practice, our team treats people with genuine kindness, our approach responds thoughtfully to individual needs, and our leadership fosters a positive, well organised culture throughout the home. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make. It often follows a period of worry, difficult conversations, and careful weighing of options. We want you to know that at Heathfield House, you are not simply choosing a building or a set of care arrangements. You are choosing a community where your loved one will be known by name, where their story matters, and where every member of our team is dedicated to making each day as fulfilling as possible. If you are exploring nursing care, dementia support, or respite options in Kidlington or the wider Oxfordshire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Whether you have detailed questions or simply want to talk things through, we are here to listen, to reassure, and to help you find the right way forward for your family.
Care provided at Heathfield House Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 27 July 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Heathfield House Nursing Home
Where is Heathfield House Nursing Home located?
Heathfield House Nursing Home is a nursing home in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5 3DX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Heathfield House Nursing Home provide?
Heathfield House Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Heathfield House Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Heathfield House Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 27 July 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Heathfield House Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Heathfield House Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Heathfield House Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Heathfield House Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Heathfield House Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Heathfield House Nursing 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. Heathfield House Nursing 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. Heathfield House Nursing 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. Heathfield House Nursing 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 South East
Heathfield House Nursing Home 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 Heathfield House Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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