St Clare's Court Care Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
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Staff warmth score
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Good to know
- Registered beds58
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2018-01-05
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The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families visiting from near and far notice how content residents seem here. People talk about finding their loved ones engaged in activities and clearly comfortable in their surroundings. The atmosphere feels settled and purposeful, with residents actively participating in entertainment and social events.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth82
- Compassion & dignity82
- Cleanliness72
- Activities & engagement88
- Food quality65
- Healthcare72
- Management & leadership75
- Resident happiness78
What inspectors found
Inspected 2018-01-05
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
Inspectors rated Effective as Good at the May 2025 inspection. This domain covers whether staff have the right training, whether care plans reflect each person's individual needs, and whether healthcare access such as GP visits and medication reviews is well managed. The home supports people with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments, all of which require specific trained knowledge. The published summary does not include detail on training content, care plan quality, or food provision.Is this home caring?
Inspectors rated Caring as Good at the May 2025 inspection. This domain reflects whether staff treat people with genuine warmth, whether dignity and privacy are respected, and whether individuals are supported to remain as independent as possible. The home cares for a wide age range and a mix of conditions, which requires staff to adapt their approach to very different people. The published summary does not include direct quotes from residents or relatives, or specific observations of staff interactions.Is the home responsive?
Inspectors awarded an Outstanding rating for Responsive at the May 2025 inspection. This is the highest possible rating and means inspectors found significant evidence that the home goes beyond basic provision to tailor care, activities, and daily life to the individual needs and preferences of the people living there. Outstanding in this domain is awarded to a small minority of homes nationally. The published summary does not set out the specific evidence that earned this rating, which is an important gap.Is the home well-led?
Inspectors rated Well-led as Good at the May 2025 inspection. The registered manager is Mrs Emma Louise Grebby and the nominated individual is Ms Anna Gretchen Selby. The home is operated by HC-One No.2 Limited. A Good rating here means inspectors were satisfied that the home has appropriate governance, that staff are supported, and that the manager provides visible and effective leadership. The published summary does not include detail on manager tenure, staff culture, or how the home handles concerns.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
St Clare's Court provides specialist support for residents with dementia, sensory impairments and physical disabilities. They care for both younger adults under 65 and older residents. For residents living with dementia, the home's structured activities and consistent staff approach help create the kind of stable, engaging environment that supports wellbeing. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
St Clare's Court scores well overall, lifted significantly by its Outstanding rating for responsiveness, which tells you that staff make a genuine effort to tailor life here to each individual. Most other areas are rated Good, which is solid, but the inspection report published in September 2025 contains very limited detail in the public summary available, so several scores reflect the official domain ratings rather than specific observed evidence.
Homes in North East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families visiting from near and far notice how content residents seem here. People talk about finding their loved ones engaged in activities and clearly comfortable in their surroundings. The atmosphere feels settled and purposeful, with residents actively participating in entertainment and social events.
What inspectors have recorded
The team here works cohesively, with care quality staying consistent across different staff roles. When unexpected situations arise — like a visitor needing first aid — the manager and staff respond immediately with proper assessment and family support. This same attentiveness shows in their day-to-day care approach.
How it sits against good practice
It's the combination of swift crisis response and steady daily care that seems to define this Newton Aycliffe home.
Worth a visit
St Clare's Court in Newton Aycliffe was rated Good overall at its most recent inspection, assessed on 15 May 2025 and published on 30 September 2025. Inspectors rated it Good across Safe, Effective, Caring, and Well-led, and awarded an Outstanding rating for Responsive, meaning the home stood out nationally for the way it tailors care and activities to the people who live there. The home is registered for 58 beds and cares for people over and under 65, including those living with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. The main limitation of this report is that the full inspection text available for analysis is extremely brief, meaning it is not possible to confirm the specific observations, quotes, or evidence that underpinned each rating. The Outstanding for Responsive is a genuinely significant finding and worth exploring in detail when you visit. Ask the manager to show you what Outstanding actually looks like day to day, how activities are adapted for your parent's specific needs, and how the home stays responsive as those needs change.
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In Their Own Words
How St Clare's Court Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where quick thinking meets daily contentment in Newton Aycliffe
St Clare's Court – Your Trusted residential home
When families need to know their loved ones are genuinely settled, St Clare's Court in Newton Aycliffe shows its worth through the everyday moments. Whether it's staff dropping everything to help an injured visitor or residents happily absorbed in their activities, this home demonstrates the kind of attentive care that puts minds at ease.
Who they care for
St Clare's Court provides specialist support for residents with dementia, sensory impairments and physical disabilities. They care for both younger adults under 65 and older residents.
For residents living with dementia, the home's structured activities and consistent staff approach help create the kind of stable, engaging environment that supports wellbeing.
“It's the combination of swift crisis response and steady daily care that seems to define this Newton Aycliffe home.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
St Clare's Court scores well overall, lifted significantly by its Outstanding rating for responsiveness, which tells you that staff make a genuine effort to tailor life here to each individual. Most other areas are rated Good, which is solid, but the inspection report published in September 2025 contains very limited detail in the public summary available, so several scores reflect the official domain ratings rather than specific observed evidence.
Homes in North East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families visiting from near and far notice how content residents seem here. People talk about finding their loved ones engaged in activities and clearly comfortable in their surroundings. The atmosphere feels settled and purposeful, with residents actively participating in entertainment and social events.
What inspectors have recorded
The team here works cohesively, with care quality staying consistent across different staff roles. When unexpected situations arise — like a visitor needing first aid — the manager and staff respond immediately with proper assessment and family support. This same attentiveness shows in their day-to-day care approach.
How it sits against good practice
It's the combination of swift crisis response and steady daily care that seems to define this Newton Aycliffe home.
Worth a visit
St Clare's Court in Newton Aycliffe was rated Good overall at its most recent inspection, assessed on 15 May 2025 and published on 30 September 2025. Inspectors rated it Good across Safe, Effective, Caring, and Well-led, and awarded an Outstanding rating for Responsive, meaning the home stood out nationally for the way it tailors care and activities to the people who live there. The home is registered for 58 beds and cares for people over and under 65, including those living with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. The main limitation of this report is that the full inspection text available for analysis is extremely brief, meaning it is not possible to confirm the specific observations, quotes, or evidence that underpinned each rating. The Outstanding for Responsive is a genuinely significant finding and worth exploring in detail when you visit. Ask the manager to show you what Outstanding actually looks like day to day, how activities are adapted for your parent's specific needs, and how the home stays responsive as those needs change.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how St Clare's Court Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How St Clare's Court Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where quick thinking meets daily contentment in Newton Aycliffe
St Clare's Court – Your Trusted residential home
When families need to know their loved ones are genuinely settled, St Clare's Court in Newton Aycliffe shows its worth through the everyday moments. Whether it's staff dropping everything to help an injured visitor or residents happily absorbed in their activities, this home demonstrates the kind of attentive care that puts minds at ease.
Who they care for
St Clare's Court provides specialist support for residents with dementia, sensory impairments and physical disabilities. They care for both younger adults under 65 and older residents.
For residents living with dementia, the home's structured activities and consistent staff approach help create the kind of stable, engaging environment that supports wellbeing.
Management & ethos
The team here works cohesively, with care quality staying consistent across different staff roles. When unexpected situations arise — like a visitor needing first aid — the manager and staff respond immediately with proper assessment and family support. This same attentiveness shows in their day-to-day care approach.
The home & environment
The home maintains high standards throughout, with visitors consistently remarking on the cleanliness and organisation. Garden spaces provide pleasant outdoor areas, and the whole environment feels well-kept and thoughtfully arranged.
“It's the combination of swift crisis response and steady daily care that seems to define this Newton Aycliffe home.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
