Kenwood Nursing Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds32
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities
- Last inspected2023-05-17
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare68
- Management & leadership70
- Resident happiness68
What inspectors found
Inspected 2023-05-17
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the April 2023 inspection. The home is registered for nursing and personal care, including dementia and physical disabilities, which implies a range of clinical and care skills are required of staff. No specific detail about care plan quality, GP access, dementia training, medicines administration, or nutritional support is recorded in the published findings.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the April 2023 inspection. No specific inspector observations about staff warmth, use of preferred names, responses to distress, or unhurried interactions are recorded in the published findings. No quotes from residents or relatives about their experience of care are included in the published text.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the April 2023 inspection. The home is registered to provide care for people with dementia and physical disabilities, which requires individualised approaches to activity and daily life. No specific detail about the activity programme, one-to-one engagement, individual preferences, or end-of-life planning is recorded in the published findings.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the April 2023 inspection. Mrs Edith Nkole Mansfield is the registered manager and Ms Laura Rushton is the nominated individual for Aurem Care (Kenwood) Limited. No detail about manager visibility, staff culture, governance processes, how complaints are handled, or how the home responds to feedback is recorded in the published findings.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home welcomes younger adults with physical disabilities alongside older residents, providing specialised support for people living with dementia. This mixed-age environment means they're experienced in adapting care to different life stages and mobility needs. For residents with dementia, the team provides dedicated support in a contained environment. The smaller scale of the home can help reduce confusion, though families might want to ask about activities and stimulation during their visit. 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
Kenwood Care Home received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in April 2023, which is a positive foundation. However, the published inspection text provides very limited specific detail, so scores reflect confirmed Good ratings rather than rich observed evidence.
Homes in London typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Kenwood Care Home at 30-32 Alexandra Grove, London N12 was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its most recent inspection in April 2023. The home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, including specialist support for people living with dementia and those with physical disabilities, across its 32 beds. A registered manager is named and a formal leadership structure is in place under Aurem Care (Kenwood) Limited. The main limitation of this report is that the published inspection text provides very little specific detail: no direct quotes from your parent, other residents, or relatives are available, and no specific inspector observations about daily life, mealtimes, activities, or staff interactions have been published. A Good rating is genuinely encouraging, but it tells you the home met the standard, not what it felt like to live there. Before making a decision, visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota (counting permanent versus agency staff, especially on nights), ask how many staff are on the dementia unit after 8pm, and spend time in a communal area to watch how staff interact with residents without being prompted.
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In Their Own Words
How Kenwood Nursing Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Small London care home with personal attention and specialist support
Compassionate Care in London at Kenwood Care Home
When you're looking for somewhere that feels manageable rather than overwhelming, Kenwood Care Home in London offers a smaller setting with dedicated dementia care. The home supports adults of all ages with physical disabilities and cognitive needs. While the building has some space limitations, the team maintains professional standards and shows genuine care for residents.
Who they care for
The home welcomes younger adults with physical disabilities alongside older residents, providing specialised support for people living with dementia. This mixed-age environment means they're experienced in adapting care to different life stages and mobility needs.
For residents with dementia, the team provides dedicated support in a contained environment. The smaller scale of the home can help reduce confusion, though families might want to ask about activities and stimulation during their visit.
“Getting a feel for the atmosphere and seeing how residents spend their afternoons will help you decide if this is the right fit.”
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
Kenwood Care Home received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in April 2023, which is a positive foundation. However, the published inspection text provides very limited specific detail, so scores reflect confirmed Good ratings rather than rich observed evidence.
Homes in London typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Kenwood Care Home at 30-32 Alexandra Grove, London N12 was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its most recent inspection in April 2023. The home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, including specialist support for people living with dementia and those with physical disabilities, across its 32 beds. A registered manager is named and a formal leadership structure is in place under Aurem Care (Kenwood) Limited. The main limitation of this report is that the published inspection text provides very little specific detail: no direct quotes from your parent, other residents, or relatives are available, and no specific inspector observations about daily life, mealtimes, activities, or staff interactions have been published. A Good rating is genuinely encouraging, but it tells you the home met the standard, not what it felt like to live there. Before making a decision, visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota (counting permanent versus agency staff, especially on nights), ask how many staff are on the dementia unit after 8pm, and spend time in a communal area to watch how staff interact with residents without being prompted.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Kenwood Nursing Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Kenwood Nursing Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Small London care home with personal attention and specialist support
Compassionate Care in London at Kenwood Care Home
When you're looking for somewhere that feels manageable rather than overwhelming, Kenwood Care Home in London offers a smaller setting with dedicated dementia care. The home supports adults of all ages with physical disabilities and cognitive needs. While the building has some space limitations, the team maintains professional standards and shows genuine care for residents.
Who they care for
The home welcomes younger adults with physical disabilities alongside older residents, providing specialised support for people living with dementia. This mixed-age environment means they're experienced in adapting care to different life stages and mobility needs.
For residents with dementia, the team provides dedicated support in a contained environment. The smaller scale of the home can help reduce confusion, though families might want to ask about activities and stimulation during their visit.
Management & ethos
The management team demonstrates real commitment to maintaining safety standards and protecting residents' wellbeing. Staff show professional competence in their approach to care, with leadership that takes an active interest in daily operations and ensuring proper support for everyone living there.
“Getting a feel for the atmosphere and seeing how residents spend their afternoons will help you decide if this is the right fit.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
