Simon Marks Court care home, Wortley
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds40
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2020-02-21
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
What catches families' attention is how staff respond when residents need help — there's a readiness to assist that goes beyond basic care duties. The home runs regular activities and entertainment, giving residents structure to their days and chances to stay engaged.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity55
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare55
- Management & leadership55
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2020-02-21
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The inspection dated 2 April 2025 rated this domain Good. No specific detail about care plan quality, dementia training content, GP access arrangements, or food provision was included in the report text provided. The Good rating indicates inspectors found no significant concerns about the effectiveness of care at the time of the visit.Is this home caring?
The inspection dated 2 April 2025 rated this domain Good. No specific inspector observations about staff warmth, use of preferred names, response to distress, or unhurried interactions were included in the report text provided. The Good rating indicates inspectors did not identify significant concerns about the caring culture at the time of the visit.Is the home responsive?
The inspection dated 2 April 2025 rated this domain Good. No specific detail about the activity programme, individual engagement, independence support, or end-of-life care arrangements was included in the report text provided. The Good rating indicates inspectors found no significant concerns about responsiveness to individual needs at the time of the visit.Is the home well-led?
The inspection dated 2 April 2025 rated this domain Good. The home is run by Anchor Hanover Group, with Daniel Ryan listed as the Nominated Individual. No specific detail about manager visibility, staff culture, governance systems, or communication with families was included in the report text provided. The Good rating indicates inspectors found no significant concerns about leadership at the time of the visit.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for over-65s, with trained staff who understand the complexities of cognitive decline. For residents with dementia, the structured activity programme helps maintain familiar routines. Staff show patience with the repetition and confusion that dementia brings, adapting their approach to each person's changing needs. 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
The inspection awarded Good across all five domains in April 2025, which is a positive headline. However, the report text provided contains almost no specific observations, quotes, or direct evidence, so every theme is scored in the present-but-generic band. The Family View cannot go higher without specific inspector observations, resident testimony, or record-review detail.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
What catches families' attention is how staff respond when residents need help — there's a readiness to assist that goes beyond basic care duties. The home runs regular activities and entertainment, giving residents structure to their days and chances to stay engaged.
What inspectors have recorded
Several families mention the approachable nature of the care team, with staff taking time to chat with visitors and keep them informed about their relative's wellbeing. There's a sense that resident feedback genuinely shapes daily routines here.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering care options in Leeds, visiting Simon Marks Court could help you understand their approach to dementia support and daily life.
Worth a visit
Simon Marks Court, run by Anchor Hanover Group, was assessed in April 2025 and received a Good rating across all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This is a positive headline result and indicates that inspectors found no significant concerns at the time of their visit. However, the inspection report text available contains almost no specific observations, resident or family quotes, or direct evidence of what good looks like day to day in this home. A Good rating tells you the threshold was met; it does not tell you whether staff know your dad by his preferred name, whether your mum would have something meaningful to do on a Tuesday afternoon, or what happens on the night shift. Visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota, and spend time in a communal area at a mealtime before making your decision.
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In Their Own Words
How Simon Marks Court care home, Wortley describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where staff really listen and residents feel content
Dedicated residential home Support in Leeds
Families visiting Simon Marks Court in Leeds often comment on how settled their relatives seem. This care home specialises in supporting people over 65, including those living with dementia, and the atmosphere strikes visitors as notably calm and welcoming.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for over-65s, with trained staff who understand the complexities of cognitive decline.
For residents with dementia, the structured activity programme helps maintain familiar routines. Staff show patience with the repetition and confusion that dementia brings, adapting their approach to each person's changing needs.
“If you're considering care options in Leeds, visiting Simon Marks Court could help you understand their approach to dementia support and daily life.”
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
The inspection awarded Good across all five domains in April 2025, which is a positive headline. However, the report text provided contains almost no specific observations, quotes, or direct evidence, so every theme is scored in the present-but-generic band. The Family View cannot go higher without specific inspector observations, resident testimony, or record-review detail.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
What catches families' attention is how staff respond when residents need help — there's a readiness to assist that goes beyond basic care duties. The home runs regular activities and entertainment, giving residents structure to their days and chances to stay engaged.
What inspectors have recorded
Several families mention the approachable nature of the care team, with staff taking time to chat with visitors and keep them informed about their relative's wellbeing. There's a sense that resident feedback genuinely shapes daily routines here.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering care options in Leeds, visiting Simon Marks Court could help you understand their approach to dementia support and daily life.
Worth a visit
Simon Marks Court, run by Anchor Hanover Group, was assessed in April 2025 and received a Good rating across all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This is a positive headline result and indicates that inspectors found no significant concerns at the time of their visit. However, the inspection report text available contains almost no specific observations, resident or family quotes, or direct evidence of what good looks like day to day in this home. A Good rating tells you the threshold was met; it does not tell you whether staff know your dad by his preferred name, whether your mum would have something meaningful to do on a Tuesday afternoon, or what happens on the night shift. Visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota, and spend time in a communal area at a mealtime before making your decision.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Simon Marks Court care home, Wortley measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Simon Marks Court care home, Wortley describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where staff really listen and residents feel content
Dedicated residential home Support in Leeds
Families visiting Simon Marks Court in Leeds often comment on how settled their relatives seem. This care home specialises in supporting people over 65, including those living with dementia, and the atmosphere strikes visitors as notably calm and welcoming.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for over-65s, with trained staff who understand the complexities of cognitive decline.
For residents with dementia, the structured activity programme helps maintain familiar routines. Staff show patience with the repetition and confusion that dementia brings, adapting their approach to each person's changing needs.
Management & ethos
Several families mention the approachable nature of the care team, with staff taking time to chat with visitors and keep them informed about their relative's wellbeing. There's a sense that resident feedback genuinely shapes daily routines here.
“If you're considering care options in Leeds, visiting Simon Marks Court could help you understand their approach to dementia support and daily life.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
