University Care nottingham
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 beds4
- SpecialismsCaring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Eating disorders, Learning disabilities, Mental health conditions, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2020-01-03
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
People talk about seeing their family members become more settled and confident. The staff seem particularly good at working with residents to help them reach their own goals, whatever those might be.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity55
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare55
- Management & leadership60
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2020-01-03
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the November 2019 inspection. Dementia is listed as a specialism alongside eating disorders, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. The published report does not describe specific training programmes, care plan content, GP access arrangements, or food provision. No concerns were recorded.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the November 2019 inspection. No specific inspector observations, resident quotes, or relative testimonies are recorded in the published report. The Good rating indicates inspectors did not find evidence of poor treatment, but no direct evidence of warm or person-centred interactions is documented.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the November 2019 inspection. The home lists dementia, eating disorders, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments as specialisms served from four beds. The published report does not describe any specific activity provision, individual engagement, or end-of-life planning arrangements.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the November 2019 inspection. The home is operated by Mrs Susan Clay and Mr Adrian Thomas Fradgley, with a registered manager formally in post. The published report does not describe management visibility, staff culture, governance processes, or how the home responds to complaints or incidents. No concerns were flagged at the July 2023 monitoring review.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
University Care supports people with a wide range of needs including learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. They also care for younger adults under 65 and people with eating disorders. The home provides specialist dementia support. Staff understand how to create the right environment for people living with dementia. 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
Every domain was rated Good at the last inspection in November 2019, which is a positive baseline. However, the published report contains very little specific detail, so scores across all themes sit in the mid-range rather than higher, reflecting the absence of direct observations, quotes, or specific examples that would justify greater confidence.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
People talk about seeing their family members become more settled and confident. The staff seem particularly good at working with residents to help them reach their own goals, whatever those might be.
What inspectors have recorded
The team here clearly knows what they're doing. Families mention how hardworking and professional the staff are, always ready to help when residents need something.
How it sits against good practice
It's worth arranging a visit to see how they work with residents firsthand.
Worth a visit
University Care, at 17 Derby Road, Nottingham, was rated Good across all five domains at its last inspection in November 2019. The official inspection findings confirm a consistent Good rating with no deterioration noted at a monitoring review in July 2023. The home is a very small setting with four beds and a registered manager formally accountable for its operation. The main uncertainty here is that the published inspection report contains very little specific detail about what inspectors actually saw, heard, or recorded. That makes it genuinely difficult to form a confident picture of day-to-day life. The inspection is also over five years old, which is a significant gap. On a visit, ask to see the most recent care plan for a current resident (with consent), ask who is on shift overnight and whether they are permanent staff, and spend time observing how staff interact with your parent's prospective neighbours in unplanned moments, not just during a formal tour.
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In Their Own Words
How University Care nottingham describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist support that helps residents find their confidence again
Compassionate Care in Nottingham at University Care
When someone you care about needs specialist support, finding the right environment makes all the difference. University Care in Nottingham brings together experienced staff who understand complex needs — from learning disabilities to mental health conditions. Families often notice real changes in their loved ones' wellbeing after moving here.
Who they care for
University Care supports people with a wide range of needs including learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. They also care for younger adults under 65 and people with eating disorders.
The home provides specialist dementia support. Staff understand how to create the right environment for people living with dementia.
“It's worth arranging a visit to see how they work with residents firsthand.”
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
Every domain was rated Good at the last inspection in November 2019, which is a positive baseline. However, the published report contains very little specific detail, so scores across all themes sit in the mid-range rather than higher, reflecting the absence of direct observations, quotes, or specific examples that would justify greater confidence.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
People talk about seeing their family members become more settled and confident. The staff seem particularly good at working with residents to help them reach their own goals, whatever those might be.
What inspectors have recorded
The team here clearly knows what they're doing. Families mention how hardworking and professional the staff are, always ready to help when residents need something.
How it sits against good practice
It's worth arranging a visit to see how they work with residents firsthand.
Worth a visit
University Care, at 17 Derby Road, Nottingham, was rated Good across all five domains at its last inspection in November 2019. The official inspection findings confirm a consistent Good rating with no deterioration noted at a monitoring review in July 2023. The home is a very small setting with four beds and a registered manager formally accountable for its operation. The main uncertainty here is that the published inspection report contains very little specific detail about what inspectors actually saw, heard, or recorded. That makes it genuinely difficult to form a confident picture of day-to-day life. The inspection is also over five years old, which is a significant gap. On a visit, ask to see the most recent care plan for a current resident (with consent), ask who is on shift overnight and whether they are permanent staff, and spend time observing how staff interact with your parent's prospective neighbours in unplanned moments, not just during a formal tour.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how University Care nottingham measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How University Care nottingham describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist support that helps residents find their confidence again
Compassionate Care in Nottingham at University Care
When someone you care about needs specialist support, finding the right environment makes all the difference. University Care in Nottingham brings together experienced staff who understand complex needs — from learning disabilities to mental health conditions. Families often notice real changes in their loved ones' wellbeing after moving here.
Who they care for
University Care supports people with a wide range of needs including learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. They also care for younger adults under 65 and people with eating disorders.
The home provides specialist dementia support. Staff understand how to create the right environment for people living with dementia.
Management & ethos
The team here clearly knows what they're doing. Families mention how hardworking and professional the staff are, always ready to help when residents need something.
The home & environment
The homes are kept spotlessly clean with plenty of space for residents to feel comfortable. Everything feels well-maintained and properly looked after.
“It's worth arranging a visit to see how they work with residents firsthand.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
