Woodland Court
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 beds30
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities
- Last inspected2022-08-11
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families describe how staff treat their relatives with real dignity and respect, creating an atmosphere where residents seem genuinely content. The team works together well, sharing information about each person's preferences and needs throughout the day.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness68
- Activities & engagement60
- Food quality60
- Healthcare65
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness68
What inspectors found
Inspected 2022-08-11
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the June 2022 inspection. This covers training, care plans, healthcare access, and food. No specific examples of dementia training content, GP visit frequency, care plan detail, or food quality are included in the published report. The home lists dementia as a specialism, which means it should be able to demonstrate specific competency in this area.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the June 2022 inspection. This covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and support for independence. No specific inspector observations, resident quotes, or relative testimony are included in the published report. The Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied but the basis for that satisfaction is not recorded in the available text.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the June 2022 inspection. This covers activities, individual engagement, and responsiveness to personal preferences, including end-of-life care. No specific detail about the activity programme, one-to-one engagement, or how the home tailors care to individual residents is included in the published report.Is the home well-led?
The Well-Led domain was rated Good at the June 2022 inspection. A named registered manager, Mrs Samantha Lianne Richardson, is in post alongside a nominated individual, Mrs Caroline Burchell. No detail about manager visibility, staff culture, governance processes, or how the home responds to concerns and complaints is included in the published report. The rating has remained stable between inspections.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home cares for people over 65, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities. Staff here have experience supporting people at different stages of dementia, working to maintain each person's dignity and comfort as their needs change. 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
Woodland Court Residential Home received a Good rating across all five inspection domains, which is a positive baseline, but the published report contains very limited specific detail. Scores reflect that Good ratings are confirmed without the kind of direct observations, quotes, or specific examples that would push them higher.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe how staff treat their relatives with real dignity and respect, creating an atmosphere where residents seem genuinely content. The team works together well, sharing information about each person's preferences and needs throughout the day.
What inspectors have recorded
What stands out here is how staff approach their work — they clearly know the residents well and coordinate effectively as a team. Some families have mentioned wanting better communication about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing, which is something the home continues to work on.
How it sits against good practice
Woodland Court offers traditional residential care with staff who bring genuine warmth to their work.
Worth a visit
Woodland Court Residential Home at 134 Portchester Road, Fareham was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in June 2022. The home supports up to 30 people, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities. A named registered manager is in post, and the rating has remained stable since the previous inspection. A Good rating across the board is a positive foundation, and the absence of any Requires Improvement or Inadequate findings means there are no immediate concerns. The main limitation of this report is that the published findings contain very little specific detail. No direct observations, resident or relative quotes, activity examples, staffing ratios, or care plan specifics are included. This means a Good rating tells you the inspectors were satisfied, but it does not tell you what daily life looks like for your parent. Before making a decision, visit in person during the late afternoon when staffing pressures often show, and ask to see last week's actual staffing rota alongside the name and tenure of the registered manager.
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In Their Own Words
How Woodland Court describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Staff who genuinely care in this traditional Fareham home
Compassionate Care in Fareham at Woodland Court Residential Home
When families first visit Woodland Court Residential Home in Fareham, they often comment on how the staff interact with residents — there's a genuine warmth that comes through in everyday moments. This established care home supports people over 65 with various needs, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities.
Who they care for
The home cares for people over 65, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities.
Staff here have experience supporting people at different stages of dementia, working to maintain each person's dignity and comfort as their needs change.
“Woodland Court offers traditional residential care with staff who bring genuine warmth to their work.”
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
Woodland Court Residential Home received a Good rating across all five inspection domains, which is a positive baseline, but the published report contains very limited specific detail. Scores reflect that Good ratings are confirmed without the kind of direct observations, quotes, or specific examples that would push them higher.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe how staff treat their relatives with real dignity and respect, creating an atmosphere where residents seem genuinely content. The team works together well, sharing information about each person's preferences and needs throughout the day.
What inspectors have recorded
What stands out here is how staff approach their work — they clearly know the residents well and coordinate effectively as a team. Some families have mentioned wanting better communication about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing, which is something the home continues to work on.
How it sits against good practice
Woodland Court offers traditional residential care with staff who bring genuine warmth to their work.
Worth a visit
Woodland Court Residential Home at 134 Portchester Road, Fareham was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in June 2022. The home supports up to 30 people, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities. A named registered manager is in post, and the rating has remained stable since the previous inspection. A Good rating across the board is a positive foundation, and the absence of any Requires Improvement or Inadequate findings means there are no immediate concerns. The main limitation of this report is that the published findings contain very little specific detail. No direct observations, resident or relative quotes, activity examples, staffing ratios, or care plan specifics are included. This means a Good rating tells you the inspectors were satisfied, but it does not tell you what daily life looks like for your parent. Before making a decision, visit in person during the late afternoon when staffing pressures often show, and ask to see last week's actual staffing rota alongside the name and tenure of the registered manager.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Woodland Court measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Woodland Court describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Staff who genuinely care in this traditional Fareham home
Compassionate Care in Fareham at Woodland Court Residential Home
When families first visit Woodland Court Residential Home in Fareham, they often comment on how the staff interact with residents — there's a genuine warmth that comes through in everyday moments. This established care home supports people over 65 with various needs, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities.
Who they care for
The home cares for people over 65, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities.
Staff here have experience supporting people at different stages of dementia, working to maintain each person's dignity and comfort as their needs change.
Management & ethos
What stands out here is how staff approach their work — they clearly know the residents well and coordinate effectively as a team. Some families have mentioned wanting better communication about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing, which is something the home continues to work on.
The home & environment
The home prepares all meals in their own kitchen, which families appreciate. The building itself has a traditional feel — some areas would benefit from updating, and the main lounge can feel quite full when several families visit at once.
“Woodland Court offers traditional residential care with staff who bring genuine warmth to their work.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
