Woodland Manor Care Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
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Good to know
- Registered beds64
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2020-10-24
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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
Visitors consistently notice how cheerful residents appear, often finding them absorbed in activities or chatting happily with staff. There's a real sense of purpose to each day, with a structured programme that includes everything from visiting entertainers to school children coming in to share time with residents. The atmosphere feels lively rather than institutional.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth52
- Compassion & dignity45
- Cleanliness58
- Activities & engagement52
- Food quality50
- Healthcare58
- Management & leadership65
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2020-10-24
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the September 2020 inspection. This domain covers whether staff have the right training, whether care plans reflect individual needs, and whether the home works well with healthcare professionals such as GPs and district nurses. Woodland Manor lists dementia as a specialism, so effective care requires specific competencies in communication and care planning for people living with dementia. The available inspection text does not include specific examples of training content, care plan quality, or healthcare access arrangements.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Requires Improvement at the September 2020 inspection. This is the domain that most directly reflects how staff treat your parent on a daily basis, including warmth, dignity, respect, and whether your parent's independence is supported. The published inspection text does not explain what specific concerns were identified. This rating sits alongside Good ratings in the other four domains, which makes it the single most important area for you to investigate before making a decision.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the September 2020 inspection. This domain covers whether the home treats your parent as an individual, whether activities are meaningful and varied, and whether complaints are handled well. Woodland Manor cares for adults both over and under 65, including people living with dementia, so a responsive approach requires tailoring care and activities to a wide range of needs. The published inspection text does not include specific examples of activities, individual engagement, or complaint outcomes.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the September 2020 inspection. The home has a named registered manager (Cristian Stefan Grozav) and a nominated individual (Lisa Sharon Soper). A Good rating in this domain indicates inspectors were satisfied with the home's governance, oversight, and leadership culture. The home improved from an Inadequate overall rating to a Good overall rating, which is a substantial achievement and suggests leadership made meaningful changes. The monitoring review carried out in July 2023 found no evidence to warrant reassessment of the rating.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Woodland Manor cares for adults both under and over 65, including those living with dementia. For residents with dementia, the structured daily activities and consistent staff presence help create reassuring routines. The team's focus on individual preferences means they can adapt their approach as needs change over time. 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 Manor Care Home scores 62 out of 100. The home has made significant progress from a previous Inadequate rating to a Good overall rating, but the Requires Improvement in Caring means the inspection identified specific gaps in warmth, dignity, or respect that have not yet been fully resolved.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors consistently notice how cheerful residents appear, often finding them absorbed in activities or chatting happily with staff. There's a real sense of purpose to each day, with a structured programme that includes everything from visiting entertainers to school children coming in to share time with residents. The atmosphere feels lively rather than institutional.
What inspectors have recorded
The care team pays close attention to what works for each individual, adjusting their approach based on personal preferences rather than following a one-size-fits-all routine. Staff engage naturally with residents during activities and daily care, creating an environment where people feel heard and valued. Communication with families appears thoughtful and responsive.
How it sits against good practice
It's the combination of purposeful activities and attentive care that seems to make the real difference here.
Worth a visit
Woodland Manor Care Home, on Micholls Avenue in Gerrards Cross, was rated Good overall at its last inspection in September 2020, a significant improvement from a previous rating of Inadequate. Four of the five inspection domains, Safe, Effective, Responsive, and Well-led, were rated Good, suggesting the home made substantial changes to its practice and governance in the period between inspections. The area that requires your closest attention is the Caring domain, which was rated Requires Improvement at the same inspection. This is the domain that covers how staff treat your parent day to day: whether they are kind, unhurried, and respectful of dignity and privacy. The published inspection text is very brief and does not explain what specifically fell short. Before choosing this home, ask the manager directly what the Caring rating identified and what has changed since October 2020. The inspection is now over four years old, and a lot can change in that time, in either direction. Request a visit during a quieter period, such as a weekday morning, and observe how staff interact with residents in corridors and communal spaces.
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In Their Own Words
How Woodland Manor Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where daily life feels purposeful and people genuinely thrive
Woodland Manor Care Home – Your Trusted nursing home
Families visiting Woodland Manor Care Home in Gerrards Cross often comment on how content their relatives seem — not just comfortable, but actively engaged in life. The care team here has developed a rhythm that keeps days interesting without feeling rushed, whether that's through regular cooking sessions, craft activities, or simply ensuring everyone has what they need when they need it.
Who they care for
Woodland Manor cares for adults both under and over 65, including those living with dementia.
For residents with dementia, the structured daily activities and consistent staff presence help create reassuring routines. The team's focus on individual preferences means they can adapt their approach as needs change over time.
“It's the combination of purposeful activities and attentive care that seems to make the real difference here.”
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 Manor Care Home scores 62 out of 100. The home has made significant progress from a previous Inadequate rating to a Good overall rating, but the Requires Improvement in Caring means the inspection identified specific gaps in warmth, dignity, or respect that have not yet been fully resolved.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors consistently notice how cheerful residents appear, often finding them absorbed in activities or chatting happily with staff. There's a real sense of purpose to each day, with a structured programme that includes everything from visiting entertainers to school children coming in to share time with residents. The atmosphere feels lively rather than institutional.
What inspectors have recorded
The care team pays close attention to what works for each individual, adjusting their approach based on personal preferences rather than following a one-size-fits-all routine. Staff engage naturally with residents during activities and daily care, creating an environment where people feel heard and valued. Communication with families appears thoughtful and responsive.
How it sits against good practice
It's the combination of purposeful activities and attentive care that seems to make the real difference here.
Worth a visit
Woodland Manor Care Home, on Micholls Avenue in Gerrards Cross, was rated Good overall at its last inspection in September 2020, a significant improvement from a previous rating of Inadequate. Four of the five inspection domains, Safe, Effective, Responsive, and Well-led, were rated Good, suggesting the home made substantial changes to its practice and governance in the period between inspections. The area that requires your closest attention is the Caring domain, which was rated Requires Improvement at the same inspection. This is the domain that covers how staff treat your parent day to day: whether they are kind, unhurried, and respectful of dignity and privacy. The published inspection text is very brief and does not explain what specifically fell short. Before choosing this home, ask the manager directly what the Caring rating identified and what has changed since October 2020. The inspection is now over four years old, and a lot can change in that time, in either direction. Request a visit during a quieter period, such as a weekday morning, and observe how staff interact with residents in corridors and communal spaces.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Woodland Manor Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Woodland Manor Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where daily life feels purposeful and people genuinely thrive
Woodland Manor Care Home – Your Trusted nursing home
Families visiting Woodland Manor Care Home in Gerrards Cross often comment on how content their relatives seem — not just comfortable, but actively engaged in life. The care team here has developed a rhythm that keeps days interesting without feeling rushed, whether that's through regular cooking sessions, craft activities, or simply ensuring everyone has what they need when they need it.
Who they care for
Woodland Manor cares for adults both under and over 65, including those living with dementia.
For residents with dementia, the structured daily activities and consistent staff presence help create reassuring routines. The team's focus on individual preferences means they can adapt their approach as needs change over time.
Management & ethos
The care team pays close attention to what works for each individual, adjusting their approach based on personal preferences rather than following a one-size-fits-all routine. Staff engage naturally with residents during activities and daily care, creating an environment where people feel heard and valued. Communication with families appears thoughtful and responsive.
The home & environment
The home maintains high standards throughout, with spacious, well-decorated interiors that feel fresh and clean. The gardens provide lovely spaces for sitting outside when weather permits, with paths suitable for those who enjoy a gentle walk. Food is another strong point — meals look appetising and offer good variety, with the kitchen team clearly taking pride in presentation.
“It's the combination of purposeful activities and attentive care that seems to make the real difference here.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
