Kingfisher Court care home, Sutton-in-Ashfield
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 beds66
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2023-07-21
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Relatives talk about the difference they've witnessed in their loved ones since moving in. People who were hesitant about entering care have settled well, with families noticing improved mood and renewed confidence. The regular programme of morning and afternoon activities, plus visiting entertainers, seems to play a big part in helping residents feel engaged and valued.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness72
- Activities & engagement68
- Food quality68
- Healthcare70
- Management & leadership73
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2023-07-21
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
Kingfisher Court was rated Good for effectiveness at its May 2023 inspection. This domain covers training, care planning, nutrition and hydration, and access to healthcare. The home specialises in dementia care, which implies training requirements in this area, but the published summary does not describe the content or frequency of dementia-specific training. Similarly, no detail is provided about how care plans are written, reviewed, or whether families are involved in the process.Is this home caring?
Kingfisher Court was rated Good for caring at its May 2023 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and whether people are supported to maintain their independence. The published text does not include direct inspector observations of staff interactions, resident testimony, or specific examples of how the home upholds dignity in practice. A Good rating means inspectors did not find cause for concern, but the supporting detail is not available in the published summary.Is the home responsive?
Kingfisher Court was rated Good for responsiveness at its May 2023 inspection. This domain covers activities and engagement, how well the home responds to individual needs and preferences, and end-of-life planning. The published text does not describe the activities programme, whether one-to-one engagement is available for residents with more advanced dementia, or how the home tailors its approach to individual interests and histories.Is the home well-led?
Kingfisher Court was rated Good for being well-led at its May 2023 inspection. A named registered manager, Gaynor Heather Smart-McCann, and a nominated individual, Daniel Ryan, are confirmed in post. The home is operated by Anchor Hanover Group, one of the larger national providers. The published inspection text does not describe how long the current manager has been in post, whether staff feel able to raise concerns, or how the home uses feedback from residents and families to improve its care.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Kingfisher Court provides specialist dementia care as well as general support for people over 65. The home focuses on creating an environment where residents with different care needs can thrive. For residents living with dementia, the structured routine of activities and entertainment appears particularly beneficial. The staff's approachable nature helps create the kind of consistent, reassuring environment that supports people through the challenges of memory loss. 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
Kingfisher Court was rated Good across all five inspection domains in May 2023, which is a positive baseline. However, the published inspection text provides very limited specific detail, so scores reflect a Good rating with general rather than evidenced confidence.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Relatives talk about the difference they've witnessed in their loved ones since moving in. People who were hesitant about entering care have settled well, with families noticing improved mood and renewed confidence. The regular programme of morning and afternoon activities, plus visiting entertainers, seems to play a big part in helping residents feel engaged and valued.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff come across as genuinely approachable and responsive to both residents and their families. People mention the friendly, helpful approach that makes a real difference when you're navigating care decisions. The team's willingness to assist seems to create an atmosphere where families feel properly supported.
How it sits against good practice
Sometimes the best measure of a care home is seeing someone you love smile again. That's what families at Kingfisher Court seem to value most.
Worth a visit
Kingfisher Court, on Kingfisher Way in Sutton-in-Ashfield, was rated Good across all five inspection domains following an inspection in May 2023. The home is run by Anchor Hanover Group, a large national provider, and has a named registered manager in post. With 66 beds and a specialism in dementia care for adults over 65, it covers the core needs most families are looking for. The main limitation of this report is that the published inspection text is very brief, providing ratings without the specific observations, quotes, or detailed findings that would allow a confident, evidence-based assessment of day-to-day life for your mum or dad. A Good rating is a meaningful baseline, but it does not tell you how staff speak to your parent at 7am, what the food is like on a Tuesday, or how many people are on the dementia unit overnight. Visit in person, ideally unannounced or at a quieter time of day, and use the checklist questions below to fill the gaps the inspection report leaves open.
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In Their Own Words
How Kingfisher Court care home, Sutton-in-Ashfield describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where residents rediscover confidence and families find genuine reassurance
Compassionate Care in Sutton-in-ashfield at Kingfisher Court
When someone you love needs care, watching them flourish again feels like everything. At Kingfisher Court in Sutton-in-Ashfield, families describe seeing real transformations — residents who were initially reluctant about care becoming noticeably happier, more confident, and secure in their new surroundings. The home specialises in dementia care alongside general support for older adults.
Who they care for
Kingfisher Court provides specialist dementia care as well as general support for people over 65. The home focuses on creating an environment where residents with different care needs can thrive.
For residents living with dementia, the structured routine of activities and entertainment appears particularly beneficial. The staff's approachable nature helps create the kind of consistent, reassuring environment that supports people through the challenges of memory loss.
“Sometimes the best measure of a care home is seeing someone you love smile again. That's what families at Kingfisher Court seem to value most.”
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
Kingfisher Court was rated Good across all five inspection domains in May 2023, which is a positive baseline. However, the published inspection text provides very limited specific detail, so scores reflect a Good rating with general rather than evidenced confidence.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Relatives talk about the difference they've witnessed in their loved ones since moving in. People who were hesitant about entering care have settled well, with families noticing improved mood and renewed confidence. The regular programme of morning and afternoon activities, plus visiting entertainers, seems to play a big part in helping residents feel engaged and valued.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff come across as genuinely approachable and responsive to both residents and their families. People mention the friendly, helpful approach that makes a real difference when you're navigating care decisions. The team's willingness to assist seems to create an atmosphere where families feel properly supported.
How it sits against good practice
Sometimes the best measure of a care home is seeing someone you love smile again. That's what families at Kingfisher Court seem to value most.
Worth a visit
Kingfisher Court, on Kingfisher Way in Sutton-in-Ashfield, was rated Good across all five inspection domains following an inspection in May 2023. The home is run by Anchor Hanover Group, a large national provider, and has a named registered manager in post. With 66 beds and a specialism in dementia care for adults over 65, it covers the core needs most families are looking for. The main limitation of this report is that the published inspection text is very brief, providing ratings without the specific observations, quotes, or detailed findings that would allow a confident, evidence-based assessment of day-to-day life for your mum or dad. A Good rating is a meaningful baseline, but it does not tell you how staff speak to your parent at 7am, what the food is like on a Tuesday, or how many people are on the dementia unit overnight. Visit in person, ideally unannounced or at a quieter time of day, and use the checklist questions below to fill the gaps the inspection report leaves open.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Kingfisher Court care home, Sutton-in-Ashfield measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Kingfisher Court care home, Sutton-in-Ashfield describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where residents rediscover confidence and families find genuine reassurance
Compassionate Care in Sutton-in-ashfield at Kingfisher Court
When someone you love needs care, watching them flourish again feels like everything. At Kingfisher Court in Sutton-in-Ashfield, families describe seeing real transformations — residents who were initially reluctant about care becoming noticeably happier, more confident, and secure in their new surroundings. The home specialises in dementia care alongside general support for older adults.
Who they care for
Kingfisher Court provides specialist dementia care as well as general support for people over 65. The home focuses on creating an environment where residents with different care needs can thrive.
For residents living with dementia, the structured routine of activities and entertainment appears particularly beneficial. The staff's approachable nature helps create the kind of consistent, reassuring environment that supports people through the challenges of memory loss.
Management & ethos
Staff come across as genuinely approachable and responsive to both residents and their families. People mention the friendly, helpful approach that makes a real difference when you're navigating care decisions. The team's willingness to assist seems to create an atmosphere where families feel properly supported.
The home & environment
The home maintains high standards of cleanliness throughout, something families consistently appreciate. When birthdays and special occasions come around, the team helps arrange proper celebrations with catering, making it easy for families to mark important moments together.
“Sometimes the best measure of a care home is seeing someone you love smile again. That's what families at Kingfisher Court seem to value most.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
