Kingsclear
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds97
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities
- Last inspected2023-02-24
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families often mention how warm their first impressions are, with approachable staff who make new arrivals feel genuinely welcome. Many describe finding their loved ones looking relaxed and content during visits. The atmosphere strikes a balance between being homely and professional, with staff who notice the small things that matter.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness72
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare72
- Management & leadership75
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2023-02-24
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the March 2024 inspection. This covers training, care planning, healthcare access, nutrition, and how well staff understand and meet each person's needs. Dementia is listed as a specialism, which means inspectors would have considered whether staff have appropriate dementia-specific training. No specific detail about care plan content, GP access arrangements, food quality, or training records is available in the published summary.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the March 2024 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, privacy, and how well staff support independence. For a Good rating, inspectors must have observed interactions that met these standards. No specific observations, resident quotes, or examples of how staff addressed people or responded to distress are available in the published summary.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the March 2024 inspection. This covers whether the home tailors care to individual needs, provides meaningful activities, responds to complaints, and plans for end of life. No specific detail about the activity programme, individual engagement, complaints handling, or end-of-life care is available in the published summary. The home supports people with dementia and physical disabilities, for whom individually tailored engagement is particularly important.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the March 2024 inspection, and this represents an improvement from the home's previous Requires Improvement rating. The home has a named registered manager, Mr Robert John Cook, and a nominated individual, Ms Rachel Harvey, both recorded with the regulator. The home is part of Aria Healthcare Group LTD. No detail about manager visibility, staff culture, governance processes, or how the home handles complaints and feedback is available in the published summary.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Kingsclear provides specialist dementia care alongside support for adults under 65 and those with physical disabilities. They also offer respite stays for families needing temporary support. The home works with residents at different stages of dementia, adapting activities and care approaches to individual needs. They understand that dementia affects everyone differently and aim to maintain each person's dignity and engagement. 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
Kingsclear has improved from Requires Improvement to a fully Good rating across all five domains, which is a meaningful step forward. However, the published inspection text provided for this report contains limited specific detail, observations, and direct testimony, so scores reflect confirmed Good ratings rather than richly evidenced practice.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families often mention how warm their first impressions are, with approachable staff who make new arrivals feel genuinely welcome. Many describe finding their loved ones looking relaxed and content during visits. The atmosphere strikes a balance between being homely and professional, with staff who notice the small things that matter.
What inspectors have recorded
The management team makes themselves available to families, which helps when you need quick answers or reassurance. Staff show real attentiveness during visits, picking up on residents' needs and responding promptly. While some families have experienced serious concerns about nutritional support and care consistency, particularly for those with advanced dementia, the home maintains an open-door approach to communication.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering Kingsclear, visiting will give you the clearest picture of whether it feels right for your family's situation.
Worth a visit
Kingsclear, on Park Road in Camberley, was assessed in March 2024 and rated Good across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This is a genuine improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating, and represents a meaningful step forward for the 97-bed nursing home, which cares for people over and under 65, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities. The home is run by Aria Healthcare Group LTD with a named registered manager and nominated individual in post. The main limitation of this report is that the published inspection text available contains very little specific detail, direct observation, or resident and family testimony. A Good rating tells you the home met the required standard; it does not tell you how warmly staff interact with your parent, whether the food is genuinely good, or how the dementia unit is staffed at night. Before making a decision, visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota (not a template), and speak to families whose relatives already live there. Pay particular attention to night staffing numbers across all 97 beds and what the home does for residents who cannot join group activities.
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In Their Own Words
How Kingsclear describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where families find reassurance in thoughtful dementia support
Kingsclear – Your Trusted nursing home
For families navigating the complexity of dementia care, finding somewhere that truly understands can feel overwhelming. Kingsclear in Camberley offers specialised support for people living with dementia, alongside care for younger adults and those with physical disabilities. The home has built its reputation on creating a welcoming environment where residents can feel settled and families can stay connected.
Who they care for
Kingsclear provides specialist dementia care alongside support for adults under 65 and those with physical disabilities. They also offer respite stays for families needing temporary support.
The home works with residents at different stages of dementia, adapting activities and care approaches to individual needs. They understand that dementia affects everyone differently and aim to maintain each person's dignity and engagement.
“If you're considering Kingsclear, visiting will give you the clearest picture of whether it feels right for your family's situation.”
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
Kingsclear has improved from Requires Improvement to a fully Good rating across all five domains, which is a meaningful step forward. However, the published inspection text provided for this report contains limited specific detail, observations, and direct testimony, so scores reflect confirmed Good ratings rather than richly evidenced practice.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families often mention how warm their first impressions are, with approachable staff who make new arrivals feel genuinely welcome. Many describe finding their loved ones looking relaxed and content during visits. The atmosphere strikes a balance between being homely and professional, with staff who notice the small things that matter.
What inspectors have recorded
The management team makes themselves available to families, which helps when you need quick answers or reassurance. Staff show real attentiveness during visits, picking up on residents' needs and responding promptly. While some families have experienced serious concerns about nutritional support and care consistency, particularly for those with advanced dementia, the home maintains an open-door approach to communication.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering Kingsclear, visiting will give you the clearest picture of whether it feels right for your family's situation.
Worth a visit
Kingsclear, on Park Road in Camberley, was assessed in March 2024 and rated Good across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This is a genuine improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating, and represents a meaningful step forward for the 97-bed nursing home, which cares for people over and under 65, including those living with dementia and physical disabilities. The home is run by Aria Healthcare Group LTD with a named registered manager and nominated individual in post. The main limitation of this report is that the published inspection text available contains very little specific detail, direct observation, or resident and family testimony. A Good rating tells you the home met the required standard; it does not tell you how warmly staff interact with your parent, whether the food is genuinely good, or how the dementia unit is staffed at night. Before making a decision, visit in person, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota (not a template), and speak to families whose relatives already live there. Pay particular attention to night staffing numbers across all 97 beds and what the home does for residents who cannot join group activities.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Kingsclear measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Kingsclear describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where families find reassurance in thoughtful dementia support
Kingsclear – Your Trusted nursing home
For families navigating the complexity of dementia care, finding somewhere that truly understands can feel overwhelming. Kingsclear in Camberley offers specialised support for people living with dementia, alongside care for younger adults and those with physical disabilities. The home has built its reputation on creating a welcoming environment where residents can feel settled and families can stay connected.
Who they care for
Kingsclear provides specialist dementia care alongside support for adults under 65 and those with physical disabilities. They also offer respite stays for families needing temporary support.
The home works with residents at different stages of dementia, adapting activities and care approaches to individual needs. They understand that dementia affects everyone differently and aim to maintain each person's dignity and engagement.
Management & ethos
The management team makes themselves available to families, which helps when you need quick answers or reassurance. Staff show real attentiveness during visits, picking up on residents' needs and responding promptly. While some families have experienced serious concerns about nutritional support and care consistency, particularly for those with advanced dementia, the home maintains an open-door approach to communication.
The home & environment
The home keeps its spaces spotless and pleasant, something visitors regularly appreciate. There's a packed calendar of activities — from pet therapy visits to craft sessions and outings — designed to engage people with different interests and abilities. The variety helps residents stay active and connected in ways that work for them.
“If you're considering Kingsclear, visiting will give you the clearest picture of whether it feels right for your family's situation.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
