Springview Care Home
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 beds59
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2023-01-14
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 the thoughtful activities that punctuate the weeks — from seasonal celebrations to daily programmes that give structure and purpose. Several families mention how these events seem genuinely well-planned rather than thrown together, creating moments of joy and engagement throughout the year.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare70
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2023-01-14
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
Springview was rated Good for Effective at its September 2022 inspection. This domain covers care planning, dementia training, nutrition, and healthcare access including GP involvement. The home lists dementia as a specialism. The published inspection text does not include specific detail about training content, care plan quality, food provision, or how health needs are monitored and escalated.Is this home caring?
Springview was rated Good for Caring at its September 2022 inspection. This domain covers how staff treat the people who live there, including warmth, dignity, respect, and support for independence. The published inspection text does not include specific inspector observations, resident feedback, or examples of caring interactions. No quotes from residents or relatives recorded during the inspection are available in the published report.Is the home responsive?
Springview was rated Good for Responsive at its September 2022 inspection. This domain covers how well the home tailors care to individual needs, including activities, engagement, and end-of-life planning. The published inspection text does not include specific detail about the activity programme, individual engagement, or how the home responds to complaints and changing needs.Is the home well-led?
Springview was rated Good for Well-led at its September 2022 inspection. A named registered manager, Mrs Graca Maria Ramalho, is confirmed as in post, and Dr Robin Powell is the nominated individual providing organisational oversight. The Well-led domain covers management culture, governance, staff empowerment, and accountability. The published inspection text does not include specific detail about how long the manager has been in post, staff satisfaction, or how the home monitors and improves quality.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for older adults. They've successfully helped at least one resident transition from respite care into a permanent arrangement. For those living with dementia, the stability of long-serving staff members can be especially valuable, providing familiar faces and consistent routines. The home's structured activity programme also helps create predictable patterns through the day. 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
Springview received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in September 2022, which is a positive baseline. However, the published inspection text provided for this report contains very limited specific detail, meaning scores reflect the Good rating rather than direct evidence of observed practice.
Homes in London typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
People talk about the thoughtful activities that punctuate the weeks — from seasonal celebrations to daily programmes that give structure and purpose. Several families mention how these events seem genuinely well-planned rather than thrown together, creating moments of joy and engagement throughout the year.
What inspectors have recorded
The care team draws particular praise for their attentive approach to residents' daily needs, with several accounts describing genuinely caring support. However, some families have found it challenging to discuss financial matters with management, particularly when fees have increased significantly.
How it sits against good practice
The enduring presence of dedicated care staff speaks to something important happening here, even as families navigate the practical realities of care home life.
Worth a visit
Springview, at 8-10 Crescent Road in Enfield, was rated Good across all five inspection domains following an inspection in September 2022, with the report published in January 2023. The home is registered to provide care for adults over 65, including people living with dementia, and has 59 beds. A named registered manager is confirmed as in post, which is a positive sign of stable leadership. The organisation running the home, Springdene Nursing and Care Homes Limited, also has a named nominated individual providing oversight. The main limitation of this Family View is that the published inspection text contains very little specific detail about what inspectors actually observed. A Good rating tells you that inspectors found no significant concerns, but it does not tell you what the food tastes like, how staff speak to your parent in the corridor, or whether someone will sit with your dad one-to-one on a quiet afternoon. On a visit, ask the manager to show you last week's actual staffing rota (not a template) so you can see how many permanent staff versus agency staff were on duty, particularly overnight. Ask specifically what dementia training staff have completed and when, and request to see the activity schedule for the current week alongside the record of what actually took place.
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In Their Own Words
How Springview Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Stable, caring team brings seasonal joy to Enfield residents
Compassionate Care in Enfield at Springview
Families describe a sense of relief when they see the same familiar faces caring for their loved ones month after month at Springview in Enfield. The home's long-serving team creates a reassuring rhythm of care, with seasonal events and structured activities woven through the days. While some have raised concerns about rising costs and getting clear answers from management, the consistency of the care team remains a cornerstone of life here.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for older adults. They've successfully helped at least one resident transition from respite care into a permanent arrangement.
For those living with dementia, the stability of long-serving staff members can be especially valuable, providing familiar faces and consistent routines. The home's structured activity programme also helps create predictable patterns through the day.
“The enduring presence of dedicated care staff speaks to something important happening here, even as families navigate the practical realities of care home life.”
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
Springview received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in September 2022, which is a positive baseline. However, the published inspection text provided for this report contains very limited specific detail, meaning scores reflect the Good rating rather than direct evidence of observed practice.
Homes in London typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
People talk about the thoughtful activities that punctuate the weeks — from seasonal celebrations to daily programmes that give structure and purpose. Several families mention how these events seem genuinely well-planned rather than thrown together, creating moments of joy and engagement throughout the year.
What inspectors have recorded
The care team draws particular praise for their attentive approach to residents' daily needs, with several accounts describing genuinely caring support. However, some families have found it challenging to discuss financial matters with management, particularly when fees have increased significantly.
How it sits against good practice
The enduring presence of dedicated care staff speaks to something important happening here, even as families navigate the practical realities of care home life.
Worth a visit
Springview, at 8-10 Crescent Road in Enfield, was rated Good across all five inspection domains following an inspection in September 2022, with the report published in January 2023. The home is registered to provide care for adults over 65, including people living with dementia, and has 59 beds. A named registered manager is confirmed as in post, which is a positive sign of stable leadership. The organisation running the home, Springdene Nursing and Care Homes Limited, also has a named nominated individual providing oversight. The main limitation of this Family View is that the published inspection text contains very little specific detail about what inspectors actually observed. A Good rating tells you that inspectors found no significant concerns, but it does not tell you what the food tastes like, how staff speak to your parent in the corridor, or whether someone will sit with your dad one-to-one on a quiet afternoon. On a visit, ask the manager to show you last week's actual staffing rota (not a template) so you can see how many permanent staff versus agency staff were on duty, particularly overnight. Ask specifically what dementia training staff have completed and when, and request to see the activity schedule for the current week alongside the record of what actually took place.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Springview Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Springview Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Stable, caring team brings seasonal joy to Enfield residents
Compassionate Care in Enfield at Springview
Families describe a sense of relief when they see the same familiar faces caring for their loved ones month after month at Springview in Enfield. The home's long-serving team creates a reassuring rhythm of care, with seasonal events and structured activities woven through the days. While some have raised concerns about rising costs and getting clear answers from management, the consistency of the care team remains a cornerstone of life here.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for older adults. They've successfully helped at least one resident transition from respite care into a permanent arrangement.
For those living with dementia, the stability of long-serving staff members can be especially valuable, providing familiar faces and consistent routines. The home's structured activity programme also helps create predictable patterns through the day.
Management & ethos
The care team draws particular praise for their attentive approach to residents' daily needs, with several accounts describing genuinely caring support. However, some families have found it challenging to discuss financial matters with management, particularly when fees have increased significantly.
“The enduring presence of dedicated care staff speaks to something important happening here, even as families navigate the practical realities of care home life.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
