St James' Park Care Home
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 beds31
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2018-04-04
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families visiting St James' Park often comment on the warm, welcoming atmosphere they find here. The organized activities help keep residents engaged and occupied throughout the day. People describe a peaceful environment where their relatives seem comfortable and well-cared for.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness72
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare70
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2018-04-04
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
St James' Park Care Home was rated Good for Effective at its November 2024 inspection. The Effective domain covers training, care planning, healthcare access, nutritional care, and how well the home uses information to support people. The published report does not include specific detail about care plan quality, GP access arrangements, dementia training content, or how food quality and dietary needs are managed. The Good rating indicates that inspectors judged the home to be meeting expected standards in these areas.Is this home caring?
St James' Park Care Home was rated Good for Caring at its November 2024 inspection. The Caring domain covers warmth of staff interactions, respect for dignity and privacy, and how well the home supports independence. No specific inspector observations, resident quotes, or relative feedback are included in the published report. The Good rating indicates that inspectors judged the home to be meeting expected standards for kindness and respect during their visit.Is the home responsive?
St James' Park Care Home was rated Good for Responsive at its November 2024 inspection. The Responsive domain covers activities and engagement, how well the home meets individual needs and preferences, and end-of-life care planning. The published report does not include any specific information about the activity programme, how individual interests are recorded and acted on, or how the home supports people who cannot join group activities. The Good rating indicates that inspectors did not identify serious concerns in this area.Is the home well-led?
St James' Park Care Home was rated Good for Well-led at its November 2024 inspection. The registered manager is Ms Mihaela Barbulescu, and the nominated individual is Ms Anna Gretchen Selby. The home is operated by HC-One No.1 Limited, one of the larger care home operators in the UK. The published report does not include specific observations about management visibility, staff culture, governance systems, or how the home handles complaints and incidents. The Good rating indicates that inspectors judged leadership and oversight to be meeting expected standards.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
St James' Park provides specialist dementia care alongside their support for adults over and under 65. For those living with dementia, the home offers dedicated support within their warm, structured environment. The engaging activities and attentive staff help create routines that work for each individual. 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
St James' Park Care Home received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in November 2024, which is encouraging. However, because the published report text contains very little specific detail, observation, or resident testimony, most scores sit in the 65-72 range rather than higher, reflecting a genuine Good rating without the specific evidence that would move the scores into the 80s or 90s.
Homes in South West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families visiting St James' Park often comment on the warm, welcoming atmosphere they find here. The organized activities help keep residents engaged and occupied throughout the day. People describe a peaceful environment where their relatives seem comfortable and well-cared for.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff here are consistently described as friendly and approachable, making both residents and families feel comfortable. Their helpful approach comes through in everyday interactions, creating an environment where people feel they can easily communicate any concerns or needs.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering care options in the Bridport area, visiting St James' Park could help you get a real feel for their approach to care.
Worth a visit
St James' Park Care Home, on Higher Street in Bridport, was assessed in November 2024 and rated Good across all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. The home is run by HC-One No.1 Limited and is registered to care for 31 people, including adults living with dementia. A Good rating across every domain is a positive baseline and places this home among the majority of care homes that meet regulatory standards without serious concerns. The main limitation here is that the published report contains very little specific detail. There are no inspector observations, no quotes from residents or relatives, and no descriptions of daily life in the home. This means a Good rating is confirmed but the texture behind it is not visible in the published findings. On a visit, focus on the specifics that the report cannot tell you: watch how staff interact with residents in corridors and communal areas, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota, and find out what dementia-specific training staff have completed and when. The registered manager is Ms Mihaela Barbulescu; meeting her in person and asking direct questions will tell you far more than the published report can.
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In Their Own Words
How St James' Park Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where thoughtful care meets everyday warmth in coastal Dorset
Nursing home in Bridport: True Peace of Mind
When families describe the care at St James' Park Care Home in Bridport, they often mention how approachable and helpful the staff are. This care home in the heart of the South West provides support for adults over 65, those under 65 who need care, and people living with dementia. The peaceful atmosphere and comfortable surroundings create a genuinely welcoming environment.
Who they care for
St James' Park provides specialist dementia care alongside their support for adults over and under 65.
For those living with dementia, the home offers dedicated support within their warm, structured environment. The engaging activities and attentive staff help create routines that work for each individual.
“If you're considering care options in the Bridport area, visiting St James' Park could help you get a real feel for their approach to care.”
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
St James' Park Care Home received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in November 2024, which is encouraging. However, because the published report text contains very little specific detail, observation, or resident testimony, most scores sit in the 65-72 range rather than higher, reflecting a genuine Good rating without the specific evidence that would move the scores into the 80s or 90s.
Homes in South West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families visiting St James' Park often comment on the warm, welcoming atmosphere they find here. The organized activities help keep residents engaged and occupied throughout the day. People describe a peaceful environment where their relatives seem comfortable and well-cared for.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff here are consistently described as friendly and approachable, making both residents and families feel comfortable. Their helpful approach comes through in everyday interactions, creating an environment where people feel they can easily communicate any concerns or needs.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering care options in the Bridport area, visiting St James' Park could help you get a real feel for their approach to care.
Worth a visit
St James' Park Care Home, on Higher Street in Bridport, was assessed in November 2024 and rated Good across all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. The home is run by HC-One No.1 Limited and is registered to care for 31 people, including adults living with dementia. A Good rating across every domain is a positive baseline and places this home among the majority of care homes that meet regulatory standards without serious concerns. The main limitation here is that the published report contains very little specific detail. There are no inspector observations, no quotes from residents or relatives, and no descriptions of daily life in the home. This means a Good rating is confirmed but the texture behind it is not visible in the published findings. On a visit, focus on the specifics that the report cannot tell you: watch how staff interact with residents in corridors and communal areas, ask to see last week's actual staffing rota, and find out what dementia-specific training staff have completed and when. The registered manager is Ms Mihaela Barbulescu; meeting her in person and asking direct questions will tell you far more than the published report can.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how St James' Park Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How St James' Park Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where thoughtful care meets everyday warmth in coastal Dorset
Nursing home in Bridport: True Peace of Mind
When families describe the care at St James' Park Care Home in Bridport, they often mention how approachable and helpful the staff are. This care home in the heart of the South West provides support for adults over 65, those under 65 who need care, and people living with dementia. The peaceful atmosphere and comfortable surroundings create a genuinely welcoming environment.
Who they care for
St James' Park provides specialist dementia care alongside their support for adults over and under 65.
For those living with dementia, the home offers dedicated support within their warm, structured environment. The engaging activities and attentive staff help create routines that work for each individual.
Management & ethos
Staff here are consistently described as friendly and approachable, making both residents and families feel comfortable. Their helpful approach comes through in everyday interactions, creating an environment where people feel they can easily communicate any concerns or needs.
The home & environment
The food at St James' Park gets particular praise — meals are nutritious and thoughtfully prepared, with real attention to how they're presented. The home maintains high cleanliness standards throughout, something visitors regularly notice and appreciate.
“If you're considering care options in the Bridport area, visiting St James' Park could help you get a real feel for their approach to care.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
