UK care homes achieve top ratings

In late July 2026, several UK care homes received strong assessments. Royal Windsor Care Home in Grantham earned a Good rating across all CQC inspection areas, praised for its caring culture, leadership and infection‑prevention measures. Catherine Tam Agency’s supported‑living and home‑care services in Nottingham achieved an Outstanding rating in their first CQC inspection, noted for inclusive, independent support and positive feedback from health‑care partners. A sector‑wide analysis of verified online reviews showed that nearly two‑thirds of UK care homes scored 9.0 or higher out of 10 over the previous five years, with staff receiving the highest ratings, while value for money, activities and food lagged behind and average weekly residential‑care costs rose about 10%.

A week later, early August 2026, further homes were highlighted for exceptional standards. Two Rotherham facilities, Moorgate Hollow and Moorgate Croft, part of the Moorgate Care Village, received certificates from Care Inspections UK after a UKAS‑accredited inspection, confirming compliance with legislation and British Standard BS 8606:2019 and emphasizing continuous improvement and person‑centred care. In South London, Devonshire Dementia Care Home in New Malden was upgraded by the CQC from “good” to “outstanding”, with inspectors citing health improvements such as better mobility, nutrition, reduced urinary‑tract infections and falls, linked to robust hydration programmes and motion‑sensor technology. Both reports underscore a trend of UK care homes attaining higher quality ratings and adopting innovative practices to enhance resident wellbeing.