What is the CQC rating for Prince of Wales House?

Prince of Wales House is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), England's independent regulator of health and social care. The most recent inspection was on 28 November 2023. Source: CQC inspection report (https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-121065943).

Does Prince of Wales House accept NHS or local authority funding?

Prince of Wales House accepts self-funding, local authority funded, and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/social-care-and-support-guide/money-work-and-benefits/nhs-continuing-healthcare/).

Does Prince of Wales House provide dementia care?

Prince of Wales House specialises in dementia care. This includes Alzheimer's disease support. The home is CQC-registered for this specialism (https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-121065943).

How many beds does Prince of Wales House have?

Prince of Wales House has 49 registered beds. The home provides residential care without nursing. Source: CQC registration data (https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-121065943).

What do residents say about Prince of Wales House?

Prince of Wales House has a 3.6 out of 5 rating based on 13 independent reviews.

Is Prince of Wales House safe?

Prince of Wales House is rated "Good" for Safety by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). No enforcement actions are currently recorded. Source: CQC inspection report (https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-121065943).

Who owns Prince of Wales House?

Prince of Wales House is operated by THE PARTNERSHIP IN CARE LIMITED (Companies House number: 02048736). Ownership type: independent.

Has Prince of Wales House had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against Prince of Wales House by the CQC. Source: CQC registration data (https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-121065943).

Prince of Wales House

Prince of Wales House is a residential care home in Ipswich with Outstanding CQC rating and Positive themes outweigh watchouts. The main concern is High public financial risk and Inspection is over two years old. Use this page to compare it carefully against stronger alternatives before treating it as a default shortlist choice.

Rated: OutstandingResidential Home · 49 beds

3.6Public review patterns across multiple sources

Inspection is over two years oldHigh public financial riskWeaker public review scoreDementia support

Page refreshed June 2026 · inspection, finance, and review sources update on different schedules

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by The Partnership In Care LimitedPart of -

Est. 1994Registered Feb 2011

Beds49

TypeResidential Home

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Local AuthoritySuffolk

Purpose BuiltYes

Ensuite16%

Built from official inspection records, public financial filings, public review data, and food hygiene records — so you are not relying on a paid listing or broker recommendation alone.

IndependentNo broker feesNo pressure calls

Should this home stay on your shortlist?

Prince of Wales House is better treated as a comparison point than a default choice until the main concerns are explained clearly.

Why shortlist

Outstanding CQC rating
Positive themes outweigh watchouts
Dementia support

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High public financial risk
Weaker public review score
Inspection is over two years old

Best fit if you need

Dementia support
Wheelchair access
Secure garden or unit

Quality

Rated Outstanding · last inspected over two years ago

Costs

See Costs & Funding section below

Availability

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Location

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Financial Watchlist

High public financial risk in the latest company records

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About Prince of Wales House

Prince of Wales Residential Home in Ipswich provides high-quality residential and dementia care for up to 49 residents. The home features a focus on homely environments, person-centered support, and engaging activities, set within beautiful gardens.

Description source: Official registration profile

Care & Medical

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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Residential Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia

Adults 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's

Parkinson's

Stroke

Brain Injury

COPD

Palliative Care

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Additional Conditions & Support

Additional support for

End-of-Life Care

Additional Conditions & Support

Additional support for

End-of-Life Care

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Care Fit at a Glance

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How well this home matches common care needs — based on registration data and services offered.

Likely a good fit if you need

Dementia support
Wheelchair access
Secure garden/area
Palliative or end-of-life support

Important questions before deciding

1How do you support residents who wander or become distressed?
2How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
3How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?

Staffing

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What public sources tell us about staffing levels and employee experience.

✗Registered Nurse on Duty 24/7

Registered Manager

Annalies Claire Gaskell

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Activities & Social Life

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Social life, outings, and engagement programmes based on available information.

2 activities listed

Individual and group options available

Music & Singing

Exercise Classes

✓One-to-one activity sessions

✓Organised group activities

Dining & Nutrition

4 dining services listed

Key nutrition points first

Dining Services

Professional Chef On-Site

Freshly Cooked Meals

Choice of Menu

Special Occasion Meals

4/5

Food Hygiene Rating(inspected February 2026)

Hygiene:0/5

Structural:10/5

Management:5/5

Facilities & Features

4 feature groups available

Essential features shown first

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Lift

Rooms

Ensuite

Single Rooms

Own Furniture

TV in Rooms

Safety & Security

Secure Garden

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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden

WiFi

TV Lounge

Minibus

Pets Allowed

Safety & Quality

Prince of Wales House: CQC Rating & Safety

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Quality Snapshot

Source: Official inspections · Last inspected over two years ago

Current inspection ratings and how they compare to previous assessments.

→ Stable trend

Outstanding for 2 years

Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe— Are people protected from harm?

Good

Effective— Does care achieve good outcomes?

Good

Caring— Are staff kind and respectful?

Outstanding

Responsive— Does care meet individual needs?

Outstanding

Well-Led— Is the home well managed?

Good

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Last Inspection

Last inspected over two years ago

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Inspection overdue · Expected May 2026, now 27 months past due.What does an overdue inspection mean? →

Registered Manager

Annalies Claire Gaskell

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Financial Health

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Source: Public financial records

Based on accounts filed Mar 2025

Financial Watchlist

High Public Financial Risk

Public financial records found

Company status: Active

Latest accounts filed Mar 2025

Trading since 1986 (39 years)

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Costs & Funding

Prince of Wales House: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Costs & Funding

Source: Registration records

Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.

How care at this home can be funded

Self-Funding

You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.

Local Authority

Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.

NHS Continuing Healthcare

The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.

Family Top-Up

The council pays a set rate and your family pays the difference to cover a higher-cost home.

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Costs & Funding

Source: Registration records

Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.

How care at this home can be funded

Self-Funding

You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.

Local Authority

Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.

NHS Continuing Healthcare

The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.

Family Top-Up

The council pays a set rate and your family pays the difference to cover a higher-cost home.

Not sure how you'd pay for care?

This home accepts council and NHS funding. Our Funding Guide gives a screening indication for NHS-funded care, council support and Deferred Payment Agreements.

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Family Feviews

Prince of Wales House Reviews — What Families Say

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What Families Say

We read every public review families have left about this home — across Google, care directories, and independent platforms — to find the patterns a star rating cannot show.

Based on 13 family reviews.

3.6

Based on 13 family reviews

POSITIVE

Coverage: Limited

What Families Say

Public feedback is still limited for this home. We show early patterns below to support your visit planning.

Staff Feedback

Positive

Staff mentioned in 4reviews — Families consistently praise the caring and attentive staff

How Families Rate This Home

Based on 77 detailed ratings across 11 aspects

Rooms

4.57

Rooms

4.57

Activities

4.71

Activities

4.71

Value for Money

4.71

Value for Money

4.71

Facilities

4.71

Facilities

4.71

Staff

4.86

Staff

4.86

Safety

4.86

Safety

4.86

Care & Support

5.00

Care & Support

5.00

Food & Drink

5.00

Food & Drink

5.00

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Families value most

Most frequent family priorities:

genuine kindness and patience (Medium impact · 7 mentions)
dignity and respect for residents (Medium impact · 6 mentions)
homely, welcoming atmosphere (Medium impact · 5 mentions)
involvement in daily activities (Medium impact · 5 mentions)

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homely, welcoming atmosphere (Medium impact · 5 mentions)
involvement in daily activities (Medium impact · 5 mentions)

Questions to ask on your visit

Ask how staff ensure residents' dignity and choice day-to-day.
Observe how quickly staff respond to the door and visitors.
Speak to the manager about how concerns or complaints are handled.

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Signals to review before deciding

Potential risk signals to validate during your visit:

lack of management response to complaints (1 mention)
Medium priority
delays in responding to visitors at entrance (1 mention)
Lower priority

What Families Are Saying

“Mum settled instantly and loved the homely atmosphere where the staff had endless patience and kindness.”

— Family member

“All the staff are kind and caring, following the example of the excellent manager.”

— Family member

Rating Trends Over Time

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Who this home may suit

Families seeking a warm, homely setting for relatives with dementia.
Those valuing consistent, long-term staff and personalised care.
Relatives who appreciate open communication with management.

Decision gaps before shortlisting

How management handles complaints or negative feedback
No evidence of management responding to negative reviews; unclear if concerns are addressed.
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Response times for urgent needs (not just visitors)
Only one mention of visitor delays; unclear if this extends to resident care.
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Most-mentioned positives

Common positive phrases seen across family feedback:

staff treat residents like family · 5 mentions

consistent, individualised care · 4 mentions

supportive of relatives during visits · 3 mentions

Signals to check on visit

Repeated concern phrases and risk checks:

lack of management response to complaints · 1 mention

delays in responding to visitors at entrance · 1 mention

In families' own words

“Mum settled instantly and loved the homely atmosphere where the staff had endless patience and kindness.”
Family review

“All the staff are kind and caring, following the example of the excellent manager.”
Family review

Staff perspective

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Family Feviews

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Location & Practical

Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?

Travel time, nearby GP services, and neighbourhood safety — so the whole family can visit comfortably.

Practical Information

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible entrance

Contact & Directions

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Location & Neighbourhood

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18, Prince of Wales Drive, Prince of Wales Drive, Ipswich, IP2 8PY

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Nearby Amenities

Bus Stops (500m)

10 stops

Nearest Train Station

900m

Neighbourhood

Overall Neighbourhood Score

51/100

Nearest green space

137m away

Transport access

8/10

Local amenities

3/10

Next Steps

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Common Questions About Prince of Wales House

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Questions this page raises about Prince of Wales House

1Ask how staff ensure residents' dignity and choice day-to-day.
2What has changed since the last inspection, and what would look different if the home were inspected again now?
3How do you support residents who wander or become distressed in practice?
4Observe how quickly staff respond to the door and visitors.

Is the latest inspection report visible in reception?
Confirms transparency on current quality.
What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?
Shows whether support is consistent around the clock.
How are families updated when needs change?
Communication is usually a top concern for relatives.
Can we see an example care plan review timeline?
Helps confirm how quickly the team adapts care.
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What this page cannot tell you

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Public warning signs are already visible

We can already see early warning signals in public data. The full report shows whether they are isolated issues or part of a wider pattern across finances, reviews, and operations.

What public data can confirm

Current CQC status: Outstanding
Public review pattern across available sources
Public financial risk signals from company records

What only a visit can reveal

Whether the public inspection picture is still fully up to date
How representative the current review picture really is
How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
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What you can already see on this page

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