Iris Hayter House

Oxford · OX4 4XL

Care type
Residential Care Home
Indicative weekly fees
From £1,675/week
Inspection rating
GoodRating published Apr 2021
Capacity
13 beds
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What to know before your visit

Iris Hayter House is listed as a residential care home. The published inspection rating is Good (Apr 2021).

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What stands out

  • Good inspection rating
  • Mental health support
  • Public funding routes appear accepted

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  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
  • How consistent staffing feels in person from shift to shift
More facility details
Registered provider
Response Organisation
Provider group
-
Local authority
Oxfordshire
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Iris Hayter House Inspection Rating & History

The published overall inspection rating is Good. Review the dates and any findings below; a data review is not a new inspection.

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Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Good
Well-Led
Good
Inspection record date
Inspection record review · Jul 2023

Routine inspection: Apr 2021

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Registered Manager
Grace Margaret Harrold
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Published care capabilities

Listed support includes mental health support. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Mental health support
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Residential Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Mental health
Adults aged 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis
Diabetes
Depression
Anxiety
Schizophrenia

Staffing

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Available information about staffing arrangements. Family descriptions of staff appear in the family experiences section; they are not verified staffing levels.

Registered Manager
Grace Margaret Harrold

Iris Hayter House: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

From £1,675/week

From ≈ £7,283 per month (estimate)

Monthly estimate uses an average of 4.348 weeks per month.

You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.

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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

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for Iris Hayter House, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

Iris Hayter House is a residential care home in Oxford, South East, operated by Response Organisation since 2011. The home has 13 beds and is an inspection rating of Good.

Contact & location

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Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Location & Neighbourhood

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43 Sandford Road, Littlemore, Oxford, OX4 4XL

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Nearby Amenities

Nearest GP
1.1 km
Nearest Pharmacy
1.1 km
Bus Stops (500m)
6 stops

Neighbourhood

Distances and local context help you plan visits. They do not establish how suitable the setting is for an individual resident. Deprivation deciles describe the area: 1 is most deprived and 10 least deprived; they do not assess the home or its care.

Nearest green space

116m away

Daily Life

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Dining & Nutrition

Nutrition details available

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Dietary Options

Diabetic
4/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected January 2022)
Food handling:Very good
Premises condition:Good
Food safety management:Generally satisfactory
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Facilities & Features

2 feature groups available

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Rooms

Single Rooms
Double Rooms
Couples Rooms
Own Furniture

Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
TV Lounge
Minibus

Provider Records

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Next Steps

Is Iris Hayter House a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Iris Hayter House

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  1. What actions followed the inspection report, and can you show examples?

  2. What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?

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  3. How are families updated when needs change?

  4. How often is the care plan reviewed, and who is involved?

  5. May we speak with a current resident family member?

Common Questions About Iris Hayter House

What does the inspection rating for Iris Hayter House show?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

Is Iris Hayter House a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023. No current enforcement actions are recorded. The safest next step is to compare these signals with your visit questions and care needs.

How much does Iris Hayter House cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at Iris Hayter House: From £1,675/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does Iris Hayter House accept NHS or local authority funding?

Iris Hayter House accepts self-funding and local authority funded residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

Is Iris Hayter House a nursing home or a residential care home?

Iris Hayter House is registered as a residential care home. Personal care is the listed service. Ask how visiting clinicians and overnight clinical needs are supported.

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How many beds does Iris Hayter House have?

Iris Hayter House has 13 registered beds. Personal care is the listed service.

Is Iris Hayter House safe?

The published inspection Safety rating for Iris Hayter House is "Good". No enforcement actions are currently recorded.

Who operates Iris Hayter House?

Iris Hayter House is operated by RESPONSE ORGANISATION (Company registration number: 04781936).

Has Iris Hayter House had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against Iris Hayter House in the inspection history.

What do public company records show about Iris Hayter House's provider?

Iris Hayter House's provider public-record check is: Records reviewed. No material provider-record points to clarify were found in the public records reviewed. The company accounts record is dated 31 March 2025. This is not a credit rating, solvency assessment or prediction about the home.

What continuity questions should families ask Iris Hayter House?

Ask Iris Hayter House how care is kept consistent when staffing or residents' needs change, how families are informed about management changes, and what the contract says about notice periods and deposits. Discuss these points with the manager during your visit and ask for key commitments in writing.

What should I compare before choosing Iris Hayter House?

Before choosing Iris Hayter House, compare published inspection overall, Safe, and Well-Led ratings with their inspection history, family review volume and repeated themes, published weekly fees and what is included, funding routes accepted by the home, and the operator’s public company records. Compare these points with other care homes in Oxford to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

Is Iris Hayter House's inspection rating improving or declining?

The inspection history suggests Iris Hayter House's inspection position is improving. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

What is Iris Hayter House's food hygiene rating?

Iris Hayter House currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 4 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 25 January 2022.

What questions should I ask when visiting Iris Hayter House?

When visiting Iris Hayter House, start by asking the team to ask to see the latest inspection report and what has changed since it, ask how staffing levels work on day and night shifts, and ask how families are updated when needs change. These questions help you test whether the public picture on this page still matches day-to-day reality inside the home.

What does our visit checklist include for Iris Hayter House?

Our visit checklist for Iris Hayter House starts with the basics families often miss: the latest inspection report, staffing levels across day and night shifts, how the team updates relatives when needs change, and how care plans are reviewed in practice. On RightCareHome, the page-level checklist is then extended with personalised follow-up questions based on the home’s inspection, review, provider-record and practical signals.

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  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
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  • Whether staffing continuity feels stable on the floor

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