Ancasta Grove

Southampton · SO31 7BH

Care type
Nursing Home
Indicative weekly fees
From £1,756/week
Inspection rating
GoodRating published Dec 2022
Capacity
75 beds
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RightCareHome analysisDecision snapshot

What the evidence shows

Ancasta Grove is listed as a nursing home. The published inspection rating is Good (Dec 2022). Family feedback highlights staff warmth and attentiveness. This topic appears in family feedback. Ask the home to explain its approach and compare it with the inspection findings.

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What stands out

  • Good inspection rating
  • Family feedback highlights staff warmth and attentiveness
  • Dementia support

Points to explore

  • Family feedback: limited engagement for less mobile residents
  • Family experiences differ on care for complex needs

What we cannot confirm

  • Dementia support is listed, but a secure unit and wandering support are not confirmed. Discuss wandering or distress support.

Checks for any home

  • Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
More facility details
Registered provider
Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd
Provider group
BRAND Care UK
Local authority
Hampshire
Purpose built
Yes
Ensuite rooms
100%
Floors
3
Opened
2021
Nursing cover
Registered nurse shown 24/7

Provider network: 113 homes; 84% rated Good or better (13 Outstanding, 82 Good, 11 Requires Improvement).

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Ancasta Grove 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 report published · Dec 2022
Registered Manager
Audrey Chiduku
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RightCareHome analysisCare fit

Published care capabilities

Listed support includes dementia support, physical disability support, nursing care. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Dementia support
  • Physical disability support
  • Nursing care
  • 24/7 nurse cover
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Important limitations

  • Dementia support is listed, but a secure unit and wandering support are not confirmed. Discuss wandering or distress support.
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Nursing Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia
Physical disability
Adults aged 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Parkinson's
Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis
Cancer
Palliative Care
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Additional Condition Support

Additional support for

Speech/Communication
End-of-Life Care

Staffing

RightCareHome analysisStaffing evidence

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

Staff-to-Resident Ratio
Calculated using a dependency tool based on resident care needs; varies from suite to suite.
Round-the-clock nurse cover is listed. Confirm the current on-site arrangements for individual needs.
Specialist Staff
Physiotherapist
Registered Manager
Audrey Chiduku

Medication Support

Medication Administration
Full Medication Management

Ancasta Grove: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

From £1,756/week

From ≈ £7,635 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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Published fee notes

Operator tariffs checked on 22 September 2026. Residential care: from £1,756 per week. The quote depends on the room and assessed care needs; contact the home for a personalised quote. Four weeks are payable in advance. Later payments are made monthly in advance. A deposit equal to two weeks of fees is held during residency; ask for the refund conditions.

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.

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Family Reviews

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for Ancasta Grove, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

Ancasta Grove is a care home with nursing in Southampton, South East, operated by Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd since 2021. The home has 75 beds and is an inspection rating of Good. The home specialises in dementia care, including support for Alzheimer's. Qualified nursing staff are on-site 24 hours.

Gold Standards Framework

Contact & location

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

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Location & Neighbourhood

RightCareHome analysisNeighbourhood

123 Barnes Lane, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, SO31 7BH

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Nearby Amenities

Nearest Hospital
1.0 km
Nearest GP
1.1 km
Nearest Pharmacy
1.3 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

415m away

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

4 dining services listed

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Dining Services

Professional Chef On-Site
Freshly Cooked Meals
Special Occasion Meals
Communal Dining Room

Dietary Options

Pureed
5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected January 2025)
Food handling:Very good
Premises condition:Good
Food safety management:Good
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Activities & Social Life

RightCareHome analysisDaily-life evidence

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

8 activities listed

Individual and group options available
Arts & Crafts
Music & Singing
Exercise Classes
Gardening
Games & Quizzes
Reminiscence
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Pet Therapy
Religious Services
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✓One-to-one activity sessions
✓Organised group activities

Facilities & Features

5 feature groups available

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Accessibility Features

Lift
Stairlift

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms

Safety & Security

Emergency Lighting
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Library
Hairdresser
Cafe
Bar
Cinema
Minibus

Medical & Therapy

Physiotherapy Room

Provider Records

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Next Steps

Is Ancasta Grove a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Ancasta Grove

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  1. Can you show examples of activities adapted to individual residents' preferences?

  2. How do you support residents who wander or become distressed in practice?

  3. Ask how residents with limited mobility are included in daily activities.

  4. Request examples of how care is personalised for dementia or higher needs.

Also ask about everyday care

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

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

    Ask whether these numbers include agency staff.

  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 Ancasta Grove

What does the inspection rating for Ancasta Grove show?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection report was published on 17 December 2022.

Is Ancasta Grove a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection report was published on 17 December 2022. Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 5.0 out of 5. 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 Ancasta Grove cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at Ancasta Grove: From £1,756/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does Ancasta Grove accept NHS or local authority funding?

Ancasta Grove accepts self-funding, local authority funded, and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

Is Ancasta Grove a nursing home or a residential care home?

Ancasta Grove is registered as a nursing home. This means the home provides nursing care alongside personal care support. Round-the-clock nurse cover is listed. Confirm the current on-site arrangements for individual needs.

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Does Ancasta Grove provide dementia care?

Ancasta Grove specialises in dementia care. This includes Alzheimer's disease support. The home is registered for this specialism.

How do we score dementia-specialist homes differently?

We do not treat the phrase 'dementia care' on its own as proof of quality. On RightCareHome, dementia-specialist homes are checked more carefully for dementia-specific fit signals such as whether dementia care is registered, whether secure or wandering support is clearly published, whether nursing cover is available when needs are more complex, and whether inspection or family feedback supports that positioning. If wandering support is not clear in the public data, that becomes a follow-up question rather than a positive signal.

How many beds does Ancasta Grove have?

Ancasta Grove has 75 registered beds. The home provides nursing care.

What do care home reviews say about Ancasta Grove?

Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 5.0 out of 5.

Are Ancasta Grove's reviews enough to make a decision?

Ancasta Grove's public feedback assessment is useful, but it should not be the only reason to choose the home. Treat it as one evidence layer, then compare it with the inspection rating, safety and well-led domains, weekly fees, funding fit, and provider-record questions. Reviews are strongest when they confirm the same strengths or concerns that appear in inspection evidence and your visit questions.

Is Ancasta Grove safe?

The published inspection Safety rating for Ancasta Grove is "Good". No enforcement actions are currently recorded.

Who operates Ancasta Grove?

Ancasta Grove is operated by CARE UK COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS LTD (Company registration number: 02644862).

Has Ancasta Grove had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against Ancasta Grove in the inspection history.

What do public company records show about Ancasta Grove's provider?

Ancasta Grove's provider public-record check is: Records reviewed. No material provider-record points to clarify were found in the public records reviewed. This is not a credit rating, solvency assessment or prediction about the home.

What continuity questions should families ask Ancasta Grove?

Ask Ancasta Grove 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 Ancasta Grove?

Before choosing Ancasta Grove, 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 Southampton to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

Is Ancasta Grove's inspection rating improving or declining?

The inspection history suggests Ancasta Grove's inspection position is improving. The inspection report was published on 17 December 2022.

What is Ancasta Grove's food hygiene rating?

Ancasta Grove currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 8 January 2025.

What questions should I ask when visiting Ancasta Grove?

When visiting Ancasta Grove, 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, ask how families are updated when needs change, and ask who provides overnight clinical cover if nursing needs escalate. 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 Ancasta Grove?

Our visit checklist for Ancasta Grove 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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