Sandrock House Residential Care Home
- Care home
- 37 beds
- No nursing
- Dementia care
- Registered since 2011
- Bessacarr, Doncaster, Yorkshire and the Humber
Outstanding
Rated on
Rating from the Care Quality Commission.
At a glance
3 ratings
First rated Good in 2015, most recently Outstanding in September 2026.
1 month
since the latest rating was published.
3 of 73
rated care homes in Doncaster are rated Outstanding, like this one.
Sandrock House Residential Care Home: inspection record
Rated Outstanding in September 2026.
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Ratings published by the Care Quality Commission.
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What inspectors found
From the Care Quality Commission's assessment published 7 September 2026 (assessment visit 16 July 2026). Quoted under the Open Government Licence.
Date of inspection, 21 July 2026. The inspection of this location was prompted due to the historic rating. Sandrock House Residential Care Home is a care home registered to provide personal care and accommodation for up to older people, including those living with dementia. At the time of the inspection, the service was supporting 33 people. The service consistently delivered exceptionally high-quality, person-centred care, placing people at the heart of everything it did. Staff knew people extremely well and used their understanding of individual histories, preferences, interests and aspirations to provide highly personalised support that reflected what mattered most to them.
- Safe Good
- Effective Outstanding
- Caring Outstanding
- Responsive Outstanding
- Well-led Outstanding
Read the rest of CQC's summary
People were treated with kindness, compassion and respect. There was a warm and welcoming atmosphere where people were encouraged to maintain their independence, make meaningful choices and remain in control of their daily lives. Relatives and professionals spoke highly of the caring culture and the positive impact staff had on people’s wellbeing.
The service promoted an exceptionally positive and inclusive culture. Staff went above and beyond to help people maintain relationships, pursue hobbies and participate in meaningful activities that enhanced their confidence, wellbeing and sense of purpose.
Leadership was a key strength. The provider and registered manager was highly visible, approachable and led by example, creating a culture where kindness, accountability and person-centred values were embedded throughout the service. Staff felt valued, supported and motivated to provide the highest standards of care.
Staff were highly skilled, knowledgeable and well supported through training and development opportunities. Care planning and risk management were robust, regularly reviewed and tailored to individual needs, ensuring people received responsive support that promoted positive outcomes and independence.
The service worked exceptionally well with healthcare professionals and community partners, ensuring people received coordinated, timely and effective care. Staff were proactive in monitoring health and wellbeing, responding promptly to concerns and supporting people to access appropriate healthcare services.
There were sufficient staff available to meet people's needs safely and promptly. A strong team ethos ensured people received consistent, responsive and compassionate support.
The environment was comfortable, welcoming and designed to promote independence, engagement and quality of life. Governance arrangements were highly effective, with strong oversight, regular audits and a commitment to continuous improvement. Feedback was actively sought and used to maintain and further develop the outstanding quality of care provided.
People experienced exceptionally personalised, compassionate and responsive care from a dedicated staff team committed to helping them achieve the best possible outcomes and live fulfilling lives.
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Safe
Good
Safe – this means we looked for evidence that people were protected from abuse and avoidable harm. At our last assessment we rated this key question good. At this assessment the rating has remained good. This meant people were safe and protected from avoidable harm.
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Effective
Outstanding
Effective – this means we looked for evidence that people’s care, treatment and support achieved good outcomes and promoted a good quality of life, based on best available evidence.
At our last assessment we rated this key question outstanding. At this assessment the rating has remained outstanding. This meant people’s outcomes were consistently better than expected compared to similar services. People’s feedback described it as exceptional and distinctive.
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Caring
Outstanding
Caring – this means we looked for evidence that the provider involved people and treated them with compassion, kindness, dignity and respect.
At our last assessment we rated this key question outstanding. At this assessment the rating has remained outstanding. This meant people were truly respected and valued as individuals; and empowered as partners in their care in an exceptional service.
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Responsive
Outstanding
Responsive – this means we looked for evidence that the provider met people’s needs.
At our last assessment we rated this key question good. At this assessment the rating has changed to outstanding. This meant services were tailored to meet the needs of individuals and delivered to ensure flexibility, choice and continuity of care.
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Well-led
Outstanding
Well-led – this means we looked for evidence that service leadership, management and governance assured high-quality, person-centred care; supported learning and innovation; and promoted an open, fair culture.
At our last assessment we rated this key question good. At this assessment the rating has changed to outstanding. This meant service leadership was exceptional and distinctive. Leaders and the culture they created drove and improved high-quality, person-centred care.
Questions to ask when you visit
- Ask to see the most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) report and what the home did about any points in it.
- Visit at different times of day, including a mealtime.
Registration details
- Registered manager
- Michele Thompson
- Registered with the CQC since
- What it provides
- Care home service without nursing
- Who it supports
- Dementia, Older People
Inspection report
Read the full inspection report (opens the Care Quality Commission website)5 inspection reports, latest 6 December 2017. Latest assessment published 7 September 2026; the Care Quality Commission's newer assessments are published on its website rather than as reports.
The rating is the Care Quality Commission's. We show it as published and do not change it.
Who runs it
- Provider
- Sherwood Care Homes Limited
- Ownership type
- Organisation
- Companies House number
- 03929445 (opens Companies House)
Getting help from City of Doncaster Council
The council can assess what care someone needs and tell them what help with the cost they may get.
- Adult social care at City of Doncaster Council
- Ask for a care needs assessment
- Phone: 01302 737 391, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm
- Contact adult social care online
- Support for carers
- Paying for care: City of Doncaster Council
Checked on the council's website, November 2026.
Common questions
- Does Sandrock House Residential Care Home provide nursing care?
- No. The Care Quality Commission lists Sandrock House Residential Care Home as a care home without nursing.
- How many beds does Sandrock House Residential Care Home have?
- The Care Quality Commission's register lists 37 beds at Sandrock House Residential Care Home.
- When was Sandrock House Residential Care Home last inspected?
- The Care Quality Commission's latest rating for Sandrock House Residential Care Home was published on 7 September 2026.
- Who runs Sandrock House Residential Care Home?
- Sandrock House Residential Care Home is run by Sherwood Care Homes Limited.
- What is Sandrock House Residential Care Home's CQC rating?
- Its overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Outstanding, published on 7 September 2026.
Contact
- Phone
- 01302 535634
- Address
- 53 Bawtry Road, Bessacarr, Doncaster, DN4 7AA Map (opens Google Maps)
Compare nearby
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- G Oaklands Care Home Good, 0.2 miles away
- G Cantley Grange Good, 0.6 miles away
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- G Liberty House Good, 1.2 miles away