Rated Care Homes

Robert Harvey House

O

Outstanding

Rated on

Rating from the Care Quality Commission.

At a glance

  • 3 ratings

    Its last inspection improved it from Good to Outstanding.

  • 1 month

    since the latest rating was published.

  • 4 of 245

    rated care homes in Birmingham are rated Outstanding, like this one.

Robert Harvey House: inspection record

Care home with nursing, 52 beds, Birmingham

Rated Outstanding in September 2026, up from Good.

Robert Harvey House: inspection record: inspection ratings by year, 2015 to 2026
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Overall
Safe
Effective
Caring
Responsive
Well-led

Ratings published by the Care Quality Commission.

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What inspectors found

From the Care Quality Commission's assessment published 24 September 2026 (assessment visit 30 June 2026). Quoted under the Open Government Licence.

Date of assessment: 22 July to 21 August 2026. Robert Harvey House is a care home registered to provide accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care for up to 52 older people, people living with a physical disability, people living with sensory impairment and people living with dementia. At the time of our assessment the service was providing support to 42 people.

  • Safe Good
  • Effective Good
  • Caring Good
  • Responsive Outstanding
  • Well-led Outstanding
Read the rest of CQC's summary

We have assessed the service against all the quality statements in the key questions of safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.

The service demonstrated an outstanding culture of safety, openness, and continuous learning where people consistently experienced high-quality, responsive care. People, relatives and staff consistently described the service as safe, supportive, and well-led. Robust risk management systems, proactive learning from incidents and effective oversight made sure people were protected while maintaining their independence and choice.

People received exceptionally personalised care tailored to their individual health, wellbeing, communication and support needs. They and their relatives were fully involved in planning, reviewing and shaping support, ensuring care reflected personal preferences and desired outcomes.

Staff demonstrated genuine kindness, compassion and respect. Interactions were warm, respectful, and person centred. Care plans reflected people's individual preferences, goals, and aspirations. People and relatives told us they felt listened to, valued and empowered to make decisions about their lives. Information was provided in ways people could understand enabling them to make informed choices and remain actively involved in their care and future planning.

The service benefited from visible, inspirational leadership that promoted a culture focused on helping people achieve fulfilling and meaningful lives. Staff felt highly supported and valued, with opportunities for development, wellbeing and career progression.

There were strong, robust governance arrangements, clear accountability, and effective quality assurance processes that drove continuous improvement and positive outcomes. The provider worked proactively with the wider community and partner organisations, sharing learning and best practice to enhance care both within the service and across the wider health and social care sector.

  1. Safe

    Good

    Safe – this means we looked for evidence that people were protected from abuse and avoidable harm.

    At our last inspection we rated this key question good. At this assessment the rating has remained good.

    This meant people were safe and protected from avoidable harm.

  2. Effective

    Good

    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 inspection we rated this key question outstanding. At this assessment the rating has changed to good.

    This meant people’s outcomes were consistently good, and people’s feedback confirmed this.

  3. Caring

    Good

    Caring – this means we looked for evidence that the provider involved people and treated them with compassion, kindness, dignity and respect.

    At our last inspection we rated this key question good. At this assessment the rating has remained good.

    This meant people were supported and treated with dignity and respect; and involved as partners in their care.

  4. Responsive

    Outstanding

    Responsive – this means we looked for evidence that the provider met people’s needs.

    At our last inspection 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.

  5. 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 inspection 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

  1. Ask how nursing cover works at night and at weekends.
  2. Ask to see the most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) report and what the home did about any points in it.
  3. Visit at different times of day, including a mealtime.

Registration details

Registered manager
Anthea Reid
Registered with the CQC since
What it provides
Care home service with nursing
Who it supports
Dementia, Older People, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment

Inspection report

Read the full inspection report (opens the Care Quality Commission website)

7 inspection reports, latest 23 February 2021. Latest assessment published 24 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

Ownership type
Organisation
Companies House number
03685650 (opens Companies House)
Charity number
1074954

Broadening Choices For Older People runs 3 services, all in the West Midlands. 3 are rated Good or Outstanding.

Other services run by Broadening Choices For Older People

  1. G
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  2. G
    Neville Williams House Good. Care home with nursing, Birmingham

Getting help from Birmingham City Council

The council can assess what care someone needs and tell them what help with the cost they may get.

Checked on the council's website, November 2026.

Common questions

Does Robert Harvey House provide nursing care?
Yes. The Care Quality Commission lists Robert Harvey House as a care home with nursing.
How many beds does Robert Harvey House have?
The Care Quality Commission's register lists 52 beds at Robert Harvey House.
When was Robert Harvey House last inspected?
The Care Quality Commission's latest rating for Robert Harvey House was published on 24 September 2026.
Who runs Robert Harvey House?
Robert Harvey House is run by Broadening Choices For Older People. It runs 3 services, all in the West Midlands.
What is Robert Harvey House's CQC rating?
Its overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Outstanding, published on 24 September 2026.

Contact

Address
Hawthorn Park Road, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham, B20 1AD Map (opens Google Maps)
Read the full inspection report (opens the Care Quality Commission website)

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