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Summerhill

The Dunterns, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1AL · View on map

Dementia CareResidential Care
Regulated by CQC · England Full report ↗
Good Overall rating
InadequateRequires improv.GoodOutstanding

The CQC says: “The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.” Read the CQC report

Safe GoodEffective GoodCaring GoodResponsive GoodWell-led Good

Report published 24 April 2025

Beds
29
CQC rating
Good
Registered
2011

Summerhill

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Key facts

Beds29

The inspection record

Care Quality CommissionEngland's independent regulator of health and social care

Overall

Good

Report published 24 April 2025

SafeGood
EffectiveGood
CaringGood
ResponsiveGood
Well-ledGood

“Date of assessment: 27 March to 14 April 2025”

“Summerhill is a residential home providing personal care and support to older people, including people who may live with dementia. The service can accommodate up to 29 people, at the time of our visit 27 people were using the service. A registered manager was in post. At our last inspection, we identified breaches of legal regulations for safe care and treatment and good governance and records.”

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“At this inspection improvements had been made, and the provider was no longer in breach of legal regulations. Since the last inspection, the registered manager had introduced improvements to the service, including to records to ensure staff had guidance to meet people’s needs in a safe and person-centred way. Risks to people had been assessed and care plans were in place to help mitigate risks as far as possible. Accidents and incidents were investigated, action taken, and lessons learned. There were sufficient trained staff who worked with other professionals to ensure people's needs were met in a safe way.”

“Staff spoke very positively about working at the service and the people they cared for. There were sufficient trained staff who worked well with other professionals to ensure people's needs were met. Staff supported people safely and treated them with kindness and compassion. There was a varied programme of activities. People received a varied diet and enjoyed a positive dining experience. People, relatives and staff spoke positively about the service and management.”

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REPORT PUBLISHED 24 APRIL 2025 · CQC LOCATION ID 1-125634678 View full CQC report

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Record timeline

20 Jan 2011

Registered with CQC

Summerhill entered the official register.

24 April 2025

Rated Good overall

Report published 24 April 2025 by the Care Quality Commission.

12 October 2026

Record last synced

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Older reports from the CQC's previous inspection approach

Inspected 29 September 2022, rated Requires improvement

Inspected 8 October 2021, rated Good

Inspected 9 February 2021, rated Requires improvement

Inspected 14 January 2019, rated Good

Inspected 15 November 2017, rated Requires improvement

Inspected 4 August 2015, rated Good

Registration details

Registration statusActive
Registered20 January 2011
Registered managerMs Caroline Ann Thomas
Council areaNorth Northumberland
Integrated care boardNHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board
Client groupOlder Adults

Location

The Dunterns, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1ALOpen in Google Maps

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Frequently asked questions

What types of care is Summerhill registered for?

Summerhill is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide Dementia Care and Residential Care.

How many Rooms does Summerhill have?

There are 29 Single Rooms.

What is Summerhill's CQC rating?

Summerhill is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (report published 24 April 2025). The full CQC inspection report is available at cqc.org.uk/location/1-125634678.

How many beds does Summerhill have?

Summerhill is registered for 29 beds.

Who is the registered manager at Summerhill?

The registered manager is Ms Caroline Ann Thomas.

When was Summerhill last inspected?

The Care Quality Commission published its latest report on Summerhill on 24 April 2025.

Where is Summerhill located?

Summerhill is located in Alnwick, United Kingdom.

When did Summerhill register with CQC?

Summerhill first registered on 20 January 2011.

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