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The Orchards

Station Road, Thorrington, Colchester, Essex, CO7 8JA · View on map

Residential CareLearning disabilitiesMental HealthSensory impairment
Regulated by CQC · England Full report ↗
Good Overall rating
InadequateRequires improv.GoodOutstanding
Safe GoodWell-led GoodCaring GoodResponsive GoodEffective Good

Inspected 14 May 2019

Beds
5
CQC rating
Good
Registered
2012

The Orchards

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Overview

The Orchards is a residential care home located in Colchester, Essex. It serves individuals with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and sensory impairments.

The home provides Residential Care services. It is equipped to support residents with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and sensory impairments.

Key facts

Beds5

The inspection record

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

Overall

Good

Inspected 14 May 2019

SafeGood
Well-ledGood
CaringGood
ResponsiveGood
EffectiveGood
INSPECTED 14 MAY 2019 · CQC LOCATION ID 1-519903260 View full CQC report

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Record timeline

27 Nov 2012

Registered with CQC

The Orchards entered the official register.

14 May 2019

Rated Good overall

Inspected 14 May 2019 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 16 February 2021, not rated

Inspected 19 October 2016, rated Good

Registration details

Registration statusActive
Registered27 November 2012
Registered managerMr Oliver Stuart Anderson White
Council areaHarwich and North Essex
Integrated care boardNHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board
Client groupOlder Adults, Younger Adults

Location

Station Road, Thorrington, Colchester, Essex, CO7 8JAOpen in Google Maps

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Frequently asked questions

What types of care is The Orchards registered for?

The Orchards is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide Residential Care. Listed specialisms include Learning disabilities, Mental Health and Sensory impairment.

How many Rooms does The Orchards have?

There are 5 Single Rooms.

What is The Orchards's CQC rating?

The Orchards is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (inspected 14 May 2019). The full CQC inspection report is available at cqc.org.uk/location/1-519903260.

How many beds does The Orchards have?

The Orchards is registered for 5 beds.

Who is the registered manager at The Orchards?

The registered manager is Mr Oliver Stuart Anderson White.

When was The Orchards last inspected?

The Care Quality Commission last inspected The Orchards on 14 May 2019.

Where is The Orchards located?

The Orchards is located in Colchester, United Kingdom.

When did The Orchards register with CQC?

The Orchards first registered on 27 November 2012.

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