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The Ridings

52 Spring Lane, Fordham Heath, Colchester, Essex, CO3 9TG · View on map

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

Inspected 16 January 2020

Beds
4
CQC rating
Good
Registered
2011
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Overview

The Ridings is a residential care home located in Colchester, Essex. It serves individuals with learning and physical disabilities.

The home provides Residential Care services. Specialisms include support for learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

Key facts

Beds4

The inspection record

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

Overall

Good

Inspected 16 January 2020

SafeGood
Well-ledGood
CaringGood
ResponsiveGood
EffectiveGood
INSPECTED 16 JANUARY 2020 · CQC LOCATION ID 1-166355947 View full CQC report

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Record timeline

15 Feb 2011

Registered with CQC

The Ridings entered the official register.

16 January 2020

Rated Good overall

Inspected 16 January 2020 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 25 February 2021, not rated

Inspected 14 June 2017, rated Good

Inspected 11 March 2015, rated Good

Registration details

Registration statusActive
Registered15 February 2011
Registered managerMrs Chelsey Jayne Mitchell
Council areaHarwich and North Essex
Integrated care boardNHS Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board
Client groupOlder Adults

Location

52 Spring Lane, Fordham Heath, Colchester, Essex, CO3 9TGOpen in Google Maps

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Frequently asked questions

What types of care is The Ridings registered for?

The Ridings is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide Residential Care. Listed specialisms include Learning disabilities and Physical disabilities.

How many Rooms does The Ridings have?

There are 4 Single Rooms.

What is The Ridings's CQC rating?

The Ridings is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (inspected 16 January 2020). The full CQC inspection report is available at cqc.org.uk/location/1-166355947.

How many beds does The Ridings have?

The Ridings is registered for 4 beds.

Who is the registered manager at The Ridings?

The registered manager is Mrs Chelsey Jayne Mitchell.

When was The Ridings last inspected?

The Care Quality Commission last inspected The Ridings on 16 January 2020.

Where is The Ridings located?

The Ridings is located in Colchester, United Kingdom.

When did The Ridings register with CQC?

The Ridings first registered on 15 February 2011.

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