Tigh Fruin
40a Main Street, Hayton, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 9LL · View on map
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The inspection record
Overall
Outstanding
Report published 18 March 2026
“Date of Assessment: 27 November 2025 to 05 January 2026.”
“Tigh Fruin is a residential care home providing personal care and support to people with learning disabilities and/or autistic people. At the time of the assessment, the service was supporting 5 people with their personal care needs. The last inspection of Tigh Fruin was published 2 December 2021 and rated requires improvement. This unannounced focused assessment was carried out to follow up on the breach of regulation found during the previous inspection. The overall rating for Tigh Fruin has changed to outstanding and the provider was no longer in breach of any regulation.”
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“We assessed the service against ‘Right support, right care, right culture’ guidance to make judgements about whether the provider guaranteed people with a learning disability and autistic people respect, equality, dignity, choices, independence and good access to local communities that most people take for granted.”
“The service was exceptionally caring. Kindness, dignity and respect was at the heart of the service. Staff truly respected each person’s individuality; their rights were promoted and respected. This meant people lived their lives their chosen way. People were supported by enough trained staff who knew them extremely well.”
“The leadership team ensured the service was responsive to people’s health, social and emotional needs. People were supported to achieve their goals and maximise their potential to ensure they lived fulfilled and empowered lives.”
“Medicines were managed safely; people received their prescribed medicines on time by trained staff. Care plans provided detailed guidance for staff in how to support people with their health and social care needs. Risks were well managed, and staff knew people well. People were supported to take positive risks to increase their independence.”
“Staff were empowered to deliver innovative person-centred care informed by the latest evidence-based models, resulting in better outcomes and enhanced quality of life for people with a learning disability. Care was flexibly tailored to meet individuals’ needs and aspirations promoting choice and control.”
“The leadership and embedded culture promoted an environment where each person was respected, valued and empowered as a partner in their care. Governance was proactive and robust, with a strong focus on continuous learning. The service actively challenged barriers and discrimination, ensuring people thrived and were full participants in their community.”
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Rated Outstanding overall
Report published 18 March 2026 by the Care Quality Commission.
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Older reports from the CQC's previous inspection approach
Inspected 24 August 2021, rated Requires improvement
Inspected 18 February 2020, rated Outstanding
Inspected 26 June 2017, rated Good
Inspected 30 January 2017, rated Requires improvement
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Frequently asked questions
What types of care is Tigh Fruin registered for?
Tigh Fruin is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide Residential Care. Listed specialisms include Learning disabilities.
How many Rooms does Tigh Fruin have?
There are 6 Single Rooms.
What is Tigh Fruin's CQC rating?
Tigh Fruin is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (report published 18 March 2026). The full CQC inspection report is available at cqc.org.uk/location/1-2137971776.
How many beds does Tigh Fruin have?
Tigh Fruin is registered for 6 beds.
Who is the registered manager at Tigh Fruin?
The registered manager is Ms Susan Williams.
When was Tigh Fruin last inspected?
The Care Quality Commission published its latest report on Tigh Fruin on 18 March 2026.
Where is Tigh Fruin located?
Tigh Fruin is located in Retford, United Kingdom.
When did Tigh Fruin register with CQC?
Tigh Fruin first registered on 6 August 2015.
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