Grammar School House

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About Us

Grammar School House is a residential care home in Colchester supporting adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults and people with physical disabilities, including many younger adults. We provide permanent places and planned respite stays.

We run a house where people live rather than a unit where people are placed. Residents have their own rooms, a genuine say in how the household works and support planned with them instead of written about them. Our staff are here to help people do things for themselves wherever that is possible, and we look for ways to build confidence rather than quietly taking tasks over.

Environment matters more than people expect. Noise, lighting, predictability and knowing what is coming next often decide whether someone is settled or permanently braced for something. For residents with physical disabilities, we plan and equip so that mobility limits do not shrink a person's world, and getting out of the building regularly is part of that.

Where a person signs, uses symbols or an app, or communicates through behaviour we have learned to read, the responsibility for understanding sits with us and not with them.

We also support people to keep up college, work, volunteering, friendships and family contact, because a placement should never quietly become someone's whole world.

The Care Quality Commission rated us good at our most recent inspection.

Please come and visit and meet the people who live here.

Common questions about Grammar School House

Where is Grammar School House located?

Grammar School House is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex, CO6 2RN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Grammar School House provide?

Grammar School House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Grammar School House's CQC rating?

Grammar School House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 July 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Grammar School House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Grammar School House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Grammar School House

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Care We Offer

  • Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about Grammar School House

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Grammar School House is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Grammar School House is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Grammar School House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Grammar School House supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 5 July 2019
  • Report published: 5 July 2019

Overall: Good

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

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Typical weekly fees in the East

Grammar School House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Grammar School House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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