Echo Square House
Echo Square House is a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent (DA12 1QH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Echo Square House
Echo Square House is a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent, for adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. We are a house rather than an institution, and the difference shows in ordinary ways. People have their own rooms and their own things, a real say in what gets cooked and what happens at the weekend, and they decide who comes to visit. Because we are small, staff genuinely know the people they support, and that knowledge is worth more than any amount of written assessment. Support is agreed with each person and built around them. Some people need help with personal care and health needs. Others mainly want somebody alongside them so that a demanding world becomes manageable, and support to do things for themselves rather than have them done. We expect people to take on more over time rather than settle into being looked after. For autistic residents especially, predictability does most of the work. Routines that hold, clear information, honest notice before anything changes and genuine choice prevent far more distress than any reaction after the event. Where somebody is having a hard time, we look first at what is being asked of them. Gravesend and the area around it are part of ordinary life here, not an outing. Respite stays are available. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please contact us to arrange a visit.
Care provided at Echo Square House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 April 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
What the inspectors found
A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Echo Square House. Report published 11 April 2018.
- 22 February 2018
- 3 places, 3 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that staff had training in protecting people from abuse and knew how to raise concerns. There were enough staff to meet people's needs. Risks were assessed to keep people safe while helping them stay independent. Medicines were managed, stored and given safely.
Effective
Inspectors found that staff had the training they needed and were supported through regular supervision and an annual appraisal. Staff understood the Mental Capacity Act 2005. People's health, social and physical needs were assessed, and care plans included what was important to each person and how autism affected them.
Caring
Inspectors found that staff had known people for many years and that positive relationships had developed. People were valued and respected. Staff knew how to communicate with people in a way they understood. They helped people feel safe and reassured.
Responsive
Inspectors found that there were policies to make sure people would be listened to and treated fairly if they complained. Information on a range of topics was given to people in an easy read format.
Well-led
Inspectors found that the registered manager was approachable and the atmosphere was relaxed and informal. Staff understood the aims of the service. They were proud and motivated to support people according to their choices and preferences.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in April 2018, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 11 April 2018: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 5 April 2017: Inspection looking at part of the service, rated Good
- 5 February 2016: Inspection looking at part of the service, rated Good
- 19 March 2015: Routine inspection, rated Requires improvement
- 31 December 2013: Routine inspection
- 12 September 2012: Routine inspection
Read the full report on the CQC website
Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.
How Echo Square House compares in Gravesham
Measured against the 17 care homes registered in Gravesham. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 3 places. Smaller than 14 of the 17 homes. The local average is 40 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 7 of the 17 homes (41%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 73%.
- Latest report
- 11 April 2018. 12 of the 17 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. One of the longer established homes. 14 of the 17 registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Gravesham.
The local picture: Gravesham
What the numbers say about care for older people in Gravesham, in Kent.
What care costs in Kent, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | £1,187 | £1,409 to £1,600 (Middle half of prices from 22 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing care | £1,378 | £1,550 to £1,865 (Middle half of prices from 11 Kent homes. Median £1,605.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,500 to £1,619 (Middle half of prices from 18 Kent homes. Median £1,500.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few Kent homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 9,500. Rising to 10,100 by 2035, up 7%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,500. Rising to 3,200 by 2035, up 30%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,200. Rising to 1,400 by 2035, up 14%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 53. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 62 beds.
- Care home beds filled across Kent: 88%. The 12 month average is 88%.
- Who pays, across Kent (estimate): 35% council, 43% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Planned and recent building work within 5 miles
- 3.8 miles: Land Adjacent Dell Road And Orsett Road Grays Essex. Application for a 82 bed care home. Submitted 10 October 2025. Approved 27 February 2026.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about Echo Square House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 23 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Run by
- National Autistic Society (The), which runs 17 adult social care services in England. 12 of the 17 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near Echo Square House
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, 5 miles away
It is about 5 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
- Old Road West Surgery, 0.3 miles away
- Parrock Street Surgery, 0.6 miles away
- Rochester Road Surgery, 0.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- A A Tikare & Associates Dental Practice, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Pma Dental Care, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Gravesend Dental Clinic, 0.6 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Nb Pharmacy Ltd, 0.3 miles away
- Singlewell Pharmacy, 0.4 miles away
- Kings Pharmacy, 0.5 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Gravesend Station, 0.7 miles away
- Tilbury Town Station, 2.2 miles away
- Northfleet Station, 2.3 miles away
Around Echo Square House
- H: Echo Square House
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about Echo Square House
Where is Echo Square House located?
Echo Square House is a residential care home in Gravesend, Kent, DA12 1QH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Echo Square House provide?
Echo Square House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Echo Square House's CQC rating?
Echo Square House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 April 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Echo Square House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Echo Square House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Echo Square House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Echo Square 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.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Echo Square 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.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Echo Square House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
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.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
Echo Square House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Echo Square House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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