Keele House
Keele House is a residential care home in Ramsgate, Kent (CT11 9TS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Keele House
Keele House is a residential care home in Ramsgate. We care for older people, including those living with dementia, and we welcome respite guests as well as people moving in for the longer term. What we offer is fairly simple and we would rather describe it honestly than dress it up. A comfortable home, staff who are around and who know people well, help with the things that have become difficult, and a day that belongs to the person living it. People choose when to get up, what to eat, whether to join in with what is going on and whether they would rather be quiet. Staff help with washing, dressing, medication, meals and moving about, and they do it without making a performance of it. For people living with dementia we work on familiarity above all. The same staff, a day with a steady rhythm, and time to respond properly when somebody is confused or distressed. We ask families to tell us about a person's history because it is usually the key to understanding what they need in the moment. We know that moving a relative into a care home is a decision most families agonise over, so we try to make the early weeks as steady as we can, keeping in touch and being straightforward when something needs discussing. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and see the home and ask us whatever you want to know.
Care provided at Keele House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 29 October 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Keele House compares in Thanet
Measured against the 42 care homes for older people registered in Thanet. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 31 places. Smaller than 20 of the 42 homes. The local average is 37 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 28 of the 42 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 29 October 2022. 21 of the 42 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- February 2016. 18 of the 42 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 42 homes, 24 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 37 of the 39 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Thanet.
The local picture: Thanet
What the numbers say about care for older people in Thanet, 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: 18,100. Rising to 20,300 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,600 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,300. Rising to 2,800 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 58%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 86. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 1 closed
- 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.
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 Keele House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 12 February 2016, so 10 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 4 July 2025.
- Run by
- N & I Healthcare Limited, which runs this service only.
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 Keele 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
- Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate, 3 miles away
It is about 3 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
- East Cliff Medical Practice, 0.7 miles away
- The Grange Practice, 0.7 miles away
- Newington Road Surgery, 0.7 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Ivy House Dental Practice, 0.2 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Newington Road Dental Clinic, 0.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Mydentist, 0.8 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Asda Pharmacy, 0.1 miles away
- Courts Pharmacy, 0.3 miles away
- Boots, 0.4 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Ramsgate Station, 0.4 miles away
- Dumpton Park Station, 0.8 miles away
- Broadstairs Station, 1.9 miles away
Around Keele House
- H: Keele 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 Keele House
Where is Keele House located?
Keele House is a residential care home in Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9TS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Keele House provide?
Keele House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Keele House's CQC rating?
Keele House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 29 October 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Keele House provide dementia care?
Yes. Keele House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Keele House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Keele House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Keele House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Keele House is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Keele 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. Keele 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?
No. Keele House is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Keele 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Keele House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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