Temple Ewell Nursing Home
Temple Ewell Nursing Home is a nursing home in Dover, Kent (CT16 3DB). It holds a CQC rating of Inadequate.
About Temple Ewell Nursing Home
Temple Ewell Nursing Home is a nursing home near Dover in Kent, caring for older people and younger adults whose needs require qualified nursing as well as daily support. Having registered nurses on the team means we can look after people with complex or changing health needs, support those recovering after a hospital stay, and go on caring for someone as their condition progresses. Nobody here has to move on simply because things have altered, and families tell us that this is one of the things they worry about most when choosing a home. Many of our residents are living with dementia, and we also support people managing mental health conditions. In both cases the work relies on patience, familiar faces and time. We ask relatives to tell us about the person's life, their habits, their work and their dislikes, because that knowledge is what allows staff to steady a difficult moment rather than simply manage it. Respite stays are available for people who need nursing support for a short period, whether to give a family carer a break or to help someone regain strength before returning home. At our most recent inspection the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. If you are considering nursing care in this part of Kent, please come and see Temple Ewell for yourself. Ring us, arrange a time and ask us everything you want to know.
Care provided at Temple Ewell Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 14 August 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Temple Ewell Nursing Home compares in Dover
Measured against the 39 care homes for older people registered in Dover. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 44 places. Larger than 31 of the 39 homes. The local average is 29 places.
- CQC rating
- Inadequate. 25 of the 39 homes (64%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 14 August 2026. 2 of the 39 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- August 2016. 14 of the 39 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 39 homes, 9 offer nursing care and 23 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 25 of the 33 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 Dover.
The local picture: Dover
What the numbers say about care for older people in Dover, 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: 15,300. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 18%
- People aged 85 and over: 3,800. Rising to 5,800 by 2035, up 53%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 59%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 75. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 21 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.
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 Temple Ewell Nursing Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 1 August 2016, so 10 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 14 July 2026.
- Run by
- Crownwood Healthcare (Temple Ewell) 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 Temple Ewell Nursing Home
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
- William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, 15.4 miles away
It is about 15.4 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
- Buckland Medical Practice, 1.4 miles away
- Lydden Surgery, 1.6 miles away
- High Street Surgery, 2.1 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Dover Priory Dental Practice, 2.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Af Dental, 2.3 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Bupa Dental Care, 2.4 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- River Pharmacy, 0.5 miles away
- Tesco Instore Pharmacy, 1.2 miles away
- Cairns Chemist, 1.8 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Kearsney Station, 0.1 miles away
- Dover Priory Station, 2.3 miles away
- Shepherds Well Station, 3.1 miles away
Around Temple Ewell Nursing Home
- H: Temple Ewell Nursing Home
- 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 Temple Ewell Nursing Home
Where is Temple Ewell Nursing Home located?
Temple Ewell Nursing Home is a nursing home in Dover, Kent, CT16 3DB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Temple Ewell Nursing Home provide?
Temple Ewell Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Temple Ewell Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Temple Ewell Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Inadequate following its last inspection on 14 August 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Temple Ewell Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Temple Ewell Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Temple Ewell Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Temple Ewell Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Temple Ewell Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Temple Ewell Nursing Home 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?
Yes. Yes. Temple Ewell Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Temple Ewell Nursing Home 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?
Yes. Yes. Temple Ewell Nursing Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Temple Ewell Nursing Home 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Temple Ewell Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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