Kippingtons Nursing Home
Kippingtons Nursing Home is a nursing home in Sevenoaks, Kent (TN13 2PG). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Kippingtons Nursing Home
We are Kippingtons Nursing Home in Sevenoaks, Kent. We care for older people who need qualified nursing alongside help with daily living, including people living with dementia, and we take respite admissions for shorter stays. We have kept our focus clear. Nursing care for older people is what we do, and we would rather do that thoroughly than stretch ourselves across every kind of provision. Nurses on duty at all hours mean health needs can be looked after as they change, so that nobody has to move again just as they have settled somewhere. Nursing homes can easily feel clinical, so we work against that. People get up when they want, eat what they like, sit where they choose and keep their own furniture, pictures and routines. We ask about the details of a life, the work someone did, the garden they kept, the hour they prefer to be left in peace, and we write those things into how we work so they survive a change of shift. For people living with dementia, the useful work is in the detail: knowing a person's history, recognising early what unsettles them, going at their pace rather than the timetable's. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Visitors are welcome at any reasonable hour. Please ring us and come and see the home.
Care provided at Kippingtons Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 14 September 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Kippingtons Nursing Home compares in Sevenoaks
Measured against the 27 care homes for older people registered in Sevenoaks. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 55 places. Larger than 12 of the 27 homes. The local average is 54 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 18 of the 27 homes (67%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across Kent the figure is 68%.
- Latest report
- 14 September 2022. 13 of the 27 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- September 2013. 15 of the 27 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing and dementia care. Of the 27 homes, 13 offer nursing care and 21 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 17 of the 20 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 Sevenoaks.
The local picture: Sevenoaks
What the numbers say about care for older people in Sevenoaks, 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: 15,100. Rising to 17,000 by 2035, up 12%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,500 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 22%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 65%. The NHS ambition is 67%. Kent as a whole is 62%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 76. Kent average is 77.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 2 opened, 1 closed. 1 changed owner, covering 55 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.
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Good to know about Kippingtons Nursing Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 2 September 2013, so 13 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 31 March 2026.
- Run by
- Aria Healthcare Group LTD, which runs 38 adult social care services in England. 33 of the 38 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 Kippingtons 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
- Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington, 8.9 miles away
It is about 8.9 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
- South Park Medical Practice, 0.6 miles away
- Town Medical Centre, 0.7 miles away
- Amherst Medical Practice, 0.9 miles away
Nearest dentists
- Tricon House, 0.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Portman Smile Clinic Sevenoaks, 0.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
- Atkinson Brignall Caring Dentistry, 0.7 miles away (NHS.uk details)
Nearest pharmacies
- Paydens Ltd, 0.7 miles away
- Boots, 0.8 miles away
- Delmergate Limited, 0.9 miles away
Nearest railway stations
- Sevenoaks Station, 0.9 miles away
- Bat & Ball Station, 1.9 miles away
- Dunton Green Station, 2.3 miles away
Around Kippingtons Nursing Home
- H: Kippingtons 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 Kippingtons Nursing Home
Where is Kippingtons Nursing Home located?
Kippingtons Nursing Home is a nursing home in Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 2PG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Kippingtons Nursing Home provide?
Kippingtons Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and 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 Kippingtons Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Kippingtons Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 14 September 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Kippingtons Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Kippingtons Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Kippingtons Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Kippingtons Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Kippingtons Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Kippingtons 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. Kippingtons 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. Kippingtons 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?
No. Kippingtons Nursing Home 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
Kippingtons 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 Kippingtons Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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