Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence
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- Older Person Care
- Younger Adults
- Respite Care
- CQC: Requires Improvement
- Nursing Home
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About Us
We are a nursing home in Lambeth, offering care to older people and to younger adults whose health needs mean a qualified nurse should be on hand at any hour of the day or night. Alongside permanent places we also welcome people for respite stays, whether that is booked well ahead so a family carer can take a proper break, or arranged at shorter notice when someone needs a period of recovery after illness or a stay in hospital.
Nursing care reads as something clinical when it is written down, but most of what happens here is ordinary life carried on with the right support behind it. We take time to learn how somebody likes their day to run, what they want to keep doing for themselves, who matters to them and how they prefer to be helped when they need it. Those details shape the care plan far more than any template does, and we revisit them as things change.
We should be straightforward about where we stand with the regulator. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement, and we would rather say so plainly than leave families to discover it elsewhere. We are working through the points raised with us and we are happy to talk about that work in detail with anyone who asks.
Families are welcome here and we would always encourage you to come and see the place for yourself. If you are weighing up nursing care in this part of London, do get in touch and we will give you an honest picture of what we can offer.
Common questions about Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence
Where is Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence located?
Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence is a nursing home in London, Lambeth, SW8 1QH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence provide?
Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence's CQC rating?
Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 13 July 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Contact Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence
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Care We Offer
- Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
- 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.
- Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.
Questions families ask about Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence
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. Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence 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?
Yes. Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence 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. Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence 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: 13 July 2026
- Report published: 13 July 2026
Overall: Requires Improvement
- Safe: Requires Improvement
- Effective: Good
- Caring: Good
- Responsive: Good
- Well-led: Requires Improvement
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.
Typical weekly fees in the London
Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,150 to £1,500 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,400 to £1,850 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Little Sisters of the Poor - St Peters Residence. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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