What is Darlington Court’s CQC rating?

The CQC overall rating for Darlington Court is "Good".

Darlington Court

Q: What is Darlington Court’s CQC rating?

The CQC overall rating for Darlington Court is &quot;Good&quot;.

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Darlington Court

Welcome to Darlington Court

Darlington Court is a welcoming care home, just three miles from the seaside town of Littlehampton in West Sussex.

Our friendly, experienced team provides nursing and respite care for older people, including individuals with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia. We also offer sensitive end of life care.

We have a lovely large, secure and well-maintained garden which includes a patio and lawns. On warmer days it’s a perfect place for residents to enjoy the sunshine. They're very welcome to help us with weeding and planting if they wish to.

We get to know each resident as an individual, so that we can tailor their care to their exact needs.

We pride ourselves on the transparency of our care quality and fee information - ensuring you can trust us to care from that very first step.

At a glance

Location

The Leas off Station Road
Rustington
Littlehampton
West Sussex
BN16 3SE

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CQC Rating

Good

Availability

Open to new residents

Pricing

Key facts summary

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Promotion

Enjoy a four-week respite stay for the price of three

If you care for an older loved one at home and need some time away, our teams can help. Only available in selected care homes, and for specific care types. Contact us for more information.

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Enjoy a four-week respite stay for the price of three

Free event

VE Day garden party - free event at Darlington Court

Join us to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8th May 2025 at 10am - 4pm.

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Free event

Dementia café at Creative Heart Café

Join Darlington Court at Creative Heart Café every first Friday of each month, 2pm - 3.30pm for our dementia café for carers and people with dementia.

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Life at our home

There's so much happening at Darlington Court. One day we might have a dog agility class, the next day Elvis might be here to entertain us! There's always a resident's birthday to celebrate, and we have lots of interesting and creative activities every day. Residents enjoy getting out and about too - to the coast, to the shops, or to the pub for a drink or some lunch.

Activities room
Church Services
Cinema room
Conservatory
Garden
Lounge area
Pet friendly visits
Reminiscence room

Care at our home

The Darlington Court team provides a wide range of care for older people, giving you the peace of mind that your loved one can stay here, even if their needs change in future.

Types of care offered

Healthcare services

Alternative therapies
Chiropody
Community support services
District nursing team
Movement therapy
Namaste care
Optician

Meet the team

Every day our colleagues live our values of passionate, caring and teamwork to empower residents to enjoy fulfilling lives.

The dedicated and experienced team at Darlington Court will provide your loved one with care that is completely tailored to their individual needs and wishes.

I wanted to work at Care UK because I am passionate about making a positive difference to people’s lives. I also wanted to be part of a team that genuinely provides exceptional care.

Lukasz WojciechowskiHome Manager

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How we are doing

When you’re choosing care for a loved one, trust is fundamental to your decision. Take a look at some of our reviews from family members and residents.

Carehome.co.uk reviews

CQC Rating: Good

What others have to say

Here are just some of the comments we’ve received from family, friends and residents at Darlington Court care home.

It's unbelilevable how they are able to cater for so many diverse needs and requests… the activities coordinator is always doing something and getting people involved… something for everyone, including trips out of the home. And the food, it's incredible... there is a menu with good choices available but my loved one has funny tastes... whatever she asks for, the chef pulls it out of the bag.

Relative of a resident, March 2024

The staff really pay attention to the residents… they take the time to listen to what they are saying and understand their invidivual preferences, which is not always easy. They go out of their way to keep residents as happy as they can be.

Relative of a resident

The staff are marvelous, and of course that's the most important thing. They understand my loved one's needs and limitations and provide extra support to ensure he can get involved with activities and included in the social aspects of the home. I'm notified immediately if any problems pop up along the way and I'm always informed of what events are coming up and invited to come and join in. Really lovely people doing amazing work.

Relative of a resident, March 2024

I feel that they look after him very well and if ever I phone up to find out how he is they are very kind, informative and I can't fault the way they treat him at all. I am very impressed with how the home is when I visit. I also like the fact that they have lots going on, they take residents out of their room and plan activities which I feel is marvellous.

Relative of a resident, August 2023

They are very caring and attentive. The team get to know the residents which is very important, all residents are know by name and character. All staff I have come into contact with do this very well!

Relative of a resident, August 2023

Carehome.co.uk Top 20 Large Care Home Groups in the UK 2025

Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care Awards 2024 finalist - HR & Recruiter award, Victoria Cole

Caring UK Awards 2024 finalist - Employer of the Year

Caring UK Awards 2024 finalist - Care Group of the Year

Greater Essex Careers Hub 2024 winner - Employer Encounter of the Year

Love Laundry Awards 2024 finalist - Care Home Group

National Dementia Care Awards 2024 finalist - Inspirational Leader in Dementia Care, Alison Butler

LaingBussion Awards 2024 finalist - Care Home Group of the Year

Leaders in Care Awards 2024 finalist - Andrew Knight, Executive of the Year

The National Care Awards 2024 winner - Care Home Group (Large)

National Association of Care Catering Awards 2024 finalist - Catering Team of the year Award

Inhouse Recruitment Awards 2024 finalist - Candidate Experience

Inhouse Recruitment Awards 2024 finalist - Best Place to Work

Inhouse Recruitment Awards 2024 finalist - Use of Tech

UK Employee Experience Awards 2024 winner - Best Employee Experience Journey

UK Employee Experience Awards 2024 winner - Best Company to Work For (large company)

Care Home Awards 2024 high commendation - Best Care Home Marketing, Advertising or PR Activities

William Rathbone Awards 2024 winner - Executive Nurse Leadership

Stars of Social Care Awards 2024 winner - Recruitment and Retention Award

Dementia Care Awards 2024 finalist - The Dementia Friendly Business Award

Craft Guild of Chefs Awards 2024 finalist - Public Sector Chef Award

Public Sector Catering Awards 2024 winner - Care Catering Award

Care Home Catering Awards 2024 finalist - Group Care Home Caterer of the Year

Carehome.co.uk Top 20 Large Care Home Groups in the UK 2024

Care Home Awards 2024 finalist - Outstanding Larger Group Care Provider (over 75 homes)

Health Investor Awards 2024 finalist - Care provider of the year

Caring UK Awards 2023 winner - Care Group of the Year

Nursing Times Awards 2023 winner - Nursing in Social Care

Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care 2023 finalist

Engage Awards 2023 finalists

National Care Awards 2023 finalist - Care Home Group

Leaders in Care Awards 2023 finalist - Care Home Provider of the Year

LaingBuisson Award 2023 finalist - Excellence in Large Residential Care

Social Care Top 30 Award 2023 finalist

NACC Awards 2023 finalist - Catering Manager of the Year

Care Home Awards 2023 winner - Best Care Home Marketing, Advertising or PR Activities

Health Investor Awards 2023 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

UK Employee Experience Awards 2023 winner - Best Employee Engagement

Public Sector Catering Awards 2023 winner - Care Catering Award

Care Home Catering Awards 2023 finalist - Group Care Home Caterer of the Year

RoSPA Awards 2023 winner - Silver Award

Leaders in Care Awards 2022 finalist - Care Home Provider of the Year

Caring UK Awards 2022 winner - Midlands & Wales Care Home of the Year

LaingBuisson Award 2022 finalist - Large Residential Care

National Care Awards 2022 winner - Care Operations/Area Manager

Dementia Care Awards 2022 winner - Best Dementia Care Inspiring Leader

Social Care Top 30 Award 2022 finalist

Care Home Professional Power List 2022

Nursing Times Workforce Awards 2022 finalist

NACC Awards 2022 winner - Care Establishment of the Year

Care Home Awards 2022 winner - Outstanding Larger Care Provider

Health Investor Award 2022 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

UK Employee Experience 2022 Awards - Best Use of Digital Technologies

Public Sector Catering Awards 2022 finalists - Care Catering AND Chef of the Year

Caring UK Awards 2021 winner

National Care Awards 2021 winner - Care Home of the Year

LaingBuisson Award 2001 winner - Residential Care Provider of the Year

LaingBuisson Award 2021 winner - Property Developer of the Year

Care Home Awards 2021 winner - Best Larger Care Home Group

National Association of Care Catering Awards 2021 winner - Catering Team of the Year

National Apprenticeship Awards 2021 finalist

Public Sector Catering Awards 2021 winner - Catering Manager of the Year

Social Care Top Leaders Awards 2021 finalist

Care Home Professional Power List 2021

UK Employee Experience 2021 Awards Bronze Winner - Employee Training and Development, Empowering Programme

Dementia Hero Awards 2021 finalist - Professional Excellence

Health Investor Awards 2021 finalist - Residential Care Provider of the Year AND Property Developer of the Year

Care Home Awards 2020 winner - Best Larger Care Home Group

LaingBuisson Awards 2020 finalist

National Association of Care Catering Awards 2020 finalist

Skills for Care Accolades 2020 winner - Best Employer Support for Your Registered Manager AND Most Effective Approach to Leadership and Management

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Help and advice

Our help and advice guides have been produced by our experts and include real life experiences of older people and their families.

Signs of ageing or dementia?

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Can the risk of dementia be reduced?

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Is a dementia diagnosis life-changing?

A dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming for both individuals and their families, and many wonder whether a fulfilling life is still possible.

Trips and outings

Residents living in Care UK homes are offered a range of day trips and organised activities in their surrounding areas. These outings are a great chance for residents to get out and about and enjoy activities, exercise and a change of scenery.

Ferring Country Centre - Ferring, Worthing
Buccaneer Bay – Adventure Golf Course - Littlehampton
Littlehampton Seafront - Littlehampton, West Sussex
Hotham Park - Bognor Regis, West Sussex
Ferring Nurseries - Ferring, Worthing

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FAQs

Darlington Court offers expert care and daily activities in bright, safe and clean surroundings, and our onsite facilities include: garden, activities room, cinema room, conservatory, reminiscence room and church services.

The CQC overall rating for Darlington Court is "Good".

Darlington Court offers residential care, dementia care, nursing care, nursing dementia care, respite care and end of life care for older people in Littlehampton, West Sussex.

Yes, you can find more Care UK homes in these locations:

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Welcome to Darlington Court

At a glance

Enjoy a four-week respite stay for the price of three

VE Day garden party - free event at Darlington Court

Dementia café at Creative Heart Café

Life at our home

Care at our home

Types of care offered

Healthcare services

Meet the team

How we are doing

Carehome.co.uk reviews

CQC Rating: Good

What others have to say

Your next steps

Help and advice

Signs of ageing or dementia?

Can the risk of dementia be reduced?

Is a dementia diagnosis life-changing?

Trips and outings

Nearby Homes

Nearby homes

Nearby homes

FAQs

Are you happy to accept "Functional" cookies?

Save your shortlisted homes here.

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Darlington Court

Darlington Court

Welcome to Darlington Court

At a glance

Enjoy a four-week respite stay for the price of three

VE Day garden party - free event at Darlington Court

Dementia café at Creative Heart Café

Life at our home

Care at our home

Types of care offered

Healthcare services

Meet the team

How we are doing

Carehome.co.uk reviews

CQC Rating: Good

What others have to say

Your next steps

Help and advice

Signs of ageing or dementia?

Can the risk of dementia be reduced?

Is a dementia diagnosis life-changing?

Trips and outings

Nearby Homes

Nearby homes

Nearby homes

FAQs

What facilities does Darlington Court provide?

What is Darlington Court’s CQC rating?

What types of care does Darlington Court offer?

Are there any other Care UK care homes in West Sussex?