
The staff are truly wonderful, each and every one of them; they do an amazing jobLorna C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

All staff are very welcoming and attentive to the residentH R(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Activities are very good. The staff are extremely good.J M(Resident / Service User)

The staff are truly wonderful, each and every one of them; they do an amazing jobLorna C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

All staff are very welcoming and attentive to the residentH R(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Activities are very good. The staff are extremely good.J M(Resident / Service User)

Icknield Court is a vibrant and friendly care home located within the town of Princes Risborough. Providing residential and dementia care, the home offers a comfortable environment with a strong sense of community.
The kind and experienced care team take the time to build relationships with residents and get to know each individual’s preferences, so that high quality person centred care can be delivered to all.
The home is split across six...
Care Provided by Icknield Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 90 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Icknield Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Icknield Court to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- The Orders of St John Care Trust
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Hazel Cayabas (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: -1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (90)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (90)
Icknield Court Reviews (149)
Icknield Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.844) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Icknield Court has 149 reviews.
From a "client" perspective the management has always been effective but the new manager (Michael) has already made some positive improvements. Communication improvement is particularly noticeable and this is of benefit to residents, staff and family members.
The environment is always clean, staff genuinely care and take the time, where they can, to go that extra mile. Additionally there are core staff members who provide consistency and are great role models for newer staff. This in my view makes a big difference both to the residents and to staff morale.
Thanks Icknield Team - you are doing a great job!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum received such a warm welcome and has settled in so well. We'll be sure to share your kind words with the whole team.
Lisa
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Lisa. We're delighted to hear that you've seen positive changes since Michael joined as Manager and that you feel reassured by his leadership. Your kind words and support mean a great deal, and we will be sure to pass your thanks on to Michael and the team.
The care home is spotless!
If I were to end up in a home this is the kind of place I'd like to be.
Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that you felt so welcome and noticed the happy atmosphere throughout the home. Your kind words about our team and the cleanliness of the home mean a great deal to us. Knowing that you would choose a home like ours is a wonderful compliment. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Auntie in very good spirits.
Very happy place today, everyone loving my grandaughter.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a lovely review. We're delighted to hear that your auntie is being so well cared for and will make sure to share your feedback with the whole team.
The atmosphere of the home is amazing. A happy, wonderful place that always looks after mum so well. I couldn't be happier with Icknield
Thank you so much for your 5 star review, Ashleigh. We are glad you can speak so highly of Icknield Court!
The team at Icknield Court are providing great care for my Mum, who has been there for eight months. I can't thank them enough. I visit a lot, so see all the carers regularly - they are amazing and work so hard. They are also good with me as I am still able to be involved with Mum's care when possible. It is such an adjustment for everyone.
Thank you so much for your 5 star review, J V! We're so glad you're happy with your Mums care at Icknield Court.
My dad arrived a fortnight ago and we are very pleased. The home is light and airy and on the whole maintained well. we have been very impressed by the new manager Michael. Michael has some great vision for the home and is very friendly and approachable. He is setting high standards and the level of care dad is receiving is respectful and kind. The staff we have met so far are warm and friendly . Thankyou
Thank you for your review, J S! We are glad how pleas you are with Icknield Court for your dad.
This is the third time for my 85-year-old husband to have respite; it is a godsend. Thank you very much. I am 84 years old. His name is Lester, and very comfortable there, and I visit every day and live only 6.7 mins away. Good security.
Thank you so much for your 5 star review, Olive. We're so glad your husband is comfortable at Icknield Court to continue to return to us for respite stays.
The staff have gone above and beyond for my dad. Thank you.
Thank you for your review, A S. Such positive feedback for the staff.
Our grandmother has lived at Icknield Court for some time now, and we continue to be deeply impressed by the standard of care she receives. The home is exceedingly well run - calm, organised and quietly professional. The staff are the heart of the home; genuine, warm and attentive in a way that never feels forced. They treat residents as individuals with patience and kindness. The building itself is clean, bright and spacious with plenty of comfortable corners for conversations or privacy. Our grandmother's room overlooks the courtyard garden where the resident muntjac sometimes wanders through, and red kites can be seen overhead - small details that bring real joy. Meal are excellent, both nostalgic and modern, and the activities programme is full and thoughtful. We especially like 'The Weekly Sparkle', the in-house magazine that keeps everyone connected and entertained. Located just minutes from Princes Risborough, Icknield Court offers genuine value, dignity and peace of mind. It feels like a place where people are truly cared for.
Thank you so much for your detailed 5 star review, L S. We are so glad how impressed you are with Icknield Court and how well run it is and that you enjoy The Weekly Sparkle!
During the 2 years and 10 months resident at Icknield Court, my mother received excellent care and support from all staff.
Thank you for leaving us a review, T K. Such positive comments during the time your mother was with us, thank you.
The care team are amazing. Mum is very happy at Ickneild Court. The care mum receives is exactly what she needs to keep her safe and well. The team are alway attentive to individuals needs. The dementia care is excellent, adaptive to each personality. Highly recommend Ickneild Court. Thank you for everything you do for mum and dad to keep them connected and happy. xx
Thank you so much for your 5 star review. We are so glad your mum is so happy at Icknield Court.
Mum had an extra 2 1/2 years by living at Icknield Court they gave her love and support throughout her time as a resident. I cannot speak too highly of their care. Brilliant!
Thank you so much for the 5-star review. We are so glad you can speak highly of the care at Icknield Court.
Very happy with mum's care. She is always clean, and all her needs are met. Her room is always clean and tidy. Some belongings disappear, some turn up again, some don't, even though they are all labelled. Mum seems happy, which is our prime concern.l
Thank you for your review and comments. We are glad that your mum is happy at Icknield Court.
Very happy with the care that mum receives. Every where is clean and the staff are lovely.
Thank you so much for the 5-star review. We are so glad that you are very happy with your mum's care at Icknield Court.
My lovely dad has been with you for about 3 weeks, he is so much happier than his last home. Its so great to see him smile and have a laugh with all the staff. Thank you so much to house 4 for making him feel so comfortable, when I come for visits everyone is so great I feel complete peace.
Thank you for providing a 5 star review. We are so glad how happy your dad is at Icknield Court.
My wife has not settled in well but this is due to her condition! The staff have worked hard to welcome her and get her to join in with their residents. I am impressed that the home has provided a room to allow her to entertain friends. My family considered this to be over and above what we expected. Many thanks for this.
Thank you so much for your 5-star review. We are so glad that you are impressed with the home and their continued support to help your wife settle in.
It helped me to gain confidence and I have had a happy stay.
I would recommend Icknield Court for respite care, as my experience here has been so good.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so glad that you would recommend Icknield Court after such a happy stay.
Am very pleased at the level of care mum has and when there have been issues, they have been addressed in a caring and thoughtful way. Thank you.
Thank you for your review. We are so happy that you are pleased with the level of care for your mum at Icknield Court.
Mum has settled really well, and is happy. The staff have been very kind and efficient, and have looked after any eventuality. Mum and her family are so grateful for the care and professionalism at Icknield Court.
Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad that your mum has settled so well at Icknield Court.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 26 October 2021Requires improvement
- CaringRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 03 Dec 2025
Residents at Icknield Court Care Home came together to mark Remembrance Day, joining to watch the national service and observe the two-minute silence. It was a poignant and meaningful moment...
There are no upcoming events for Icknield Court.
Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: The Orders of St John Care Trust
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: The Orders of St John Care Trust
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: The Orders of St John Care Trust
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Icknield Court.
Meet the Team (1)

A Registered Nurse with over 14 years of international experience across the Philippines, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom, Hazel has demonstrated a strong track record of professional growth since relocating to the UK in 2018. Hazels' career progression includes roles as a Pre-Registered Nurse, Registered Nurse, Clinical Deputy Manager, Interim Home Manager, and Home Manager.
Hazel is committed to delivering safe, inclusive, and person-centred care, ensuring that individuals from diverse backgrounds feel respected, valued, and empowered to lead fulfilling lives. Her leadership is characterised by integrity, compassion, and cultural awareness, enabling care that is tailored to each individual’s unique identity, beliefs, and preferences.
Hazel actively fosters a positive and inclusive workplace culture, where staff feel supported, engaged, and motivated to perform at their best. With a strong focus on quality and compliance, she is dedicated to upholding Care Quality Commission standards while driving continuous improvement to enhance service delivery and outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions about Icknield Court
What types of Care is Icknield Court registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Icknield Court have?
There are 90 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Icknield Court?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Icknield Court to the centre of Princes Risborough?
0.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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