





The Old School House was built in 1874 by the Rothschild family and was used as a school divine services on Sundays for boys and girls of the village from 1902. The Old School House was established into a residential home for the elderly in 1984.
The present owner took over the business in 2006 and the home received extensive refurbishment. Care was taken to restore and maintain the original wonderful...
Care Provided by Old School House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 12 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
fees depend on the level of care that is required once we have done an assessment we will be able to give you a more honest fee schedule
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Old School House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Old School House 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
Owner
- Nahida Arif
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nahida Arif (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (12)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- OPEN DOOR POLICY PLEASE MAKE AN APPOITMENT
Parking
- There is parking on site for several cars
Old School House Reviews (39)
Old School House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.616) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Old School House has 39 reviews.
Facilities, Functional.
Decoration, Tired and in need of refurbishment.
Staff, Excellent.
Food, Good.
Communication, Good.
Outside/Gardens, Tired.
This is an honest review and isn't in anyway ment to dissuade anyone from going there. The team are fully committed and show care and attentiveness at all times. Facilities need investment and upgrade.
Mum has settled into Old School House very well. She's much happier living there now. She no longer feels lonely. We can see a big difference in her now. We liked its a smaller home for her so it feels more cosy. We know she is safe and well looked after. Staff/management are helpful and friendly. Lunch and dinner always smells delicious when we go and visit. We are happy so far.
I would definitely recommend the old school house for anyone looking for a carehome for an elderly person.
Thank goodness my auntie is a resident of The Old School House where it is clear to see the high quality care, safe and comfortable environment at this care home. It is always clean and warm and the staff show respect and kindness with daily activities. I often see the GP there checking on the residents needs etc. I was delighted and encouraged to bring my toy poodle along which is lovely for my auntie. What an amazing job the staff do!
Thank you for the lovely review its a pleasure looking after your auntie
and refused any help from carers etc
Since going into the Old School Care Home she has settled well, is thriving and is happy.
The owner/Manager is available to talk to at any time and visiting times are relaxed. Very pleased with the care she is getting.
I cannot stress the level of professionalism, care and humility they provide.
I have completed peace of mind know my mother is pain free, happy, comfortable and most importantly safe.
Fabulous home. Staff are incredibly friednly and my mother-in-law is so happy at the home. We were very lucky that a room was available for her.
Thank you so much for using our service and it's a pleasure to look after your mother-in-law.
My mother resides at the mentioned home and I have to say how much she loves her time at Old School House Longwick. It is a very clean and friendly home with very nice and caring staff. On Sunday 26th Jan 2025 she celebrated her 100th birthday and the home had a very nice party. Mum saw the whole of her family and thoroughly enjoyed the day and buffet. A lovely big cake. Keep up the good work.
Thank you for your review, it is a great pleasure to look after your mum and it was lovely to see you all at the party.
When Mum got to the point that living in her own home was no longer viable, we feel fortunate that we found the Old School House - the staff are very kind and caring, and it has been notable that there has been little turnover in the team over the past year. This has helped Mum to settle and feel looked after, and it says a lot for the staff and management of Old School House because the turnover of carers can so often be a problem in other care situations. We are very appreciative of the care and attention that Old School House delivers.
Mum has had a rocky few weeks one way or another but Old School House have helped mum recover and settle again. Not ideal that mum will be in a care home for Christmas but feel that at least mum will be in good hands.
Dad moved in, in November after a stay in hospital. I haven't seen my dad look so well in a while, food is excellent, tea, snacks on tap. Staff lovely.
Lovely home, my friend is so happy and looked after well. The staff and the manager are friendly and caring. It's such a welcoming home to all.
My father moved to the Old School House November 2024 after a long stay in hospital. The aesthetic of the house is beautiful. The staff team are very welcoming and friendly. My dad has settled well, very good food, dad enjoys his food. The management team are very approachable, helpful and very involved with the residents.
When my Mum's respite placement ran into difficulties, upon recommendation I contacted 'The Old School House' to see if they could help. It was all very last minute and I was beyond fortunate they were able to offer her a place. It is a small, intimate home and everybody there could not have been more kind, helpful, and caring of her and supportive of me. Mum was well cared for, respected, and a valued member of the home during her time there and I cannot thank them enough for the care and compassion shown to my Mum.
What a relief to find such a lovely spot. We appreciated the enormous flexibility during Mum's admission. The staff are all so kind. The place feels more homely than others visited. We feel very fortunate to have found this little gem.
Staff are always very friendly, and they treat Mum with great care and dignity. They are also very accommodating when Dad wants to visit. It is a small home, which is what was required for Mum. She always seems very content and looks very tidy and presentable.
Thank you for your support, and it's a pleasure to look after your mum.
For our mum, the care she received over the period that she was resident was excellent, with good, nutritious food cooked daily, which our mum really enjoyed. We were also able to visit unannounced at any time of day.
In the last week of her life, Mum was given palliative care; I was with her when she passed away peacefully in a place that was home for her. She was as happy as she could be in the loving atmosphere of the Old School House.
We are eternally grateful for all of the excellent loving care she received from all of the amazing staff who kept her safe, secure and loved.
It will be very strange not to visit this lovely home where Mum was treated with dignity.
Thank you, Sarah; it was a pleasure to look after your mum. Thank you for the lovely review and kind words.
We had a tour of the Old School House and felt it was the right place for Mum. Family run and only eleven residents, it felt like more of a home than the larger purpose-built facilities we had already visited. The staff are friendly. Dad visits regularly, and despite initial reservations, he is reassured that she is safe and well cared for; they make him welcome and even feed him if he’s there at meal times, and having a sweet tooth, he loves the tea and cake in the afternoon! Mum is a challenging person - dementia is a cruel disease, and we appreciate the patience that is needed to care for her. I would give it 4.5 stars if I could.
The care that my mother receives from all staff at the Old School House is exceptional. All her needs are constantly cared for by very professional staff with a lovely personal touch. She is very impressed with the food, as I am. Meals are always the highlight of her day. Her room is comfortable, warm and well-equipped. I really can not think of a better place for my mother to be.
It may lack some of the facilities of the larger purpose-built residential homes, but we’ve found the smaller size and personalised approach make up for this, and our mother is much happier and settled here in this ‘homely’ setting than she was before.
We have been very happy with The Old School House and the care it provides for our mum.
Thank you for your lovely review; it's a pleasure to look after your mum.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 January 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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.
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Meet the Team (2)

Nahida Arif is the proprietor/registered manager she has over 16 years of experience working in care. Nahida also worked as a carer for 3 years having hands-on experience. She has completed her level 4 in care as well as the registered manager's award. Nahida has a vast set of skills in care and healthcare problems for the residents are sorted out very quickly due to her long-term experience in the care sector. Equipped with over 10 years of experience in managing this enables her to run the business to a high standard with an excellent set of skills across the sector. Nahida also has a hand on approach at all times and is not scared of rolling up her sleeves to get down to work and cover shifts when short on the floor. Nahida also offers an open-door policy .

Zunaira started working in the care sector in 2020 after coming out of retail. She wanted to do something more rewarding and joined the old school house working on the floor and covering shifts. She worked as a carer and soon she became a valuable member of the staff. She completed her level 4 in care and is now working towards her level 5 in adult care.
She has put into place computer-based software care plans which ensure all information is recorded correctly and quickly on devices. It also frees up time for carers from the old handwritten reports and notes.
Zunaira also manages the healthcare needs of all the service users as well as medication needs and audits.She also works alongside the home manager to ensure that all residents are getting a high standard of care. She also keeps the families informed of any healthcare changes. or support required for the residents
Frequently Asked Questions about Old School House
What types of Care is Old School House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Alcohol / Drug Misuse are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Old School House have?
There are 12 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Old School House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Old School House to the centre of Princes Risborough?
1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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