





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.
Since my sister has been at the Old School House she has improved so much in her general health, she seems well cared for and all the staff are very caring towards her.
My sister has a lot of friends and family that come and see her at the Old School House, everyone has commented on how lovely the Old School House is very personal and the small size is wonderful.
I cannot fault the staff for the care and the management we have been very lucky to have found the Old School House and there are no visiting hours which is great we can go and see my sister anytime.
Very friendly and helpful staff. Residents always seem very happy and very well cared for. Resident food always gets a very good review.
Friendly and welcoming, flexible visiting and happy residents.
The team at Old School House put on a fabulous event for the residents and family. Live music, amazing food and if desired a glass of wine. The team at Old School House care home are always considerate and caring. I couldn't think of a better place for my dad. Thank you.
My experience is the personnel have always been very helpful in arranging visiting times and very friendly. My father seems very happy and is treated with respect. He is always being offered drinks such as cups of tea etc.
One of my oldest friends has been a resident in The Old School House since she felt unable to cope alone in her own home. I have visited her regularly for several years and have always felt very welcome on my visits. My friend is happy there and has received excellent care. The small number of residents contributes to a friendly, family atmosphere.
Thank you for your review. We have had great pleasure in seeing you for so many years, and we always look forward to you visiting your friend.
The quality of food is superb, and so much attention is given to each and every resident.
I feel very reassured and confident in all dealings with the home and am so grateful for the care my parents receive.
Thank you so much for your kind words; we really welcome your feedback.
Christmas was made very special for the residents by giving them a lovely party for family and friends. Christmas was lovely, with a special dinner and treats.
We can rest in the knowledge that she is happy and safe in their care.
Thank you so much for the lovely review; it is a great pleasure to look after your mum-in-law.
From the first day, my mum has been treated with respect and dignity, by very warm, caring staff. We have pleasure visiting my mum, not only by seeing her, but the environment she and the other residents are living in, it feels like a family. The activities are well thought out and stimulate the residents and us when we are visiting. All through Covid, the home has kept everyone safe by excellent management, which was a relief at a worrying time and are still alert now, for the circulating infections. The best recommendation I can make to others, is to say, my mum is happy and I know she is safe and well cared for and treated as an individual.
Thank you for your lovely feedback Joanna, its a pleasure to look after your mum and we are so grateful for all your support as well.
My mum moved into the Old School House not eating or drinking, and very weak and fragile she had ulcers on both legs for 18 months within 2 months the ulcers were healed. I was so impressed my mum has been at Old School House for 12 months and I can't believe the change, she is active, happy, eating well and enjoying her life to the full. The staff are superb and very caring and kind and go out of their way for my mum. The management is approachable are always on hand to help the family and my mum. I am so pleased to have found this small gem of a care home.
We are so happy with your mum's progress and she is doing so well and we love having her with us. Thank you for your kind words.
My mother has been looked after at Old School House since February 2021. As time has gone on my mother's dementia care needs have changed. The staff have been able to adapt to this and care for her kindly. Old School House has a real family feel to it and the atmosphere is always warm and welcoming as are the staff too.
Thank you and we are so glad that you are happy with the care that we give at the Old School House.
A warm, caring home with excellent friendly staff. A management team who keeps family members informed and welcomed. I am so glad we choose Old School House. Mum has been happy living there. Nothing seems too much trouble for the staff or managers.
A pleasure to look after your mum and we will of course always look after her, giving her the best care that we can. Thank you for all your support during covid.
My mum is not a good eater due to her dementia but the home's cook will try different things to try to encourage her to eat.
My Mother-in-Law is in her 90's, suffers from age related dementia and has been at the home for about 9 months.
She is treated with dignity and compassion by the staff and I am kept fully informed of her welfare and requirements.
There are regular planned activities in which the residents are encouraged to participate and one to one interaction with the more frail members or those not wishing to join in. The staff are fully aware of the individual personalities and requirements of the residents and are able to tailor the support accordingly.
The meals that I have witnessed have been freshly cooked and appetising and there is always a choice of dishes.
Based on my observations, I would have no reservations in recommending the Old School House to my friends and family.
My mother was becoming more and more introverted and depressed having lived alone following the passing of my father, and after breaking her hip, she did not want to live alone. The Old School House is within 300 yards of my house, the owner and staff are so wonderful and caring and have given Mum a new lease of life.
The home is small, with only 10 or 11 residents and an excellent staff to resident ratio, quite often there will be 4 or 5 staff on duty.
The staff are well trained and unfailingly kind, considerate and caring, every resident is treated as an individual and valued.
The activities organiser is in the home most afternoons and has a wonderful empathic personality.
The rooms vary in size but all are well equipped and maintained. The food is varied and freshly cooked each day.
The only disadvantage is perhaps the small size of the premises, with only on common room and dining room, but there is also a garden area for summer use.
It is a great relief to know our mum is being well looked after in this small homely environment. The staff and management are caring and efficient. My mum is as happy as she can be.
Old School House is a very small care home and therefore there is a nice family atmosphere, everyone knows each other which makes it special.
They are very diligent in all aspects of his care and provide a lovely, homely atmosphere.
There is a daily entertainment service which is very inclusive and encourages all the residents to join in.
Only having 11 residents is a real bonus.
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
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