
I wish to thank all the staff from my heart at the home for the care for my fatherRobert I(Resident / Service User)



I wish to thank all the staff from my heart at the home for the care for my fatherRobert I(Resident / Service User)



Nestled in the leafy village of Theydon Bois, Frank Foster House offers a magical world within its walls. Sensory items on the walls, to touch, to listen to, to see. The sea life scene on the first floor is exquisite.
In addition, Frank Foster have created a 21st Century room with a computer for internet surfing and emails together with the Wii games. In great contrast is the small Chapel for...
Nestled in the leafy village of Theydon Bois, Frank Foster House offers a magical world within its walls. Sensory items on the walls, to touch, to listen to, to see. The sea life scene on the first floor is exquisite.
In addition, Frank Foster have created a 21st Century room with a computer for internet surfing and emails together with the Wii games. In great contrast is the small Chapel for tranquillity and religious wishes.
Activities are always available whether crafts, painting, games a stay at Frank Foster is always pleasurable and entertaining.
Frank Foster House was rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC following an inspection in March 2018.
Care Provided by Frank Foster House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 80 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
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The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Frank Foster House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nicolas Kee Mew (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (9)
Visiting
- Upon arriving at the home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. The home kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building. In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.
Parking
- The home includes dedicated parking spaces.
Frank Foster House Reviews (161)
Frank Foster House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.862) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Frank Foster House has 161 reviews.
my mum went into Frank Foster House nearly a year ago and I was not sure what to expect as she forgets so much but the staff and management here have been excellent, they all know her name and all give her a hug. There is always an activity going on from sing-alongs to trips out, their meals always...
my mum went into Frank Foster House nearly a year ago and I was not sure what to expect as she forgets so much but the staff and management here have been excellent, they all know her name and all give her a hug. There is always an activity going on from sing-alongs to trips out, their meals always look great and mum has put some weight back on that she had lost when she was at home. All in all, I am so pleased my husband and I choose this home for my mum. COULD NOT FIND BETTER. EXCELLENT!
Fantastic residential home. 100% recommend.
From the care home manager...
Fantastic residential home. 100% recommend.
From the care home manager through to health care assistants, laundry lady and all the staff.
The staff are always helpful and accommodating. The building has just been redecorated and is always clean and tidy.
The staff are always helpful and accommodating. The building has just been redecorated and is always clean and tidy.
Thank you to everyone from me.
Thank you to everyone from me.
My mum was wonderfully well looked after during her time at Frank Foster. The staff were caring, professional and supportive to the family throughout my mums final months. I cannot speak highly enough of the staff. Thank you to them.
My mum was wonderfully well looked after during her time at Frank Foster. The staff were caring, professional and supportive to the family throughout my mums final months. I cannot speak highly enough of the staff. Thank you to them.
My mum received excellent friendly and compassionate care while a resident at Frank Foster House. During her last few days, while mum's family sat with her, staff were so kind to us all offering tea, coffee and biscuits and sandwiches during the long day and hugs and support. I would not hesitate...
My mum received excellent friendly and compassionate care while a resident at Frank Foster House. During her last few days, while mum's family sat with her, staff were so kind to us all offering tea, coffee and biscuits and sandwiches during the long day and hugs and support. I would not hesitate in recommending this care home to other families looking for a place for their loved one. Thank you.
Since mum went to Frank Foster, she has been so well looked after. All the staff are professional and caring. I was worried about her going into a home, but they always put my mind at ease. There are lots of little things that were looked after, they got to know her ways and her routines. I know...
Since mum went to Frank Foster, she has been so well looked after. All the staff are professional and caring. I was worried about her going into a home, but they always put my mind at ease. There are lots of little things that were looked after, they got to know her ways and her routines. I know she was a little difficult to look after since having dementia, but they more than rose to the task. Thank you.
My mother in law is being cared for in a dignified manner, she has put weight on and seems happy. The facilities are great and her room is lovely. The food is delicious.
My mother in law is being cared for in a dignified manner, she has put weight on and seems happy. The facilities are great and her room is lovely. The food is delicious.
When I found out that Dad had to go into a care home, I was upset and very anxious about finding the right one. I can honestly say that as soon as I entered this home, I felt at ease straight away. Dad has been a resident for just over three months now and has settled in nicely. The staff and...
When I found out that Dad had to go into a care home, I was upset and very anxious about finding the right one. I can honestly say that as soon as I entered this home, I felt at ease straight away. Dad has been a resident for just over three months now and has settled in nicely. The staff and management are so friendly and cannot do enough for you. Communication is very good and the care is brilliant. I know Dad enjoys the activities and it's good that I can join in too. As a family, we only wanted the very best for our lovely Dad and we have certainly found it with Frank Foster House.
My dad has been in the Frank Foster House since June 2016. He took a while to settle but now seems happier than he has for a long time. The staff are wonderful, helpful and kind. Any worries or concerns that we have had have been dealt with speedily and considerately. The twice daily activities...
My dad has been in the Frank Foster House since June 2016. He took a while to settle but now seems happier than he has for a long time. The staff are wonderful, helpful and kind. Any worries or concerns that we have had have been dealt with speedily and considerately. The twice daily activities provided for residents are second to none and ensure that their mental and physical capabilities are regularly challenged. It is so refreshing to visit a home where everyone is valued, staff and residents alike and where real care is shown by all. It was a huge decision to place my dad in a care home and we were very worried about it, but we definitely made the right decision to put him in the caring hands of Frank Foster House.
Frank foster House is always clean, no bad smelling areas and in good condition. We visited at all times of the day. My Mother-in-Law is happy and loves the activities. She is always clean, appropriately dressed and looks in good health. We noticed too, that drinks are always being offered which is...
Frank foster House is always clean, no bad smelling areas and in good condition. We visited at all times of the day. My Mother-in-Law is happy and loves the activities. She is always clean, appropriately dressed and looks in good health. We noticed too, that drinks are always being offered which is important as elderly folk do not drink enough.
My mother was in the Frank Foster House Care Home for 16 months and the care she received was exemplary. The carers were so kind and patient, nothing was too much trouble. The food could possibly have been more imaginative and the home could have provided ramps between the room where necessary....
My mother was in the Frank Foster House Care Home for 16 months and the care she received was exemplary. The carers were so kind and patient, nothing was too much trouble. The food could possibly have been more imaginative and the home could have provided ramps between the room where necessary. They have been requested many times. However, the care she received even made up for this.
Staff are very friendly, facilities are very good, the manager is outstanding, the day was very good (came for street party).
Staff are very friendly, facilities are very good, the manager is outstanding, the day was very good (came for street party).
What a day, all the staff were very friendly and welcoming, the food was very good. All the facilities were very good and the management was the best I had seen. Had a great day.
What a day, all the staff were very friendly and welcoming, the food was very good. All the facilities were very good and the management was the best I had seen. Had a great day.
Frank Foster Home organised a street party for all residents and families for the Queens 90th Birthday. The manager, staff and carers worked extremely hard making it a spectacular occasion. Tables were set up early in the morning and beautifully decorated fir for the Queen. The chef made a...
Frank Foster Home organised a street party for all residents and families for the Queens 90th Birthday. The manager, staff and carers worked extremely hard making it a spectacular occasion. Tables were set up early in the morning and beautifully decorated fir for the Queen. The chef made a magnificent cake, the residents and friends enjoyed a barbecue and entertainment with the singer. The local traders contributed generously and everyone had a memorable day.
Over the past two months our father has been cared for by the home is an exemplary fashion. We have been extremely impressed by the quality of care provided and the conduct of all staff members. Consequently we have experienced peace of mind in re3lation to our fathers health and wellbeing at all...
Over the past two months our father has been cared for by the home is an exemplary fashion. We have been extremely impressed by the quality of care provided and the conduct of all staff members. Consequently we have experienced peace of mind in re3lation to our fathers health and wellbeing at all times. we would unreservedly recommend this home to friends and family. Thank you.
My sister who is a resident in Frank Foster House has been there for about a month and is quite happy there. The staff and management are very helpful and are always happy to help if you have a problem. On Saturday 11th June they held a street party for the Queens Birthday and held a BBQ which was...
My sister who is a resident in Frank Foster House has been there for about a month and is quite happy there. The staff and management are very helpful and are always happy to help if you have a problem. On Saturday 11th June they held a street party for the Queens Birthday and held a BBQ which was very nice. They also had a very good singer to entertain the residents and family who attended, it must have had a lot of effort put into it to be such a success.
When I visited (in a social cull) I was very impressed with the decoration and overall cleanliness of the home. I enjoyed meeting members of the staff again, and having chats with various people who live there. All said how happy and well cared for they were by the staff. My brother who...
I found the manager very very helpful and considerate to all and I am so pleased that I called in again. I have a friend who has been to see Frank Foster's who was also very impressed and he has his mothers name on the waiting list. We as a family recommend Frank Fosters.
My mother in law's health and well being has improved dramatically since moving into Frank Foster House. She has made friends, participates in activities which were unavailable before, eats well and is cared for and assisted in all her needs in a very professional manner.
My mother in law's health and well being has improved dramatically since moving into Frank Foster House. She has made friends, participates in activities which were unavailable before, eats well and is cared for and assisted in all her needs in a very professional manner.
Mum looks well and looks very well cared for and settled (although she's forgetful!). Her room is clean as is the rest of the home. Everyone we have come in contact with is friendly and helpful. Mum looks so much better than when she first came in. Thank you.
Mum looks well and looks very well cared for and settled (although she's forgetful!). Her room is clean as is the rest of the home. Everyone we have come in contact with is friendly and helpful. Mum looks so much better than when she first came in. Thank you.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 19 April 2023Requires improvement
- CaringRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- 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
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News (107) & Events (0)
- 22 Oct 2026
Frank Foster House Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes group, celebrated Staff Appreciation Day and Chef Appreciation Day, recognising the dedication and commitment of the entire team. The celebration...
- 15 Oct 2026
Frank Foster House Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes group, is celebrating after manager Nicolas and the team raised over £750 for Cancer Research UK through the Royal Parks...
- 17 Sep 2026
The Frank Foster House care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, is celebrating Housekeeping Week by recognising and thanking its wonderful housekeeping team for the hard work and care...
There are no upcoming events for Frank Foster House.
Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Frank Foster House.
Meet the Team (11)

I am originally from Mauritius and I started my career in Social Care at Frank Foster House in 2006 as a housekeeper. I left Runwood to become a...
I am originally from Mauritius and I started my career in Social Care at Frank Foster House in 2006 as a housekeeper. I left Runwood to become a manager of some successful care homes that were rated outstanding and decided to come back as the manager.
In 2017, I won the National Dementia Care Award for Inspiring Leader and also in 2021, I received a British Citizen Award for volunteering work in the community.
I am very proud to be part of the Frank Foster House Family, and I was amazed at the incredible support I have received from my colleagues, residents, and relatives. I enjoy seeing the residents happy and well looked after, and I am proud to be able to lead the team in reaching an excellent standard of care.

Hi welcome to Frank Foster House
I was a carer at one of the other Runwood Homes care home since 2020 and i asked for a transfer to Frank Foster...
Hi welcome to Frank Foster House
I was a carer at one of the other Runwood Homes care home since 2020 and i asked for a transfer to Frank Foster House.
As a Filipina, I love to sing and enjoy entertaining the residents, which brings me a lot of joy. What I love most about my job is making the residents happy—it truly makes my day. In my spare time, I focus on resting and recharging so I can always bring my best to work.
Building relationships with residents and their families is incredibly rewarding. I take pride in being part of a team that promotes dignity and quality of life for those we serve. The challenges of the role keep me engaged and motivated, and I am grateful for the chance to contribute to such a vital community.

I encourage meaningful activities whilst maintaining independence, choice and dignity, enabling residents to live as full and active a life as...
I encourage meaningful activities whilst maintaining independence, choice and dignity, enabling residents to live as full and active a life as possible. Activities are tailored to each individual’s interests and hobbies so that no one is left out. My hobbies include exercise, cycling, travel and socialising.
I am a nutrition champion at Frank Foster House

Hi, my name is Rasa and I am the care team leader at Frank Foster House. I started as a carer and became a Care team leader. I love my job as a care team leader.

My name is Misbah and I am the dementia Champion at Frank Foster House.
I love my job at Frank Foster House.

I have a team of 8 domestic.
I enjoy my work and also passionate about the residents.

Arial brings with him over 20 years of experience, primarily working in care homes. Originally from the Philippines, he has a strong passion for...
Arial brings with him over 20 years of experience, primarily working in care homes. Originally from the Philippines, he has a strong passion for cooking—especially when it comes to preparing nutritious and delicious meals for older people.
Outside the kitchen, Arial is an animal lover and has a beloved dog. He’s excited to be part of the team and looks forward to getting to know everyone

Meet Subashi, who has been a valued member of the Frank Foster House team for 13 years. She began her journey with us as a carer and has continued to...
Meet Subashi, who has been a valued member of the Frank Foster House team for 13 years. She began her journey with us as a carer and has continued to grow and contribute with dedication and compassion.
Subashi is a proud mum of two daughters and was highly commended at the Great British Care Awards 2024 in the Ancillary Worker category — a wonderful recognition of her hard work and commitment.
She shared that she is passionate about caring for olde

Saba is a compassionate Activity Coordinator with a passion for art and creativity, using painting, crafts, music, and reminiscence to brighten...
Saba is a compassionate Activity Coordinator with a passion for art and creativity, using painting, crafts, music, and reminiscence to brighten residents’ lives. With over two years of experience in UK care homes, she designs and delivers engaging, dementia-friendly activities that inspire joy, spark meaningful memories, and encourage self-expression. Her goal is to ensure each resident feels valued, connected, and truly at home.

My name is Giedre, and I am the Care Team Leader and Dementia Champion at Frank Foster House.
I began my journey here 12 years ago as a Kitchen...
My name is Giedre, and I am the Care Team Leader and Dementia Champion at Frank Foster House.
I began my journey here 12 years ago as a Kitchen Assistant, and over the years, I have been fortunate to grow within the team and develop my career in care. Today, I am proud to lead and support our care team while also championing best practices in dementia care.
I am deeply passionate about working with the elderly, and I find great purpose in making a positive difference to the lives of our residents. Frank Foster House is a very special place to me, and I am proud to be part of such a dedicated and caring team.

Andreea is originally from Romania and has a background in nursing, having worked as a nurse between 2012 and 2015. She holds a BA degree in Health...
Andreea is originally from Romania and has a background in nursing, having worked as a nurse between 2012 and 2015. She holds a BA degree in Health and Social Care from Anglia Ruskin University. She is also a mother of two children and is currently studying Nursing at the University of Sunderland, further developing her professional knowledge and skills.
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