
I have found standards of care to be excellent. Mum is well looked after emotionally and physicallyHelen S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



I have found standards of care to be excellent. Mum is well looked after emotionally and physicallyHelen S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Marston Court is a thirty-nine capacity care home located in Oxford, dedicated to person-centred methods and offering quality residential, early-stage dementia and respite care for older people.
Care charity and provider The Orders of St John Care Trust are respected in the care sector for a flexible range of care provision, making the most of voluntary sector contributions in order to help vulnerable adults achieve a more dignified lifestyle.
Carers respect clients...
Marston Court is a thirty-nine capacity care home located in Oxford, dedicated to person-centred methods and offering quality residential, early-stage dementia and respite care for older people.
Care charity and provider The Orders of St John Care Trust are respected in the care sector for a flexible range of care provision, making the most of voluntary sector contributions in order to help vulnerable adults achieve a more dignified lifestyle.
Carers respect clients from all backgrounds, support an active and fulfilling lifestyle, and a nutritious diet, while maintaining strong local links.
Care Provided by Marston Court
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 39 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Marston Court to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
These services are: Personal care, accommodation,
utilities, use of communal areas, meals, drinks and
snacks, laundry (excluding dry cleaning),
housekeeping, maintenance and activities run by the
home.
physiotherapy, occupational therapy, opticians, hairdressing,
medications, toiletries, clothing, newspapers/magazines.
During your stay, you may need to purchase additional goods
and services. If they are able to provide such goods and
services, they will tell you how much these goods and services
will cost and they expect that you will pay for these goods and
services at the time you request them.
They can accompany loved ones to private appointments,
however the fee attached to this is £21 per hour. Where private taxi
services are used for transportation to appointments the cost should
be paid for by yourself.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Marston Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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
- Sharon Fenn (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 1996
Room Information
- Single Rooms (39)
Marston Court Reviews (111)
Marston Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Marston Court has 111 reviews.
My mother in law visits the day-care weekly. The team are brilliant and always make her feel welcome, remembering many details about her and what she likes. The activities are varied and keep her stimulated. She looks forward to her visits and we will be increasing to twice weekly. It's a good...
My mother in law visits the day-care weekly. The team are brilliant and always make her feel welcome, remembering many details about her and what she likes. The activities are varied and keep her stimulated. She looks forward to her visits and we will be increasing to twice weekly. It's a good respite from her daily routine and gives the family peace of mind that she's in a safe happy place.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, the team are so grateful. We absolutely love seeing your mother in law at our day centre, she gets on so well with everyone and really enjoys all the activities. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.
My dad has recently moved into Marston Court as a resident. He previously attended day care there regularly for a number of years so it was already very familiar to him and to us. We knew how amazing all the staff and management team were at understanding the needs of the individual residents and...
We were given excellent help and support in dealing with the process of my dad moving in as a resident and have now seen how Marston Court operates from another side and have only been more impressed by every aspect of the care and management of the place. My dad settled in very quickly, he has Alzheimer's and it's so reassuring to know that he is in safe hands. Thank you!
Thank you for such lovely feedback. It's wonderful to hear that your dad has settled into life at Marston Court so well, especially having been part of the day care community for so many years. We know that moving into a care home is a big step for families, and we're really pleased that the team...
Thank you for such lovely feedback. It's wonderful to hear that your dad has settled into life at Marston Court so well, especially having been part of the day care community for so many years. We know that moving into a care home is a big step for families, and we're really pleased that the team has helped make the transition as smooth as possible. Your kind words mean a great deal, and we'll be sure to share them with everyone here. It is a real honour caring for your dad - he makes us smile every day. Thank you for trusting us to care for him. If we can be of any further assistance please don't hesitate to get in touch.
I was very happy to see the cleanliness and cheerfulness and all round good vibe! Many thanks, and keep up the great work.
I was very happy to see the cleanliness and cheerfulness and all round good vibe! Many thanks, and keep up the great work.
Thank you so much for your 5-star review of our home, it's awesome to read how highly you rate our home and the care provided. We will most definitely keep up the great work - thanks once again for the kind words.
I like it here, the people are very nice, it's better for me to be here than alone in my flat. I enjoy the activities and the lovely feeling of security and being cared for so well. Lovely!
I like it here, the people are very nice, it's better for me to be here than alone in my flat. I enjoy the activities and the lovely feeling of security and being cared for so well. Lovely!
Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoy living here and feel safe, secure and well cared for. It's wonderful to know that you enjoy the activities and the company of the people around you too. Most of all, we're delighted that you feel happier here than being alone...
Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoy living here and feel safe, secure and well cared for. It's wonderful to know that you enjoy the activities and the company of the people around you too. Most of all, we're delighted that you feel happier here than being alone in your flat. Creating a warm, friendly place where everyone feels at home is so important to us. Thank you for your lovely words!
Marston Court have been welcoming and caring throughout my mother's stay, all members of staff are friendly, helpful and seem to be very happy to work there. I have complete confidence in their abilities to sensitively meet my mother's needs and keep me informed and included.
Marston Court have been welcoming and caring throughout my mother's stay, all members of staff are friendly, helpful and seem to be very happy to work there. I have complete confidence in their abilities to sensitively meet my mother's needs and keep me informed and included.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that you and your mum have felt so welcomed and cared for at Marston Court, and that the warmth and happiness of the team comes across in their work. It means a great deal to know that you have confidence in our ability to meet...
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that you and your mum have felt so welcomed and cared for at Marston Court, and that the warmth and happiness of the team comes across in their work. It means a great deal to know that you have confidence in our ability to meet your mum's needs with care and sensitivity, while keeping you informed and involved. Thank you for your trust and for taking the time to share such kind words with the team.
My dad's best friend is a resident in the home, and my mum was concerned about him being admitted. Although an older home, all staff were friendly and approachable. We sat with the resident for drink, he had his breakfast as well. Communication with all staff was knowledgeable. My mum and I left...
My dad's best friend is a resident in the home, and my mum was concerned about him being admitted. Although an older home, all staff were friendly and approachable. We sat with the resident for drink, he had his breakfast as well. Communication with all staff was knowledgeable. My mum and I left knowing he is in the right place, being cared for.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We completely understand how worrying it can be when someone you care about moves into a home, so it's lovely to hear that our team were able to put your mum at ease. We're glad you felt welcomed, that you could spend time together over a drink and...
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We completely understand how worrying it can be when someone you care about moves into a home, so it's lovely to hear that our team were able to put your mum at ease. We're glad you felt welcomed, that you could spend time together over a drink and breakfast, and that our staff were friendly, approachable, and able to answer your questions. It means a great deal to know that you both left feeling confident that your dad's friend is in the right place and being well cared for. Thank you for taking the time to let us know - your reassurance and trust really do mean a lot to us.
From moving in 13 months ago until his recent death my husband has been cared for in the most amazing way by every single member of staff with loving courtesy and encouragement to have as fulfilling a life as possible.The whole family have also benefitted enormously by being involved with many...
From moving in 13 months ago until his recent death my husband has been cared for in the most amazing way by every single member of staff with loving courtesy and encouragement to have as fulfilling a life as possible.The whole family have also benefitted enormously by being involved with many activities provided, and the same level of care shown to us. It is a wonderful home and I highly recommend it.
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review. We are deeply sorry for your loss and are truly honoured that we were able to care for your husband during his time with us. It means a great deal to hear that he was supported with such kindness, encouragement and compassion, and that he was...
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review. We are deeply sorry for your loss and are truly honoured that we were able to care for your husband during his time with us. It means a great deal to hear that he was supported with such kindness, encouragement and compassion, and that he was able to enjoy a fulfilling life with us. We're also very touched to know that your family felt welcomed, supported and involved throughout, and that the care extended to you as well. Your kind words will be shared with the whole team as a reminder of the importance of the care they provide every day. Thank you again for your trust and for such a thoughtful recommendation.
Mum lived at Marston Court for 4 months and, from when we looked around until she left, she and all the family were treated with kindness. Support has been both caring and professional and we were encouraged to bring in personal belongings and furniture to ensure Mum's room reflected her...
The home is spotlessly clean, food is well presented and tasty and smiles, from every member of staff, plentiful. A 'homely home' and one I recommend.
What a really lovely 5- star review, we are so grateful for your very kind words about our home and team members. We pride ourselves on creating a homely environment and for that to be recognised by residents' families means the world to us. We also really appreciate you recommending us, you cant...
What a really lovely 5- star review, we are so grateful for your very kind words about our home and team members. We pride ourselves on creating a homely environment and for that to be recognised by residents' families means the world to us. We also really appreciate you recommending us, you cant get a better accolade than that. As you said, your mum wasn't with us long but made a real impact and will be missed. Please do pop in for tea and cake if you're ever nearby, you will always be welcome. Very best wishes from our family to yours.
My father is staying in Marston Court for respite care while his wife is in hospital. I found the whole process from the in-home assessment by the management team, to getting Dad settled in, was professional, personable and stress-free. During Dad's stay, we have found the whole team extremely...
My father is staying in Marston Court for respite care while his wife is in hospital. I found the whole process from the in-home assessment by the management team, to getting Dad settled in, was professional, personable and stress-free. During Dad's stay, we have found the whole team extremely caring and approachable. Dad has settled in very well, and I attribute this to the professionalism of the care team.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're very pleased to hear that the process, from the initial assessment through to your father settling in, felt professional, supportive and stress-free. It's lovely to know that your father has settled in so well during his respite stay and...
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're very pleased to hear that the process, from the initial assessment through to your father settling in, felt professional, supportive and stress-free. It's lovely to know that your father has settled in so well during his respite stay and that you've found the whole team caring and approachable. Your kind words about the professionalism of the care team mean a great deal and will be shared with everyone at Marston Court Care Home.
Marston Court have provided my father-in-law with respite care just when we needed it! The staff made us all very welcome and provided great support and kindness to my father-in-law. I cannot thank them enough for helping us when we were at a crisis point!
Marston Court have provided my father-in-law with respite care just when we needed it! The staff made us all very welcome and provided great support and kindness to my father-in-law. I cannot thank them enough for helping us when we were at a crisis point!
Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt feedback. We're really pleased that Marston Court Care Home was able to support your family at such a difficult time. It means a great deal to hear that the team made you feel welcome and provided your father-in-law with the care, kindness and support...
Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt feedback. We're really pleased that Marston Court Care Home was able to support your family at such a difficult time. It means a great deal to hear that the team made you feel welcome and provided your father-in-law with the care, kindness and support he needed. Your appreciation will be shared with the whole team - thank you again for taking the time to leave such a positive review.
Our uncle who has dementia is new to the Marston Court care home and his needs are many, but we could not have found the staff to be any more helpful. All the staff we have spoken to so far have been so kind to him and very professional too. They had everything sorted for him in record times and...
The facilities are great and the property is well maintained.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that your uncle is settling in well at Marston Court Care Home and that our team have been able to support him quickly, kindly, and professionally. It's wonderful to know that you're happy with the facilities and the care he's receiving - your encouraging words mean a great deal to the whole team and will be shared with them.
My mum has been in Marston Court since January 2025. I recently retired and me and my wife were working in a new care home which opened in 2024. My only criticism of Marston Court is the residents rooms are not ensuite. However Martson Court has a very good staff to residents ratio. The whole of...
My mum has been in Marston Court since January 2025. I recently retired and me and my wife were working in a new care home which opened in 2024. My only criticism of Marston Court is the residents rooms are not ensuite. However Martson Court has a very good staff to residents ratio. The whole of staff are very caring/considerate/helpful and have a true passion for there work. They make me feel that my mother is cared for with the upmost respect. Well done!
Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review of our home and the team here. Respect is something very important to us, so I'm glad this is visible. Do let us know if there is anything further we can do for your mother.
I would highly recommend this lovely care home. The staff from management, carers, activity staff, cooks, cleaners etc. are all so friendly, it's very heart warming to see how much the residents are centre of importance to them. They encourage them to enjoy and participate with daily activities....
I would highly recommend this lovely care home. The staff from management, carers, activity staff, cooks, cleaners etc. are all so friendly, it's very heart warming to see how much the residents are centre of importance to them. They encourage them to enjoy and participate with daily activities. The atmosphere is amazing and lovely to see everyone enjoying themselves. All staff are a credit to the running of such a loving and caring place. Mum loved her last 5 1/2 months there. We will miss them because they became like family.
Thank you so very much for your really lovely words about our team, the home and the care we give to our residents, this has made our day. We are so grateful, thank you. We pride ourselves on being a home-from-home care home with a family feel where everyone is seen and part of our Marston...
Thank you so very much for your really lovely words about our team, the home and the care we give to our residents, this has made our day. We are so grateful, thank you. We pride ourselves on being a home-from-home care home with a family feel where everyone is seen and part of our Marston community. We're so glad that this shows. We loved caring for your mum, she will be missed. Our door is always open, you're always welcome to pop in for a tea or cake if you're passing us.
I'm pleased my mother-in-law has settled into the home well, the staff are excellent towards my mother care, (dementia). As a family, we are very happy to know my mother-in-law is secure and her needs are being attented too. The ratio of staff to residents is far better than the private care home I...
I'm pleased my mother-in-law has settled into the home well, the staff are excellent towards my mother care, (dementia). As a family, we are very happy to know my mother-in-law is secure and her needs are being attented too. The ratio of staff to residents is far better than the private care home I work in as a receptionist/Hairdresser.
Thank you for leaving us a lovely review of our home, we really appreciate the feedback. That's really interesting to know about the staff ratio, we appreciate you telling us. If we can assist your mother-in-law any further please do reach out, we'd be happy to help.
We have been incredibly impressed with the care that my dad has received but also with the patient and understanding way that all the staff have helped us to settle dad in the Marston care home. Learning to live with dementia has been incredibly tough for us as a family and the staff have all gone...
We have been incredibly impressed with the care that my dad has received but also with the patient and understanding way that all the staff have helped us to settle dad in the Marston care home. Learning to live with dementia has been incredibly tough for us as a family and the staff have all gone out of their way to make my dad and his family feel safe and cared for.
Thank you for leaving us a 5-star review, it means the world to us. We understand the dementia journey can be tough for the whole family so if there is every anything you need from us, please do reach out. It's an honour ad a privilege caring for your dad.
From the first time my mum and i walked in Marston court, we was welcomed with smiles and very friendly staff and residents. The care home is immaculate, bright and such a happy place for my mum to stay. She's only been there 3 weeks and is a completely different person. Happy, more healthy. Which...
From the first time my mum and i walked in Marston court, we was welcomed with smiles and very friendly staff and residents. The care home is immaculate, bright and such a happy place for my mum to stay. She's only been there 3 weeks and is a completely different person. Happy, more healthy. Which is so nice to see,as she has dementia and was inclining at home on her own. Everything in Marston court, down to the staff, cleanliness the food. Entertainment i could go on and on. Absolutely fantastic place for any elderly person needing to reside in a care home. I really can't praise it enough.
Wow, what a fantastic review of our home; we are so incredibly grateful to receive this incredible 5-star review. Our team will be so thrilled to read your feedback. We cannot get a better review than this. Thank you so much. It is an absolute pleasure caring for your mum; she makes us smile so...
Wow, what a fantastic review of our home; we are so incredibly grateful to receive this incredible 5-star review. Our team will be so thrilled to read your feedback. We cannot get a better review than this. Thank you so much. It is an absolute pleasure caring for your mum; she makes us smile so much. Please let us know if there is anything further we can do for her or your family; we'd be happy to help.
We are so grateful that my mother was treated with such dignity and respect in her final days.
We will never forget.
We are so grateful that my mother was treated with such dignity and respect in her final days.
We will never forget.
We are so sorry for your loss, it was a pleasure caring for your mother - she will be missed by us all. Thank you for your kind words about our home and the team here, we really appreciate it. Our condolences to you and your family from everyone here at Marston Court.
My husband was admitted for a weeks respite at short notice and from speaking to the first contact + their manager, I had a very good feeling about the home This feeling remained where I took him in. The staff were welcoming and the home was clean and well cared for. The home had a very welcoming...
My husband was admitted for a weeks respite at short notice and from speaking to the first contact + their manager, I had a very good feeling about the home This feeling remained where I took him in. The staff were welcoming and the home was clean and well cared for. The home had a very welcoming feeling and was felt by the visitors were went in to see my husband. We would definitely use Marston Court again. Thank you to all staff.
It's absolutely our pleasure! We loved caring for your husband and meeting you. Please let us know if there is anything further we can do for you and do contact us if you'd like to book our respite service again. We have some great events planned this year, do join us - we'd love to see you both.
All of Dads needs were completely catered for. Nothing was too much trouble and the staff friendly and attentive at all times. As relatives we were never made to feel unwelcome or in the way. Marston Court is highly recommended
All of Dads needs were completely catered for. Nothing was too much trouble and the staff friendly and attentive at all times. As relatives we were never made to feel unwelcome or in the way. Marston Court is highly recommended
Thank you so much for leaving us a 5-star rating and for your personal recommendation of our home - we are so grateful.
Having visited Marston Court on many occasions prior to and since her admission, we have always been very impressed with...
Having visited Marston Court on many occasions prior to and since her admission, we have always been very impressed with the loving, thoughtful, kind and outstanding care.
The staff are very patient and do their very best to listen, observe and meet the needs of the residents.
There is a lovely open space where a variety of activities take place, including a gentle exercise class for those who wish to attend, also musical activities etc.
Last year we attended a very special live musical event in the garden, which included a display of owls.
Heartfelt thanks to all of you for your wonderful care.
Thank you so much for a truly wonderful review of our home. We greatly appreciate it! Our team will be so thrilled to read how highly you praise them and the care they provide to our residents. Please do come and say hello next time you're visiting your friend, we'd love to see you.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 27 July 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
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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
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Meet the Team (1)

Sharon started working in a residential home in Oxford in 1982, initially part-time helping with evening refreshments and weekend care work whilst...
Sharon started working in a residential home in Oxford in 1982, initially part-time helping with evening refreshments and weekend care work whilst still studying. Sharon’s plans were to join the Police, however, she soon realised that working in care was to be her pathway, never leaving but gaining experience in all job roles until becoming a Home Manager in 2001.
Sharon currently manages Marston Court in Oxford gaining a ‘Good’ with one ‘Outstanding’ on the last CQC Inspection.
Sharon has many hobbies outside of the workplace including playing in a brass band, playing the flute, vice president of the Sandford on Thames WI, spiritual and reiki healer. Sharon will often play her flute for the residents or runs an activity of crafts & flower arranging.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marston Court
How much does Marston Court cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person between £1,460 and £1,555 for residential care (respite between £1,610 and £1,695). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority.
What types of Care is Marston Court registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Marston Court have?
There are 39 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Marston Court?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Marston Court to the centre of Oxford?
1.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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