
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.
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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 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
- 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
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.
Contact Marston 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
- 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 (107)
Marston Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.824) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Marston Court has 107 reviews.
We are delighted with the care and attention my father has/is still receiving.
My mother had been a resident for 4 years and died this year on the 29th August in her room, under the "hospital in the home" care plan. It was a difficult week for us and we were able to stay the whole week with her day and night. The staff not only cared for mum in every way, but also cared for my sister and I. All I have is praise for the staff, their concern, compassion and kindness is unforgettable. A million thank you's.
My mother has been going to Marston court daycare twice a week for a few months and we have been thoroughly impressed with the care and activities. Her condition deteriorated and we struggled for a few weeks and were desperate. We were so fortunate that Marston Court had a bed they scooped us up as a family and enveloped my mother and me in compassion and care. I cannot praise them enough and given that I can no longer manager her at home. I can't think of anywhere else she could be.
It started as 2 days and because she loves it so much due to the staff being so caring, thoughtful and sincere, she is felt so welcome and important, the days have increased. Whenever you enter, the staff always greet you and are always so happy to see my mother. They are always willing to help.
1st impressions of Marston Court are a friendly, homely place, no hospital smells or medical e1quipment in evidence. Not at all institutional. The staff are warm and caring and the day centre is very impressive and lifts Marston Court above 'warehousing'. My sister has improved amazingly since moving a year ago. She is physically better and has been encouraged and supported in her rediscovering her creativity. Thank you Marston Court.
Lovely care home and day centre, very welcoming staff and they make you feel at home. Great food and entertainment. Well done to everybody involved.
I cannot praise this care home enough. My sister in law was admitted to the care home 4.5 years ago and passed away peacefully there last month. During her stay, she received excellent care and was treated with the utmost respect and dignity at all times. Nothing was too much trouble. It was a great comfort to us as a family, to know she was so well looked after. Thank you to an amazing team, your care and dedication is a credit to the industry. We have no hesitation in recommending the home to others.
There are always a variety of activities and manage to take into account the residents ability. They all work very hard to help stimulate the residents.
I visited my Granny yesterday and I was delighted by the standard of care that she receives. Two members of staff were particularly kind and loving with my Granny, and I really do feel that Marston Court has a homely feel. Love and prayers to everyone at Marston Court and The Orders of St. John.
My husband has been a permanent resident at Marston Court since June 2018, having previously attended the day centre for a few months. It has been an extremely stressful time for us both but the staff have done their utmost to make sure that both our needs are met, with compassion, patience and above all kindness. The staff are very welcoming and receptive to any situation or request, meeting my husband's needs with understanding.
Carers are extremely good - thoughtful, patient, kind and attentive do 150% extra. Home; clean and well laid out especially the garden which is a great asset.
Good entertainment.
My sister is a resident at Marston Court. After a number of years when she has been in a poor state physically and mentally in the community, with many accidents and emergencies, she is thriving with the care and encouragement in Marston Court. I am very impressed with the amount and variety of activities provided, my sister, who has been very socially isolated, attends them all. When you go into the building, you sense a warm, friendly atmosphere. Staff are friendly and helpful. There are no institutional smells or medical equipment on display.
An exemplary care home whose excellence cascades down from the manager to reach every area and function in its operations. The staff are unwavering in their commitment to provide the highest possible standards. I have been taking my mother (dementia) there for 5 years for activities and respite. I wouldn't continue to do so if I felt their standards slipped, and they haven't.
The home is kept clean and tidy and the newly refurbished day room is a great asset.
My experience is I love Marston Court. Everything to me is excellent.
What a wonderful place. Staff and residents. Had reservations when told my Aunty she was going into a home. We need not have worried, we have never seen her so well and happy in a long time. Highly recommend the home.
On all my visits to the home over a four year period I always found staff to be friendly and helpful. It was clean, warm and well managed at all times. My mother's personal care was excellent, a good blend of informal and professional. Throughout her stay I was reassured that she was warm, well fed and cared for. I would highly recommend this home.
My mother in law was a resident of Marston Court for 4 years until she died. The care was always excellent - whenever we visited the atmosphere was open, honest and caring. Her main carer was so good at engaging my mother in law to care for herself, accept food and to feel relaxed and comfortable. Both my mother-in-law and I are nurses and we know good care when we see it. Marston Court was the best we could have hoped for her final years. Thank you.
Given my mother's character traits are exacerbated by her dementia, I feel the home do an amazing job to look after my mum because I cannot any longer.
They provide a lot of warmth, support and more importantly the continuity of kind care and persistence that allows my mother to continue to live as well as she does. Thank you.
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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
There are no accreditations posted yet for Marston Court.
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 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.
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