St Mary's Care Home

North Walsham Road, Crostwick, Norwich NR12 7BZ
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9.6 56 Reviews
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St Mary's Care Home, based in the village of Crostwick near Norwich, provides high quality care in a friendly, welcoming care home.

The care home has a variety of interesting activities for residents to participate in, as well as trips out and performances by visiting entertainers.

Healthy, tasty food is served to suit residents' dietary requirements.
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Care Provided by St Mary's Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 44 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1300 – £1400
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1400 – £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1300 – £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1400 – £1400

These prices are only a guideline, please contact St Mary's Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact St Mary's Care Home to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Contact St Mary's Care Home to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Iwona Szumilas (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (32)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (6)

St Mary's Care Home Reviews (56)

9.6

St Mary's Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.621) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Mary's Care Home has 56 reviews.

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Review from M W (Relative of Resident) published on 24 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Rooms looked out onto the garden which was lovely, all the staff were polite and pleasant. Would definitely recommend St Mary’s to my family and friends. She always tells me the food is nice and there always seems to be available snacks and drinks.
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Review from Beshie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad enjoyed it at St Mary’s Care Home. All the staff were very kind and helpful, making his stay for 11 months the best they could. He made many friends and was grateful for how the careers looked after him, and enjoyed the activities that they did. I cannot fault the staff, they were all very good
and kind and always made visitors very welcome. A lovely care home.
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Review from L W (Friend of Resident) published on 6 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Visited my friend, who seems very happy here, she gets nice snacks and drinks, and she says the food is really good. She is pleased with the new activities lady who has put in new things like a toddler group and my friend's favourite, a walking group.
The staff were all lovely when I visited.
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Review from Judy T (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has been at St Mary’s for nearly five years and my mum for three years with him and always says to me I’m so glad you found this home. The carers are lovely and very caring and also welcoming when we visit.
Reply from Harriet Sharland, Marketing Assistant at St Mary's Care Home
We truly appreciate your positive feedback, Judy, and are delighted to know that your parents are happy in our care home. Our dedicated team works hard to provide the best possible care and support to…read more
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Review from Gillian B (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was at St Mary's for just over one year. All the staff were very friendly and caring. The home was always relaxed and calm. My mum enjoyed the activities she did, and I couldn't have wished for a better place for my mum. I would recommend this home to anyone.
Reply from Harriet Sharland, Marketing Assistant at St Mary's Care Home
Thank you, Gillian, for your kind comments about your mother's experience at St Mary's Care Home. Our residents’ well-being is our main priority, and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with…read more
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Review from J T (Friend of Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having visited a friend twice in recent months, I have found much to comment St Mary's Care Home. I have been welcomed by the staff, who knew exactly where my friend could be found and directed me accordingly. They were friendly and approachable, yet professional. The home has no smells of urine (which
I have found in other homes) and is bright and spotlessly clean. My friend's room overlooks the garden with a big window seeing her plants and is comfortable. In fact, it is just like "home", and my friend is happy and well cared for. Call bells are answered immediately, and staff are very much in evidence of caring and assisting residents. Love that the windows in her room care be opened, but have a safety device preventing anyone from getting in or out!
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Review from B K (Son of Resident) published on 5 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A very good care home with staff and management providing a solid base or residents to enjoy their "twilight" years. The ensuite bedrooms provide the residents with an excellent home surrounding! Food is first class, with frequent activities provided. It is without hesitation that I would recommend
St Mary's to anyone looking to place a loved one in care!
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Review from Virginia P (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother is treated with the utmost respect, and nothing is too much trouble for the wonderful staff at St Mary's.
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Review from M W (Relative of Resident) published on 9 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My partner's grandad was at St Mary's for respite, and we cannot fault them. All the staff were so kind, caring and professional; the whole home was clean and felt homely, unlike some other care homes. The care he received was amazing, and I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a home for
respite or permanent residence. The food was great too!
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Review from R M (Wife of Resident) published on 26 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was very well looked after during his two-week stay at St Mary's Care Home. All the staff were very kind and caring, and the food was very good. I do not know what the activities were like, as he did not wish to participate in any. I cannot fault the home.
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Review from W W (Son of Resident) published on 8 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum likes the home and says it's friendly and the staff are caring. It's warm and clean and easy to settle in. She is always clean, as are her clothes. When I visit, the home is clean and odourless, and the staff are helpful and polite. The manager is approachable and cheerful and always has a kind
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Review from Charles C (Husband of Resident) published on 18 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All of my reservations have been removed.
I have found our choice of St Mary's was very wise.
I cannot fault them for anything.
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Review from Celia E (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are so hardworking and caring. I am particularly pleased with how the residents are taken to the lounge and entertained when available and not just left in their rooms all day.
Reply from Katie Barnett, Marketing Executive at St Mary's Care Home
Thank you, Celia, for your positive feedback towards St Mary's Care Home. We are pleased to hear how satisfied you are with the care and activities provided by the home. We are committed to delivering…read more
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Review from P B (Son of Resident) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly and helpful staff. Accommodation clean, light and easy to navigate around. Good communication regarding medication and events.
Reply from Katie Barnett, Marketing Executive at St Mary's Care Home
Thank you for your feedback following your recent experience at our home. We are happy to learn it has been a positive one. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Have a…read more
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Review from B S (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 29 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel very comfortable here at St Mary's, and the staff are very helpful.
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Review from Lesley H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum got off to a rocky start in February but has since settled. The staff have been very understanding and willing to help. They are all very kind. It would be nice if they had a bit more time to chat to her as she's in her room all the time. I realise they are very busy and work hard. It's been an
eye-opener for me!
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Review from A H (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The home organised a Jubilee celebration, they created a relaxed yet fun environment with plenty of food and drink. The staff went over and above in their efforts to ensure everyone had a good time. It was a very special afternoon that I will remember fondly.
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Review from Francesca L (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother stayed in St Marys for 6-weeks following discharge from the hospital. The staff were all amazing and helped her settle in when she arrived very disorientated. The standard of care was excellent throughout, and they supported not only Mum but also me when it got difficult when she was confused.
Mum says the food is very good too! The management team were very good too and made things as easy as possible for the family. Thank you so much!
Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at St Mary's Care Home
Thank you, Francesca, for your positive feedback towards St Mary's Care Home. One of our top priorities is to provide comfort in the home, so all residents feel welcomed. We are so pleased to hear how…read more
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Review from Mark R (Son of Resident) published on 14 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My elderly mother entered the care home in August, bed-bound, extremely confused after a prolonged stay in the hospital and with a very poor prognosis. I was looking for a home that have her loving care, not a hotel, despite the situation. I can not praise the staff and management enough - my mother
has somewhat returned to us, still, bed/chair bound, but strong and more so happy. Well done, St Mary's.
Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at St Mary's Care Home
Thank you, Mark, for your positive feedback towards St Mary's Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority, so it is great to hear that you are so pleased with the quality of our care and…read more
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Review from N P (Resident) published on 31 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I live at St Mary's in Crostwick zone. The food is excellent and a good variety of food and plenty of it.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.621)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.621) out of 10 for St Mary's Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.621 for St Mary's Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (172 Excellents x 5) + (47 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) + (6 Poors x 2) + (2 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 235 Ratings = 4.621
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for St Mary's Care Home is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 44 registered maximum number of service users is 8.8, which has been reached with 19 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (4)

Iwona

Iwona Szumilas

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2024

I worked in the care sector for 13 years before I joined the St. Mary's Care Home team in 2024. I have previous experience in dementia and residential care, LD and mental health. I am passionate about making a difference in people's lives and building strong relationships with residents, their families and my team. St.


Mary's Care Home is a beautiful place with a great potential to become outstanding and has a homely atmosphere which our residents, staff and visitors enjoy. I am proud of my team who genuinely care about our residents' health & wellbeing and every day go above and beyond to make their lives happier and a little bit brighter. I lived in Norwich for 15 years and enjoyed every minute of it. I love travelling, spending time with family and friends and generally keeping myself occupied.

Jack

Jack Fish

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

I have worked in Care for around 10 years. I previously worked as a Deputy working with adults with physical and learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries and mental health conditions. One of my passions is Mental Health and Well-Being. I went to university in Cambridge where I received my degree in Abnormal and Clinical Psychology. I am Level 5 qualified and a Mental Health First Aider. I hope to do a Masters Degree in one of these fields. Outside of work I try and spend time with my friends as often as I can and enjoy attending as many concerts as I can.
I have always wanted to work in a setting where I am able to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Since starting Kingsley everyone has been very welcoming. We have a great team here who put the lives of the residents at the forefront of everything they do. I am very excited for my future with Kinglsey and where it will take me.

Sonia

Sonia Bright

Job Title: Administrator

I have worked in administration and office management for many years. Although I had worked across the NHS and the private care sector, I had taken a break from this professional area of work. Joining St Mary's has just been amazing. It's a great feeling being central at reception in seeing staff, residents and family. No one day is the same. We have an amazing team supporting all of our residents. Outside of work my family our my focus.

Lauren

Lauren Nield-Keeley

Job Title: Activities & Lifestyle Co-ordinator

I worked in the Holiday Park industry for 20 years, covering roles such as show team singer to Entertainments Manager, before moving over to Events Co-ordinator for those who owned their own holiday homes. After first-hand experience of finding care for a family member, I decided I would like to be a part of the care home sector to try and enrich the day-to-day lives of residents who live there, and so in January 2025, I joined the team at St Mary's Care Home. I enjoy providing a variety of activities that encourage and assist our residents to socialise and keep their independence through joining in. I enjoy spending time with the residents and getting to know them and their families. The atmosphere at St Mary's is a lovely balance of friendship and care between everyone who lives, works and visits our home.


Outside of wor,k I enjoy spending time with my family, my dog Molly and travelling.

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