Sandygate

57 Sandygate, Wath-upon-Dearne, Rotherham S63 7LU
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  • Sandygate, Rotherham
Situated in the heart of Wath-upon-Dearne, Sandygate provides residential, dementia and short-stay care for up to 54 residents in a warm and welcoming home with strong community ties. The home is close to local amenities, with places like Manvers Lake and Wentworth Garden Centre nearby—perfect for trips out or visiting family.

Originally built in 2000, Sandygate has recently been refurbished, offering bright en-suite bedrooms, modern lounges, and calm communal areas. The landscaped gardens feature raised beds, quiet corners, and even a resident rabbit, Flowers, who roams freely and brings joy to everyone she meets.

Meals are home-cooked, seasonal and shaped by resident feedback. Themed celebrations, birthday cakes inspired by residents’ hobbies, and baking sessions are part of daily life. From a Burns Night supper to a Kit Kat-shaped cake, dining here is full of personal touches.

Activity highlights include florist classes, music therapy, zoo visits, and community events like the Mad Hatter’s tea party. Outings to Cleethorpes Beach or Yorkshire Wildlife Park add adventure and variety, while robotic pets, chaplain support and long-serving staff ensure a truly person-centred experience.

At Sandygate, care isn’t just about support, it’s about creating a community where residents thrive. Whether you’re searching for yourself or a loved one, for residential, dementia or short-stay care, the team at Sandygate are here to help.
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Care Provided by Sandygate

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 54 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £905 – £1010
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £997 – £1071

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Sandygate to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Sandygate 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)

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jodi Harris (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (54)

Sandygate Reviews (59)

9.8

Sandygate has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.776) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sandygate has 59 reviews.

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Review from Yvonne G (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 28 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
When my mother-in-law first arrived three months ago she was reluctant to join in any activities, preferring her own company, after gentle persuasion and encouragement from staff, she now enjoys socialising with everyone and really enjoys it. The staff are brilliant with her, are always friendly and
approachable with us. She is very well cared for, her room is lovely, very clean and comfortable, she really loves the meals too! On our experience, I would recommend Sandygate to anyone wanting great care for a loved one.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Amanda B (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been in the care home two and a half years. The best thing for Mum. Mum is well looked after, clean, fed and safe. Mum does have off days where she wants to go home, but Mum doesn't know where home is. Would recommend Sandygate.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Peter G (Son of Resident) published on 28 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A warm, clean and welcoming atmosphere throughout the care home. Management and staff have been available to discuss my dad's condition. Discussions are always clear, professional and friendly. Dad is always complementary regarding the food. Staff have been caring during a difficult period for my dad.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from S M (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely, friendly care home. Visitors are made to feel welcome. Visitors are made to feel welcome. Mum is well cared for, and the staff know her and her needs and requirements, which is reassuring. Mum is always clean and tidy and enjoys her showers and baths. Her room is clean and well-maintained.
Thank you to all the staff who work to make this a safe and lovely place for Mum to live in and her needs be met.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Margaret P (Sister of Resident) published on 25 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The experience was excellent visiting the home for the first time and meeting the staff, and upon my brother taking residence, the support of the staff has been outstanding.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Jayne B (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The care home is lovely and clean. When you walk in it doesn't smell of urine like many homes do. The care staff are very caring and approachable if you have any issues.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Cheryl B (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been in Sandygate for almost a year during what have been very trying times because of the Covid outbreak. Having Mum in a care home was one of the most difficult decisions my family have had to make, but seeing how she has settled, we now know it was the best decision. Her care there has
been excellent, with staff going the extra mile to make sure all residents are cared for with the utmost compassion and dignity. We can settle knowing she is safe and cared for whilst we get to spend quality time with her. I will be eternally grateful for all they do.
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Review from G A (Son of Resident) published on 9 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since Mum has come to Sandygate, she has been welcomed and made feel like she is at home. My mum has never looked as good as she has for a while, Sandgate has made my mum the woman I remember. She has enjoyed the food and even put weight on, looking loads better. The staff are brilliant with my mum
and treat her with respect. My mum has not once asked to come home and enjoys being at Sandgate. My mum's personal hygiene is kept to a great standard, as this was something she struggled doing at home. Also, my mum has her hair done by the hairdresser regularly, which is maintained greatly. The management has been very helpful also, answering any questions and getting back to us to explain things that we didn't understand. I would recommend Sandygate to anyone, and I can not thank the staff at Sandygate enough. They all do a great job day in day out.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from G J (Sister of Resident) published on 9 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister was recently a resident at Sandygate for x4 weeks. She was admitted for respite following ill health. We felt she would never return home. However, with the kindness and support from staff, she regained her mobility, put on weight and seemed to flourish. The staff are kind, and my sister was
sad to leave (although happy to return to her husband).
We have not seen her this well for a long time. She is less confused and seems so much brighter.
When the time comes, she will go to Sandygate to live.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from A V (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's good to know that Mum is in safe hands, getting the care and support she needs.
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Review from Linda S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely staff. Mum is happy, safe and well looked after. Mum went into the home during the lockdown, however, we have always felt involved with the regular updates. The home is working hard to enable family visits. Mum likes the food and church services.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Ken B (Husband of Resident) published on 28 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Sandygate have been looking after my wife for the last two and a half years. In all that time the staff have treated my wife and me with nothing but kindness and respect. They have become like family. They always greet me with a smile when I visit and nothing is ever too much trouble. It
was the hardest thing I had to do, letting (what were then strangers) start to take care of my wife. I had no need to worry as she has received the best care I could have wished for. I would have no hesitation in recommending Sandygate to anyone.
Reply from Jodi Harris, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from K U (Niece of Resident) published on 25 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely lovely place, nothing is too much trouble. The staff are outstanding, caring and kind. I had my auntie staying at Sandygate until she passed away. I have nothing but praise for the staff, her room was clean and lovely. I will be forever grateful to all of you. Thank you so much.
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Review from Kay B (Niece of Resident) published on 18 November 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with this care home. My auntie's quality of life has improved a great deal. She now has the company, medication, care and stimulation that despite our love, we could no longer provide as a family. She can maintain her independence whilst nurturing the aspects of her individuality that
help her feel secure. The stimulation this home provides is perfect - particularly the hymn singing and church worship. At home she could no longer attend church. She now is able to sing the hymns she loves and recognises and feels part of a like-minded community. Thank you, the staff are caring and provide the care I would want to give myself if I could. It has been a positive move in my auntie's life.
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Review from Peter Y (Son of Resident) published on 22 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has received a good overall standard of care during her time in Sandygate. There have been peaks and troughs brought about by a very large number of different home managers, morale has thus suffered.
The present manager has a very professional and friendly manner and will hopefully bring
much-needed stability.
Most of the care staff are very friendly and go "the extra mile".
Reply from Dawn Newman, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Sue S (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
In my career, I have worked in NHS related employment for 40 years and have a good knowledge of care homes within Rotherham. When I had to select care for my mum because of her dementia it was a 'no brainer' Sandygate offer a standard of care second to none. It is more like a 5-star hotel! The management
team are exceptional, professional whilst being friendly and approachable. The staff are so caring, warm, friendly, good-humoured and trained to an exceptional standard. They are more than willing to go that 'extra mile'. My mum is treated as an individual, her every need catered for. Visiting is not restricted, it's an open house anytime to pop in for a cup of tea, just like my mums home. Brilliant.
Reply from Dawn Newman, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from G H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident at Sandygate since November, the move to a facility like this is always difficult, leaving one's care home and relinquishing one's independence is painful and traumatic but the staff here have shown such patience and genuine love for my mother that she has been made as
easy as it possibly could. Thank you to everyone.
Reply from Dawn Newman, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Robin W (Son of Resident) published on 25 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An extremely professional and friendly service from the initial enquiry to assessment and welcome for my mother. The staff always have a welcome smile and greeting. My mother's room was freshly painted and had a new carpet laid. The room is a good size with an en-suite.


My mother loves it here and

only has good things to say about the staff and food. It is so good to have found a place that is nearby and has everything she needs and to be cared for.
Reply from Dawn Newman, Home Manager at Sandygate
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Review from Lucy H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has just moved here from Oakwood Centre. She has been made to feel really welcome. Has a lovely little bedroom. Suffering from dementia it is great to see her so settled and joining in with the things as she had become so isolated at home.
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Review from Susan H (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has lived at Sandygate for almost 2 years now. She lives with Parkinson's-Dementia.
Her personal needs have changed. She now needs more help with her day to day living, after speaking with the manager I was reassured and very relieved to know my mum could move onto the dementia floor.
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settled into the home straight away and has throughout her time here received excellent care from all the hardworking and exceptional staff.
The home has a relaxed and calming atmosphere and choices for the residents are plentiful across all aspects.
Highly recommended.
Reply from Dawn Newman, Home Manager at Sandygate
Thank you so much for you kind words and I will pass this onto the team. Your comments mean a lot to me and the staff team.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.776)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.776) out of 10 for Sandygate is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 4.776 for Sandygate is calculated as follows: ( (226 Excellents x 5) + (56 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 286 Ratings = 4.776
  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 Sandygate is based on 24 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 54 registered maximum number of service users is 10.8, which has been reached with 24 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.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 10 Feb 2024

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Jodi Harris

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