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Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home

Iveson Rise, Lawnswood, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS16 6NB
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I could not be more pleased with the level of care and attention she receivedCarol B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home, Leeds
The staff are caring, attentive and always willing to help and go the extra mile for my mumV R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home, Leeds
Cookridge Court is what I would describe asRoger L(Son of Resident/Service User)
Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home, Leeds

This welcoming, 96-bed care home spans three floors, providing expert residential and dementia care for both long and short stays. Nestled in a sunny, south-facing location overlooking a nearby school, they foster intergenerational connections through regular school visits. Residents enjoy balconies adorned with plants, a cinema room, and a bar perfect for family gatherings.

The in-house chefs offer a varied menu daily, using seasonal ingredients and catering to all dietary...  

Care Provided by Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home

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 96 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,383N/A

This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.

Contact Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home 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

Person in charge

  • Sandra Roche (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2011

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (96)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (96)

Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home Reviews (107)

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9.9

Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.879) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Cookridge Court Care Home has 107 reviews.

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Review from Deborah L (Niece of Resident) published on 31 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff very pleasant and helpful. My aunt seems happy here.

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Review from June B (Wife of Resident) published on 31 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband has always been happy at Cookridge Care Home. Although his memory is bad, he has never lost his rather "naughty" sense of humour and gets on well with the staff. His room is kept clean, his clothes are well laundered and his personal hygiene is good - apart from the occasional missed shave!

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Review from Hazel B (Resident / Service User) published on 19 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are all very caring, helpful and encouraging. With their help I am making excellent progress with my mobility. They try to provide varied activities, exercise classes, quizzes and entertainers. The only slight downside is that the food sometimes falls below the anticipated level and I feel that our complaints are not listened to.

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Review from Rosalie M (Niece of Resident) published on 6 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Cookridge Court has had recent investigations from CQC of which I'm sure you are aware. Since then things have changed for the better and it is now thriving. The staff are now very helpful and available when needed. My aunt has been a resident for over 4 years so I can see much improvement on all aspects of care there. The best one being a great management team and a good approachable manager who puts herself out to ensure great care for our vulnerable relatives so I can go home in the knowledge that they are being cared for and all is well. Long may it continue to be so.

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Review from C J (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Feel there has been an improvement over the last few months. My mother seems calmer and the environment is generally quieter. The staff are always welcoming and provide an update on my mothers health etc when requested. The staff all appear very caring and always acknowledge all the residents when necessary and any changes are always reported to me. There has been quite a few changes at this home, particularly in ownership over the years my mother has been resident. I am happy that the improvement continue and that the current company remain in ownership for the foreseeable future.

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Review from E H (Son of Resident) published on 31 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Things have vastly improved in my opinion over the last four months at Cookridge Court. Staff are much more helpful and I feel they have a better relationship with the residents. Activities are very good mother enjoys bingo, but participates more in other activities than she use to, she says the activity staff are very good and patient. I hope the home continues to improve because there is always room for improvement. well done.

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Review from P G (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mother has been there for eighteen months. The food is good, the staff are good. The rooms are clean. Happy.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 22 August 2025
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Requires improvement
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveRequires improvement
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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News (79) & Events (2)

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  • 10 Aug 2026

    Residents were treated to an uplifting afternoon of musical memories at Cookridge Court last week. The effervescent Amanda from Singalong Days lifted our spirits and voices with Hawaiian flower garlands...

  • 10 Aug 2026

    Here at Cookridge Court we like to focus on resident well being, and for many of our residents being able to give back to the community helps bring meaning and...

  • 10 Aug 2026

    The team at Cookridge Court were absolutely delighted to support resident Jane's family and friends in planning a surprise 80th Birthday party for her. Chef Adrian prepared a sumptuous buffet...

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Meet the Team (10)

Sandra Roche
Sandra RocheJob Title:General ManagerJoined: 2026

Hello! My name is Sandra Roche, and I'm the general manager here at Cookridge Court.

I am a social worker by profession and passionate about upholding the rights of older people. I have 30 years of experience in social care across a wide variety of settings. I first became a registered manager in 2001 and led a demolition and rebuild project for a not-for-profit provider whilst achieving the top rating of Excellent at that time. I returned to statutory social work leadership in 2010 and progressed up the ranks to Acting Assistant Director of Adult Social Care, responsible for all adults in the borough and a budget of over £40 million. After nearly 2 years in that role, I realised I was losing contact with older people and their families, the reason why I came into social care in the first place and made the decision to return to the front line.

I joined Barchester in 2021 as commissioning manager of Peony Court, a new build home in Croydon, South London, where we achieved a CQC good rating and three Top 20 Care Homes in London awards. In 2026, I made the decision to transfer to Leeds to be nearer to my parents, who live in Barwick in Elmet. Our ambition here at Cookridge Court is to be Outstanding, and we do this by placing our residents' wants and needs at the heart of everything we do. We care for our families as much as our residents and value them as partners in care. Whether you are looking for respite care or a more permanent home from home for your loved one, you are assured of the warmest of welcomes, a luxury environment and bespoke, personalised, loving care from the highly motivated and friendly team at Cookridge Court.

Vicki Foster
Vicki FosterJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2015

Hi, my name is Vicki, and I have worked at Cookridge Court since October 2015. I have had a good progressive career, beginning as a care assistant and eventually progressing to a senior care assistant, team leader to my most recent post as Deputy General Manager. I love every aspect of my role, I am dedicated, hardworking and compassionate, and I believe in establishing good relationships with residents, their families and other health professionals. My Team and I are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care, ensuring excellence every day.

Lynsey Robinson
Lynsey RobinsonJob Title:AdministratorJoined: 2016

I joined the Cookridge Court family in 2016 as a Host where I served breakfast, lunch and evening meals to our residents, as well as morning and afternoon tea rounds.

In 2021 I decided to change my career within Cookridge Court and took on my current position as Home Administrator and formerly Home Receptionist.

Adrian Godlewski
Adrian GodlewskiJob Title:Head ChefJoined: 2025
Hi, my name is Adrian and I am the Head Chef here at Cookridge Court.
As Head Chef I help to lead the Kitchen and Hospitality teams to create sociable dining experiences for our residents. This includes everything from ensuring the Sunday roast meets the resident's high standards, to designing meals which supplement resident's dietary requirements, and much more.
New recipes are always welcome in the kitchen and we love to discuss resident’s preferences regularly. ,

Adrian just became a Dad and really enjoys singing and cuddling the new arrival. Hobbies are Gym and running.

Laura Marshall
Laura MarshallJob Title:Head Activities CoordinatorJoined: 2014

My name is Laura and I am the Head Activities Coordinator here at Cookridge Court. I have worked in care since 2014 and get so much satisfaction out of knowing I have made a difference in people’s days and have filled the home with a sense of community and happiness. We have created a wonderful culture within our home and we work together to give residents the best possible experience. We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active and ensure we all know each resident's preferences so that we can deliver a person-centred program of events and activities. The strong relationships we build with our residents, their families and friends are essential to our homely feel.

Tim Green
Tim GreenJob Title:Maintenance ManagerJoined: 2015

Hi, my name is Tim and I have worked at Cookridge Court since 2015. I started as a Maintenance Assistant and have recently been promoted to Maintenance Manager. I am always happy to help and love having a chat with the residents.

Tracy Avery
Tracy AveryJob Title:Team LeaderJoined: 2013
I have worked in care since 2013 working mainly with those residents on their journey with Dementia.

I have worked in various roles with in care from care assistant to senior care and head house keeper to operations manager. No matter what role you do it all comes down to the well being of each and every individual resident, the care and respect that they deserve.

Precilla Mahachi
Precilla MahachiJob Title:Senior Care AssistantJoined: 2024
Priscilla joined the Cookridge court family in 2024 and makes up part of our homes wonderful care team as a Senior Care Assistant.
She speaks warmly about how much she enjoys getting to know the residents and their families and speaks about how the brilliant team she is a part of.

Away from the home Priscilla enjoys table tennis and unwinding playing games with her children.

Precious Ighagbon
Precious IghagbonJob Title:Senior Care AssistantJoined: 2024

Precious joined the Cookridge court family in 2024 and makes up part of our homes wonderful care team as a Senior Care Assistant.

He speaks warmly about how much he enjoys getting to know the residents and their families and speaks about how the brilliant team he is a part of.

Away from the home Precious enjoys playing football, singing and watching Manchester United play.

Janine Clayton
Janine ClaytonJob Title:Admin AssistantJoined: 2024

Hi, my name is Janine and I am the Admin Assistant here at Cookridge Court. I have worked here at Cookridge Court for 1 years and really enjoy speaking to visitors and residents.

My hobbies are doing decorating at home and going on holiday in the sun.

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