Brandon House

Tongue Lane, Meanwood, Leeds LS6 4QD
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9.1 36 Reviews
  • Brandon House, Leeds
A charming detached property renovated for the purposes of modern care, Brandon House makes the most of rural surroundings in order to provide a relaxing daily lifestyle alongside professional and personalised care.

Private grounds are enclosed within a Yorkshire stone wall, while the home itself is ideal for older people, adults with a disability and also the practice of dementia care.

All bedrooms are spacious and the home encourages residents to personalise their rooms to make them more homely.

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 42 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Please note Fees exclude Funded Nursing Care. Please enquire with the Home for full pricing list.

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2011

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (38)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (22)
9.1

Brandon House has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.082) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brandon House has 36 reviews.

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Review from Chris K (Son of Resident) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would just like to say how amazing the food is at Brandon House Nursing Home my mum so looks forward to dinner time's it's so important she eat's well and at Brandon House she definitely does a great range of food through the week the "fish and chip Friday's" are definitely up at the top of the list
... thank you all so much for the care and attention you give my mum it is so nice to know that she's been looked after so well thank you all
Reply from Alison Foreman, Commercial Director at Brandon House

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and ratings. You are right, to have an appealing menu, full of favorites, is the way to keep our residents happy! Everyone at the home works hard to ensure that residents have all they want and need and the kitchen team are very much part of that! Kind regards

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Review from A P (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is a daunting task looking for a care home for a loved one. I can honestly say that everyone that I have met has been wonderful/welcoming people. The manager explained everything involved in the transition from hospital for my mother. Care staff have treated my mother with dignity and respect. There
are works ongoing to redecorate certain areas. The environment is very clean and welcoming. Food is cooked on site and very nice. Even though my mother's appetite is small every effort is made to encourage her to eat. A huge relief to find a homely setting with a helpful manager and great carers
Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Brandon House

We really appreciate you taking the time to review Brandon House so highly. It is so heart-warming to know that you and your mother were welcome into the home so warmly. We pride ourselves in providing a family environment for our residents and this is such wonderful recognition for the home and its team. We are so glad your mother is settling in well with us and that you are pleased with our care. Have a wonderful day and do not hesitate to visit us again soon.

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Review from Janet P (Wife of Resident) published on 16 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I am the wife of a resident. He has been at Brandon House since 24/3/25. I have been very happy with the care that my husband is getting here. I had my doubts before he went in but I am very happy with the home the staff are very caring not just for my husband but to me also. My husband likes his good
and is always telling me how he enjoyed his meals. The new manager is always happy to talk to you and seems to be making a good job thank you for accepting my husband into the home.
Reply from Alison Foreman, Commercial Director at Brandon House

What wonderful feedback! Thank you very much for taking the time to review Brandon House, we so appreciate your comments and ratings. Kind regards

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Review from C M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 30 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since submitting my previous review, I'm pleased to see a new manager. Also a new activities person.
Improvements have increased tremendously.
We look forward to these Improvements continuing.
Many thanks for my personal call from the new manager.
Reply from Alison Foreman, Commercial Director at Brandon House

Many thanks for the update on your experience at Brandon House. We appreciate your review. Kind regards

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Review from Claire J (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was looking for respite for my mum. The home isn't huge, but I actually liked that. Upon visiting to look around, it had a warm friendly atmosphere and the residents appeared to be happy. I noticed that none of the residents seemed to be left alone, unless in their rooms.
Attention to detail from
the manager with regards to mum's needs was brilliant and any concerns I had were put to rest.
The decor is a little dated, and not like the super modern, newer homes we've used in the past. However, it was clean and the room mum was allocated, had a lovely view of the garden.
All the staff were lovely and I was very happy and will be booking again in the future.
Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for taking the time to review Brandon House so highly. We appreciate your feedback and are thrilled you are happy with the care we provide our residents. Have a lovely day and please visit us again soon.

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Review from Robert W (Husband of Resident) published on 22 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Your opening photo of the home shows a line of conifers running down the side of the drive which was removed four years ago to comply with a CQC request at the preceding review. The reason that the CQC asked for this was to improve the view from the resident's windows. The home has just constructed
a solid timber fence to the same line and more as the conifer hedge and the same height as the conifer hedge. The visual impact for visitors and residents who live in rooms overlooking this fence is obvious. massively worse than when the hedge was there. The bin store area of the rear car park used to be tidy, however, there are additional bins and a skip outside the bin enclosure. The visual impact for residents whose rooms overlook this area is obvious. Poor.
Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for taking the time to review Brandon House. We appreciate your feedback and are continually looking to improve our services and the home. The fencing you have mentioned has now been removed and we are looking into other areas of the home for improvements also. Thank you for your honest review as it is through this feedback we can move forward on our journey to making the home the perfect setting for our residents and their loved ones. Have a lovely day.

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Review from Tom G (Son of Resident) published on 19 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I enjoy visiting Brandon House because the atmosphere is always cheerful and positive. The staff are wonderful.
Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Brandon House

Hello Tom, thank you for reviewing Brandon House so highly. We appreciate your feedback and will be sure to relay your kind words to the team. Have a wonderful day.

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Review from Mark D (Son of Resident) published on 22 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
Staff are very hard working and very caring but clearly not enough of them and feel as though my mum did not get the Dementia support which is claimed for by the home on the website and feel very let down by communication, security, medication management.
As a nursing home, I would recommend it but
for someone with needs support there needs to be some scrutiny of what the home is claiming against reality and I only hope my report to the Care Quality Commission enforces some changes. Communication is a real letdown. I would not recommend Brandon.
Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Brandon House

Mark, thank you for leaving us feedback. We are disappointed to hear that your experience was not a positive one, we strive for 100% satisfaction, and we regret to find out that this was not the case. Please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a meeting to discuss this further. Have a good day.

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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum loves the singing and is really happy. Singing all the old songs. The staff make it as happy and look happy too. That makes a difference. I feel happy too. The staff have made me feel welcome too.
Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for taking the time to review Brandon House so highly. Thank you

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Review from K G (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very swift response to asking to view the home and ask for a place for Mum. Lovely feel to the home and all questions answered around the previous quality mark. Nothing was too much for the staff, Mum was encouraged to take part and was included in activities. Staff were lovely with the residents. Mum's
care was fabulous and she was cared for right up until her passing. Only 5 weeks, but it was the right place.
Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for your lovely review of Brandon House. We are so pleased that we could provide a loving and caring environment for your mum. We always strive to offer the highest standard of care for each of our residents for as long as they are under our care. I will be sure to share your kind words with the team. Thank you.

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Review from Malcolm P (Nephew of Resident) published on 9 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are very helpful. They all take good care of my uncle. My uncle feels very settled and comfortable. Some of the staff do go above and beyond. A special mention must go to one staff member in particular. She has been very supportive.
Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. It is lovely to hear how happy your uncle is within the home. It is wonderful to hear that some of the staff go above and beyond to support you and your uncle. I will share your lovely review with all the team.

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Review from N W (Son of Resident) published on 7 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would recommend Brandon House to all.
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Review from T M (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum and family love it here. The staff are fab and go above and beyond for us.
Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. It is always lovely to receive feedback from families about the great care provided by our staff who always go above and beyond. I'll share your wonderful comments with all the team.

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Review from D H (Wife of Resident) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was placed in the home during covid, after a spell in hospital. I had not seen him - no visiting. First visit to Brandon - I felt so relieved. Lovely home - happy, cheerful and lovely staff. My husband is clean, looks well cared for and relaxed. How wonderful for me! Thank you!
Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for your lovely review. It is wonderful to hear how settled your husband is at Brandon House and how happy you are with his care. I will share your comments with the the team.

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Review from Louise S (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum went into Brandon house with dementia and nursing care needs in September 2022. I can honestly say this home has been great. The staff are really sensitive, kind and caring, they are always around and they always know where my Mum is.
The home is quiet and peaceful and has good facilities.
The food is nice, homecooked on-site, and the tea and coffee are endless!
The place is small which means you get to know people and staff well. Mum has settled in well and I am sure is being well looked after when I'm not there.
I would thoroughly recommend it.
Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for your lovely review. It is wonderful to hear how pleased you are with the home and how well your mum has settled in. I will share your comments with all the team.

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Review from J R (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum seems happy and comfortable at Brandon House and it is a weight off our minds, knowing she is well looked after.
Reply from lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review. It is lovely to hear how pleased you are with the care your mum receives and how happy and comfortable she is at Brandon House. I will share your comments with the team.

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Review from S D (Son of Resident) published on 31 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
It is a happy friendly environment in a pleasant setting. The staff are caring and thoughtful, providing activities which are interesting for residents. The meals are tasty and varied. Overall, a care home, which I would be happy to recommend.
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Review from J R (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was admitted at Brandon House, a few months ago. I couldn't ask for a better place. She's happy, she feels safe and she has put so much weight on since she's here. The staff are so caring and the nurses are highly skilled and always available when needed. The food is excellent and there are many
choices. Brandon House is definitely going well!
Reply from lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Brandon House

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review for our home. It is lovely to hear that your mum has settled so well in the home and how safe she feels. We have a great team, who work hard to ensure residents are well cared for and enjoy wonderful, home-cooked, meals.

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Review from S A (Wife of Resident) published on 18 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been a resident at this lovely nursing home for the past six years. I cannot express how happy I am with my husband's care. The manager and her staff are so loving and nothing is ever too much trouble. They recently decorated the home and bought new furniture. The activities coordinator
arranges daily activities for everyone. The food is delicious. They deserve the five stars.
Reply from Nathaly Cifuentes Riano, Social Media Marketing Executive at Brandon House

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at Brandon House Nursing Home. We're happy we could meet your expectations! We are delighted to hear you appreciated the new renovation, our staff and the type of care we offer. Thank you and have a fantastic day!

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Review from Margaret C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
Had to remove my mother after abuse was discovered.
It was confirmed by an agency care worker as she witnessed the abuse. Police and adult social care were alerted for us to remove my mother the same day it was discovered.
Reply from Nathaly Cifuentes Riano, Social Media Marketing Executive at Brandon House

Hi Margaret, thank you for sharing your opinion with us. We can assure you that we do not find this type of behaviour acceptable, and we would like to address the situation you have described. We have already initiated an investigation and the managers alerted the proper authorities. Up to now, our investigation does not show evidence for your claims. Our manager would really like to speak with you more regarding this matter. Please reach out to us at 0113 278 7103. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.082)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.082) out of 10 for Brandon House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 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 4.330 for Brandon House is calculated as follows: ( (71 Excellents x 5) + (29 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) + (4 Poors x 2) + (7 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 115 Ratings = 4.33
  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 4.752 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Brandon House is based on 8 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 = 3.8
    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 42 registered maximum number of service users is 8.4. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 8.4 = 0.952
  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: 23 May 2024

Overall Requires improvement

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  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Responsive Requires improvement
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

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Meet the Team (1)

Kelly

Kelly Hopkinson

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2025

Kelly is Brandon House’s Home Manager with several years of experience. Her main interest and experience are in managing successful care homes housing elderly and frail Residents, some of which have Mental Health issues. Kelly is very experienced in the management of care homes and is committed to providing a high–quality service.


She is ultimately responsible for the effective and professional running of the care home but will allocate time to discuss any aspect of our Resident's care or any problems they may be experiencing. Kelly is keen to work closely and in partnership with our Residents, their relatives and significant others to benefit the Residents in her care. She is a dynamic team leader and has an ongoing interest in professional development and career progression

Frequently Asked Questions about Brandon House

What types of Care is Brandon House 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 Brandon House have?

There are 38 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Brandon House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Brandon House to the centre of Leeds?

3.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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