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Smallbrook

Smallbrook Care Home, Suffolk Close, Horley, Surrey RH6 7DU
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Smallbrook, Horley
Smallbrook, Horley
Smallbrook, Horley

Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac and standing in over an acre of landscaped grounds, Smallbrook care home offers residential and specialist dementia care on a permanent and respite basis.

Residents at the Surrey care home can enjoy quality facilities including cosy communal areas and a hair salon. Each ensuite bedroom is tastefully decorated, many with views of the large gardens.

The passionate team have created a warm and friendly environment at Smallbrook....  

Care Provided by Smallbrook

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 41 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • 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
  • 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 £1,500From £1,687
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,595From £1,805
Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of

care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.

What’s included?
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services

• WiFi internet access

Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply

an agreed hourly charge for this service.

Contact Smallbrook 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

  • Jaqueline Johnson(Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

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

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2015

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (41)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (41)

Visiting

  • Visitors always welcome anytime.

Parking

  • Disabled parking, wheelchair access and free parking on site.

Smallbrook Reviews (35)

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Smallbrook has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.907) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Smallbrook has 35 reviews.

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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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Two years ago I was looking for a care home for my parents with varying physical and cognitive needs. When I found Smallbrook I was pleasantly surprised as I had spent months looking and finding nothing locally that I felt would be a good fit for them both. As a nurse working with the elderly I knew what I was looking for; person centred care, kind, respectful and friendly staff, responsive management and a nice clean and spacious environment. I believe I have found this and more In Smallbrook. Sadly my father passed away shortly after they moved in and the kindness, support and dignity we received as a family will not be forgotten.

Two years later I am pleased to see that my mother is very happy and well supported in all aspects of her care. As a keen gardener and crafter my mum has been supported to get busy in the lovely (safe) garden and join in activities which she enjoys. I cannot express how grateful I am for all that the staff do for her and us as a family. Thank you!

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Review from E B (Sister of Resident) published on 4 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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On balance this is a good care home with some excellent care staff however there are areas where improvement is essential. 1. Food quality is variable and feedback not consistently listened to. There is too much Pork and menus are often out of date/wrong. Very good with cakes and birthdays/celebrations. 2. Activities had improved, but seem to have reverted to organiser reading out quizzes, residents can't hear, delivered with no enthusiasm.

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Review from Bernie B (Son of Resident) published on 20 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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Since my mother was admitted to Smallbrook care home she has received excellent attention and care.
The home is in extremely good order and the staff are overwhelmingly nice.
There is a lovely garden for the residents to enjoy as well.
Food is of a high standard and the entertainment for the residents is very good.

The management team has always been very friendly and helpful when I have required assistance.

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Review from Susan R (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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My dearest mum passed away at the beginning of June 2025 - she had been a resident of Smallbrook Care Home for nearly three years. I cannot fault the kindness and care that my mum received during her time at Smallbrook. She had a lovely spacious room and bathroom, and we were able to fill it with all her favourite things. Mum took some time to settle in, but always said that she felt safe there. As she got to know different members of staff, she settled into her routine. The staff at Smallbrook, on every level, really try to fill the days with activities, music, arts and crafts, and daily exercise. There were also regular visits from outside entertainers. Birthdays were always celebrated with a huge birthday cake, homemade by the chef, and birthday balloons. Yearly events were always marked with some form of celebration. If you are looking for a home where all the staff are kind and caring and genuinely enjoy their work, I highly recommend Smallbrook.

Reply from Helen Johnson, Director of Operations at Smallbrook

Thank you for heart felt review and for trusting us with the care of your mum. It was a true privilege to care for her, and we are deeply touched to know our team was able to make a positive difference during her time with us. Your kind words mean so much to the team.

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Review from Beverly L (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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My Mother has been at Smallbrook Carehome for 4 years. When she first arrived she was welcomed and made to feel at home. As a family we felt confident with the care she received. Sadly due to a change in management for quite reasonable reasons things went downhill and a lot of staff left. There was a lot of change which had a negative impact on my Mother particularly as she suffers from dementia. I decided to move her to be nearer to me but finding somewhere that would take her was not easy. Nearly 2 years ago a lady came as the new manager to Smallbrook with her deputy. They had a huge task ahead of them to get things back on an even keel. Through hard work and an amazing team behind them I believe they have really turned things around. I am so pleased I didn't move Mum. The care she receives is given with patience, dignity and love. All the staff are fabulous, thank you to the manager and deputy and your whole team for the patience, care, commitment and love you give to Mum. You are amazing!

Reply from Helen Johnson, Director of Operations at Smallbrook

Thank you for your honest and open review. Your kind words are much appreciated, we are indeed grateful of the supportive and professional management of the home, whom having built strong relationships with staff, residents and relatives in promoting quality and dignified care to Smallbrook residents.

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Review from Carolyn J (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 January 2025 Submitted via Website
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Outstanding service carers that really care my mother is in later stages of Alzheimer's which has been an emotional rollercoaster for me but the staff at Smallbrook Care Home have given me so much emotional support and keep me updated at all times about how my mother is doing.
Living in Wales it was essential to find the best care available for mum who's from Crawley.
I can't thank all the stall enough for the excellent care and compassion provided at Smallbrook from care assistants catering staff. Handy man, OT and management you couldn't find more genuine and dedicated people.

I would highly recommend Smallbrook care home and thank them from the bottom of my heart for giving so much warmth compassion and outstanding care to my mother and the amazing support given to relatives giving peace of mind knowing our relatives are safe and really cared for .

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Review from Sonya K (Niece of Resident) published on 23 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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If you are looking for a care home for your loved one, I can’t recommend Smallbrook Care Home highly enough. The staff and service that was provided were outstanding. Living over 70 miles away, the care given to my dear Aunt was exemplary, and I had no need to worry that she wasn’t being looked after in the way she deserved. Always kept up to date on how she was doing and when I visited, I was welcomed like a good friend. Every member of staff that I met was kind, courteous and understanding.

Thank you to all the amazing staff at Smallbrook Care Home, you’re all fabulous and do an amazing job.

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Review from A K (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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A lovely home, where our mother seems to have settled well. Rooms are clean and spacious, with a great outdoor space. The staff are management are very caring. Activities offered are good, but a little limited.

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Review from Simon W (Son of Resident) published on 23 October 2023 Submitted via Website
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I want to thank all the staff and management for the kindness and professionalism provided to my mother during her whole stay. Throughout her stay, I was confident that she was well looked after and cared for.

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Review from Barbara J (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I cannot thank you enough for the professional and compassionate care you provide for our father. When we visit we can observe the respectful and dignified care your staff provide to all residents. You are always smiling and I watch you all treat the residents and each other with respect. If I have to come into care I would come to Smallbrook. I would not be scared. The food is amazing and my father would not have reached 94 years old without you!

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Review from J B (Wife of Resident) published on 10 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have always found Smallbrook Care Home friendly and caring. My husband has found settling in extremely difficult, but at last seems more settled! Thanks to Smallbrook. It does upset me sometimes to see him not wearing his own clothes - although I do understand how this can happen.

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Review from Anita F (Niece of Resident) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I visited the home today for my aunt's birthday. They had provided a quiet lounge upstairs, and someone had even made a delicious Victoria Sandwich Cake for the occasion. Very friendly, supportive and patient staff.

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Review from R S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our dear mum spent a short time in Smallbrook at a very challenging time. Throughout her stay, all the staff, from management to caring staff, were wonderful. We were well informed about how Mum was each day when we visited, and staff were always on hand to answer any questions, and always eager to help and make sure both Mum and us as a family were happy with everything. They're a very caring team, and we chose Smallbrook because I had received personal recommendations from friends with experience in their care. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them from our experience.

Reply from Loren Johns, Manager at Smallbrook

Our team at Smallbrook work so hard to ensure everyone receives the best possible care during our time with us, so thank you very much for your kind words, it is really appreciated, and we're grateful for you choosing us to support you and your family at a challenging time.

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Review from Sally L (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 February 2023 Submitted via Website
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Mum has been at Smallbrook since June 2022. She took a while to settle as she felt she lost her independence- she is now settled. The staff are fantastic and allow Mum to be as independent as she wants to be. She loves the staff, and she says the meals are lovely - although she thinks she eats too much. As we tell her, you don’t have to eat everything they offer you. They have entertainment recognising all the occasions throughout the year and plenty of activities that residents can choose to join in with if they choose. Keep up the good work, Smallbrook.

Reply from Loren Johns, Manager at Smallbrook
Hi Sally, thank you so much for your review. We are really happy to hear your Mum has settled in well and is enjoying her time with us. We know all too well how tricky it can be to resist the delicious treats on offer!

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Review from Elaine S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 February 2023 Submitted via Website
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The home had a wonderful Valentine's Day party for all the residents including friends and family, providing a band with singers and a delicious cream tea. All the carers joined in with making it a happy fun-filled day for all.

Reply from Loren Johns, Manager at Smallbrook

Hi Elaine, it was such a lovely day, and I'm so pleased you were able to join in! Thank you for your review!

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Review from A H (Sister of Resident) published on 21 February 2023 Submitted via Website
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My brother has been a resident here since May 2022 and has always been very happy here. There are always activities going on and whilst he doesn’t choose to join in with everything, there are lots of things he enjoys, such as art, music, trips out to the local garden centre. Recently they had a Valentine's Afternoon Tea with cakes and scones and music from a local country band. It was lovely. Lots of dancing and singing along, and delicious cakes. We thoroughly enjoyed the occasion and all the residents and staff who I saw seemed really happy.

Reply from Loren Johns, Manager at Smallbrook

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We try our very best to keep our residents happy and healthy!

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Review from Colin S (Nephew of Resident) published on 27 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Visited my aunt and got an update on her progress since returning from the hospital. Spoke to several staff on various issues and was given comprehensive and clear answers to my questions. Very pleased with the support and care she is getting.

Reply from Loren Johns, Manager at Smallbrook
Thank you so much for your feedback, Colin.

We are so glad you're happy with everything your Aunt is receiving, and look forward to having you back to visit us soon.

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Review from L B (Wife of Resident) published on 22 June 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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A smaller establishment of 40-rooms, which is mainly on the ground floor and east for residents to navigate. Rooms are a good size, with en-suite facilities. There is a fenced garden that residents and visitors can use, weather permitting. A communal lounge with TV and music where staff conduct activities. A small area off the lounge supplies coffee/tea etc for residents and their visitors to have a quiet chat in a bistro setting. All rooms have a TV. Staff are friendly and helpful and make a happy atmosphere in the home.

Reply from Loren Johns, Support Manager at Smallbrook

Thank you for your positive words. We are always looking for ways to improve, and we were surprised to hear that, in your opinion, we weren't meeting the highest possible standards for cleanliness, safety/security. Please rest assured that this has been raised with Management as a priority. During...  

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Review from Gill D (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 5 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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It was an incredibly difficult to make a decision to move a much loved relative into a care home. Smallbrook from the moment of enquiry and during the 1st visit, made the decision so much easier. The welcome, the atmosphere and lovely ambiance of Smallbrook have not faltered since my mother-in-law went to live there in February 2020. As a family we can visit her anytime and find her looking happy, well presented and obviously well cared for. The cleanliness of her room and all the areas in the home are exemplary. Her clothes are beautifully laundered and put away. During COVID-19 lockdown we were unable to visit but received regular updates. Just recently we were able to socially distance visit in the garden for the first time in 12 weeks for 15 minutes. Being able to do this was so reassuring in these terrible times. My mother-in-law radiates the amazing care the staff have provided from the manger, the care workers and all the staff.

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Review from M F (Son of Resident) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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We moved our mother to Smallbrook due to the lack of resident entertainment/activities during the daytime at her previous care home. We believe Smallbrook do continue to provide good daytime activities. However, there remains room for improvement in this area. Generally, the restaurant offers a good selection of quality and nutritious food. The size and furniture content of the room is spacious and of a good standard for the monthly cost. Finally, a special mention goes to all the staff that provide a good service.

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Meet the Team (1)

Charito Herman
Charito HermanJob Title:Home Manager

The team and I consider it a huge privilege to care for older people and are proud that their families trust us to care for them.

This is a lovely, friendly and happy home, with a great family atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you here soon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Smallbrook

What types of Care is Smallbrook registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Smallbrook have?

There are 41 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Smallbrook?

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

How far is Smallbrook to the centre of Horley?

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

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