Shinfield View

School Green, Shinfield, Reading RG2 9EH
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Shinfield View is a multi-award-winning, purpose-built care home in the village of Shinfield in Berkshire, providing spacious care facilities within a luxury environment.

Situated just outside Wokingham near the city of Reading, Shinfield View is in a fantastic location just off the M4 and A33. A team of professional and skilled staff focus on the needs of the individual while providing high-quality care services, which include residential care and dementia care as well as respite and day care.

The home features its own cinema room where residents can relax, a fully-stocked bar and bistro area, library, private dining room, spa, hairdressing salon and landscaped gardens. The home sits just across from the village green, where family-friendly events take place throughout the year.

Shinfield View has a full-time events manager who organises activities and events for all residents to enjoy, while the home has its own chauffeur driven limousine for use on days out and special occasions.

The pricing policy is all-inclusive - a single weekly fee covers all care, all facilities and all events. This includes the bar and bistro, fine dining, hair salon and entertainment. It may sound too good to be true, but it’s just Shinfield View!
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Care Provided

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 66 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • 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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1895 – £2100
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1895 – £2100
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £2055 – £2260
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £2055 – £2260

Shinfield View Care Home provides residential and dementia care on either a respite (short term stay) or permanent basis.


We are an all-inclusive luxury home, this means there are no hidden extras. The weekly fee includes all care, hairdressing, chiropody, activities, meals and drinks for our residents.


Fees quoted are for care band's 1 and 2. All fees are subject to a pre-admission care assessment which will determine the level of care required,

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

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Nadia Koseva (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2024

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (66)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (66)

Shinfield View Reviews (171)

9.5

Shinfield View has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.489) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Shinfield View has 171 reviews.

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Review from Heather C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad has been a resident at Shinfield View for 8 months now. He settled in very quickly and loves all the care and attention he receives from the staff.
There's always some kind of activity going on during the day. The Visitor Pod enables us to visit Dad whenever we want and we can keep in touch with
him via Zoom, Facetime or Skype.
The staff are wonderful and very dedicated to the residents in their care, some of them moved into the home during the height of the Pandemic.
Dad is receiving the very best of care and we cannot recommend Shinfield View highly enough.
Reply from Amanda Tanner, General Manager at Shinfield View

Hi Heather, thank you so much for your kind words, we are pleased Dad has settled so nicely. Thank you so much.

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Review from Martin S (Son of Resident) published on 17 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident here for the last 10 months. She came directly from hospital with pressure sores and weight loss, also reduced mobility. In spite of not being a nursing home the care she has received has been exemplary. The staff of Shinfield View collectively put their arms around her
and delivered a transformation. They healed her sores, fed her food she could eat and mobilised her. She gained weight, comfort and a renewed interest in life in spite of her extreme age (101). She has escaped Covid as it swept through the home due to the care and diligence of all looking after her and you all have my enduring gratitude.
Reply from Amanda Tanner, General Manager at Shinfield View

Martin that is an absolutely wonderful review, thank you so so much. We love having Mum with us very much - what an incredible lady!

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Review from Anne B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been in the home for almost 18 months and it is the best decision we ever made for her care. I live in the USA and although I normally visit 4 times/year that has obviously not been possible this year. This could have been incredibly stressful for both of us, but Mum has been very happy
to be at Shinfield View. The care she has received is excellent and the food is spectacular (I can say that from experience as prior to the lockdown I was able to visit and partake in their offerings and apparently it is still as good!).
The team have tried to adapt to our "new normal" with the introduction of the visiting pod (which I have yet to experience personally). Although the social activities and excursions have changed, they are still keeping Mum entertained. The staff keep me informed about her health and any treatment and are extremely responsive to my requests.
I consider the staff and management team to be part of my extended family and they have my complete trust.
Reply from Amanda Tanner, General Manager at Shinfield View

Anne that is so wonderful thank you so much from all of us.

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Review from Beverly M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was accepted into Shinfield during the very challenging period of COVID-19 (the home has not experienced any outbreaks of the virus). She had been living on her own, with the help of carers, but was deteriorating very quickly and we were all very concerned for her wellbeing. Whilst the initial
period of barrier nursing brought its challenges, my mother has been so carefully looked after, both physically and emotionally that she has begun to make a full recovery. She is enjoying more social activities than she has for years, making friends and enjoying the wonderful food. She is always well dressed, her hair and nails are regularly attended to and her room is well kept. It has been an enormous relief to everyone in the family to know how well she is being cared for by the amazing, professional staff. We cannot thank them enough.
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Review from S W (Friend of Resident) published on 23 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every time I visit Shinfield View I am greeted with a warm welcome and the staff are so friendly. I am friends with a resident. The care home is so clean and always tidy.
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Review from S H (Friend of Resident) published on 27 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The carers are lovely and so caring.
The residents look so happy every week that I come to visit.
The rooms are always lovely and clean and always do different activities each week.
The management is always so friendly, and you always feel so welcome.
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Review from H P (Friend of Resident) published on 21 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of the staff are very welcoming and lovely towards all the residents. They run amazing activities that all the residents seem to enjoy and look forward to. The gardens and the home is kept to a very high standard and is very clean and spacious. There is always a good range of food and drinks available
and residents enjoy the food.
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Review from M K (Son of Resident) published on 7 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident for 21 months, she has Alzheimer's.
I have been very impressed by the care she has been given and especially by the dedication and professionalism of all the staff.
The standard of the catering and of the activities provided are also outstanding.
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Review from T C (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall it has been a very liberating and satisfying experience, placing my mother, who has Alzheimer's, with Shinfield View. In addition, I have witnessed, not only the care and concern for my mother but all the residents. Carers give a great deal of themselves.
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Review from B B (Husband of Resident) published on 5 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is of great comfort to me to know that my wife, who has Alzheimer's is being looked after very well. It was therefore easy to complete the questionnaire. My wife paces the corridors a considerable amount of her time and has, as a result when I visit, I sit in the corridor in order to spend as much
time as possible with her. Sitting in the corridor I see a lot of activity of staff and residents and it is very reassuring to see how kind and considerate staff are with residents and how helpful staff are with visitors. It is easy to understand why Shinfield View was rated 'Outstanding' by CQC.
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Review from I W (Son of Resident) published on 4 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The 5-star hotel care home.
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Review from G F (Resident) published on 18 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I opted to have meals in my room but from ordering my meal to actually receiving it, could be up to one hour, three times my desert course didn't arrive. My evening meal before returning home the next day didn't even arrive. I managed to contact a member of staff and she came back with 3 small tired-looking
sandwiches and a yoghurt. She said the kitchen was closed.
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Review from W G (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 17 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Shinfield View recently hosted an 80th Birthday party for my mother in law. Providing the facilities to be able to do this amazing in itself but combined with the enthusiasm and professionalism of all the staff made it a very special day for her. Nothing was too much trouble.
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Review from Martyn H (Brother of Resident) published on 12 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very impressed with this level of care.
My sister is in excellent hands.
Keep up the good work.
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Review from Felicity A (Sister of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We were greeted by very friendly staff. After booking in we were taken to see my sister, who was sitting in your beautiful garden. We all went inside and had a beautifully cooked lunch. The staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble.
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Review from Jean C (Respite Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am still not sure if Shinfield View is on planet Earth because everyone is so kind, caring and helpful. Nothing at all is too much trouble. They also have a great sense of humour. Each day there is something going on. It is great. Many thanks.
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Review from John R (Relative of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After a long drive, we were greeted by really friendly and professional staff. We were offered a drink and a beautiful lunch. The grounds are beautiful and staff were attentive and the engagement from staff to residents was excellent. The home is immaculately clean and my wife's Aunt is extremely happy
and content here. I would highly recommend this residential home.
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Review from Michelle R (Niece of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely staff. Beautiful food and the grounds were beautiful. My Auntie said how very happy she was there. They are fantastic to her.
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Review from Hannah K (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely, friendly place. Great to see how well looked after my Grandma is here.
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Review from K C (Cousin of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
In my opinion, Shinfield View is very well managed and has a conscientious and friendly staff. The activities cover a wide range and are excellent and well organised.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.489)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.489) out of 10 for Shinfield View is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 9 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 4.907 for Shinfield View is calculated as follows: ( (98 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.907
  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 4.582 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Shinfield View is based on 9 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 = 3.9
    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 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.2 = 0.682
  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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Nadia Koseva

Job Title: General Manager Joined: 2024

I have worked in Health and Social Care since 2007 and progressed from being a Care Assistant to General Manager in 2011.


I am passionate about making a difference to people's lives and really putting our residents at the heart of everything we do. I am so proud to work alongside Nicola and the fantastic team at Shinfield View!

Nicola

Nicola Orwin

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2017

My name is Nicola Orwin. I am very excited to be the Deputy Manager here at Shinfield View. I have worked at Shinfield View for over 4 years now in various roles and it really is a home from home for me. I am very passionate about ensuring our residents get the very best in their later years and I am very much looking forward to working alongside Jodie to ensure we continue to deliver the very best outstanding care.

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