Weald Heights

Bourchier Close, Sevenoaks TN13 1PD
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  • Weald Heights, Sevenoaks
Weald Heights is a CQC rated 'Outstanding' (June 2025) care home in Sevenoaks. The dedicated and expert team offer quality residential, nursing and dementia care on a respite or permanent basis. They spend time getting to know residents and their families, creating tailored care and lifestyle plans to suit their needs.

Every element has been designed to provide 5-star luxury and comfort. The home has its own café, hair and beauty salon, bar and cinema room. The team believes in enabling residents to live as independently as possible whilst ensuring their care needs are sensitively looked after.

Weald Heights is proud to be accredited with the Gold Standards Framework Care Homes Programme, recognising a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care to residents at the end of their life.

They are proud to have been internally accredited with the evidence-based, person-centred Care Fit for VIPS.

Weald Heights is a ‘Veteran Friendly Framework’ accredited care home, recognising the best practice and highest standards of care for the Armed Forces community.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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 80 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1930
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £2020
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £2170
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £2140
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £2230
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £2380

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.
Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible. There are no additional fees
for respite stays.


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.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Weald Heights 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)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Maria Covington (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (80)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (80)

Weald Heights Reviews (213)

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Weald Heights has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.817) out of 10, based on 61 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Weald Heights has 213 reviews.

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Review from C R (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother moved in mid September. The staff are all happy, smiley and very helpful. They have been very supportive with the transition and settling her into a new environment.
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Review from B R (Wife of Resident) published on 15 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care. Facilities are of a very high standard. Family support from staff is very helpful.
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Review from J M (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was only here for three days before he passed away. He came from another care home which did not offer nursing care. The nurses and all of the staff here were excellent, not only to my father but to the family too. They made his passing and death a peaceful affair for us all. My only regret
- not bringing him here months ago.
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Review from B W (Husband of Resident) published on 23 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having seen the treatment my wife received in her final days, I had no hesitation in asking the management to ensure a room would be available for me as soon as I needed it. No complaints about the building but few rooms get much sunshine. Staff appear to have all been recruited because of their caring,
their kindness and their courtest. One still reads of care homes having serious problems, mainly about staff/patient attitudes but no such problems could apply to Weald Heights, only to places where management is poor.
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Review from L C (Friend of Resident) published on 5 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Whenever I visit my friend at Weald Heights I am always greeted warmly by the staff and made to feel very welcome. My friend is well cared for and she enjoys the activities offered, especially pampering and music. There is always a 'buzz' around the home and something to do. I would recommend Weald
Heights without hesitation.
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Review from P V (Resident) published on 10 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Everyone is caring and helpful. It is a home from home and although it is rather expensive, we residents get value for money.
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Review from S C (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 10 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always made welcome. My sister in law seems happy and is kept clean and tidy.
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Review from Geoff C (Son of Resident) published on 9 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Weald Heights has provided excellent care to my mother and father. My father received attentive end of life care with our family at his bedside.
My mother has received very good dementia care from a carer and activities team that has quickly understood my mother's needs. Their warmth and enthusiasm
towards her is heartwarming to see.
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Review from Barbara P (Wife of Resident) published on 9 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel very lucky that a room was available for my husband when he was discharged from hospital. The staff are helpful, friendly and so very caring, not only to my husband but to me also. Whilst I am very sad that I am unable to care for my husband, I know that at Weald Heights he is getting the best
care possible, thank you to you all.
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Review from P C (Brother of Resident) published on 9 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All our visits to Weald Heights have been very very good. All staff are great, always made welcome.
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Review from Wendy P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 9 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This care home is the most welcoming and caring haven for residents and their friends and relatives who visit.
The staff are caring and friendly.
The food is excellent.
The decor is beautiful.
Entertainment schedule each and every week is varied and suitable for lots of fun.
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Review from C B (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely staff, lovely facility, lots of different areas with different atmospheres so those who have very limited mobility can feel they are 'going out'.
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Review from Venetia M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care and attention. All staff very gentle and very caring.
Four members of staff, in particular, are exceptionally helpful.
Mum has been extremely happy here. Thank you all so much.
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Review from Sarah W (Relative of Resident) published on 18 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our relative has been as well looked after as we could hope for. And by that, I mean in every way. The home is clean and bright, the staff are professional and the food is varied and tasty.
What I particularly like is the Care Plans attitude. It is true that this is not just a nursing home, but a
place to live.
Our relative has her own news to report at our visits. For example, she will say she has particularly enjoyed a film, a quiz, a discussion on a topic around her era, or some live music. The variety of activities is really broad and the attitude in the home lively and cheerful.
The home really welcomes visitors by providing lovely spaces outside of the residents' bedrooms to have a coffee/tea and cake and ensuring it is more like a home than a hospital.
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Review from Alexandra D (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has stayed at Weald Heights on 2 occasions for respite care over the last 12 months. The staff were caring and attentive and looked after her well - spending time to get to know her and her requirements. Facilities were very good- hairdresser and chiropodist on site also help. There are
a selection of Entertainment and events available on a daily basis too. I would recommend Weald heights - it feels more like a hotel with care than a care home!
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Review from Alasdai A (Son of Resident) published on 15 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with Weald Heights, the staff are extremely knowledgeable, supportive, caring and friendly. They have taken time to get to know my mother and to understand her needs and to get to know us. The little touches are fantastic and much appreciated. The level of care is excellent and has made a
real difference to Mum.
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Review from Elizabeth S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum and Dad stayed at Weald Heights for a couple of weeks respite care.
The home is only a couple of years old, tastefully decorated, clean and well maintained. Having had difficulty getting somewhere to take my parents in the same room, they were only too happy to oblige. Facilities were fantastic,
including a lovely cafe area where visitors can help themselves to coffee and cake, a chiropodist and hairdressers plus cinema and library. It could certainly be mistaken for a hotel!
All the staff were very friendly, helpful and respectful and clearly enjoyed their jobs. Nothing was too much trouble.
The activities team were amazing, providing a schedule of events to keep residents active and entertained. Mum especially loved the therapy dog, exercises and table tennis.
Thank you so much to all staff for looking after them both so well. It was lovely to see them on such a high from their stay at Weald Heights.
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Review from Joan K (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would recommend anyone to stay here. The staff are extremely kind and helpful and there is a very happy atmosphere. The various happenings are good fun and enjoyed the table tennis the school children's visit, the dog's visit and the cheerful staff.
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Review from S I (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been delighted with the quality of care and facilities at Weald Heights. Mum has settled into her new home at ease. The opportunity to bring personal bed linen and furniture has helped; she enjoys having her own bookcase. Mum recognises the interest and compassion shown by all staff, as well
as the encouragement to engage in all activities. We really appreciate the whole teams help and support, thank you and well done!
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Review from Robert H (Solicitor of Resident) published on 25 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was attorney of lady/former client for whom I had acted for over forty years whose previous care home could not look after her when she developed serious dementia. She was moved to Weald Heights in December and the care and respect of her personal dignity and the preparation for her passing were handled
by all staff with exceptional care. I shall always be grateful for the support which the lady received in her time at Weald Heights and for the ability and willingness of the staff to do their best to enable her to get the best quality of life there.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.817)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.817) out of 10 for Weald Heights 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 61 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 60 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 4.817 for Weald Heights is calculated as follows: ( (609 Excellents x 5) + (92 Goods x 4) + (11 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) + (2 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 717 Ratings = 4.817
  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 Weald Heights is based on 60 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 80 registered maximum number of service users is 16, which has been reached with 60 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 2025

Overall Outstanding

  • Caring Outstanding
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Outstanding
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Maria

Maria Covington

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2016

I’m a registered nurse by training and have worked in older people’s care for 25 years. Before joining Weald Heights in 2016, I had managed a large care home for ten years. I’ve been at Weald Heights since before it opened its doors. I’m delighted at the way my team and I have made it a home with a first-class reputation.


I believe in setting the standard, rather than following, and we take an innovative, personalised approach to resident care. When residents said they fancied learning a new language, we set up Spanish lessons and joined with a local parent and toddler group so that the generations could learn together. And when a gentleman, who is a keen musician, wanted to visit the Royal Albert Hall for his 90th birthday, we worked with his family to make it happen and to give him an unforgettable day.


I was delighted with our ‘good’ rating from the CQC, which we gained in September 2018. I’m now looking forward to continuing to work with my skilled and passionate team to go one better. Our aim now is to become an ‘outstanding’ provider of great care for older people in Sevenoaks, and across Kent and the South East of England.

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