
My mum is looked after very well at Pear Tree. Everyone are very helpful and friendlyPaul B(Son of Resident/Service User)



My mum is looked after very well at Pear Tree. Everyone are very helpful and friendlyPaul B(Son of Resident/Service User)



Pear Tree Court is a purpose-built care home in Horndean, providing the very best care in stunning surroundings. The highly trained team offers residential, dementia and nursing care to short-term respite and permanent residents, as well as compassionate end of life care.
Luxury and comfort are key at Pear Tree Court. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities, and the home features its very own hair salon, café and cinema. Residents are also...
Care Provided by Pear Tree Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 72 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- 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
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.
• 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
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.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Pear Tree Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Pear Tree Court 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)
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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Aimee Sparks(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (72)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (72)
Parking
- Parking on-site
Pear Tree Court Reviews (123)
Pear Tree Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.784) out of 10, based on 37 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pear Tree Court has 123 reviews.
I found, as I have indicated, everything excellent. I also found the residents I met very pleasant. I cannot think of one thing in Pear Tree Court to find fault with. It is a charming, caring place, and feels so safe.
When home help could not sustain my mother's needs, Pear Tree Court offered a dignified care package that instantly made my mother safe in their wonderful care, and in turn knowing that she is safe I felt a great burden of responsibility being lifted, that in her final chapter the care package would be the best that could be offered in our area close to where her friends could visit and family members could come and go when they pleased. All the staff including importantly, the nursing staff, treated my mother with ultimate respect which unlike a hospital is truly humbling to witness. I would give thanks to the fact that nothing had been a problem during her stay especially when family members at times need as much comfort as those suffering, all of which was given with compassion in spades. They are a credit to our area which other homes strive to achieve the same level. Thank you to all the staff at Pear Tree Court - Horndean.
I have been here for only five months and have found that I am happy and quite content with the treatment that I have received from all of the staff and helpers.
Pear Tree Court is a clean and welcoming home. Management make time to talk to residents/family and answer any questions they may have the staff through to maintenance are very pleasant and helpful, cannot fault the food and welfare of the residents. My partner has been in Pear Tree Court for 18 months now. There is a variety of activities of which he enjoys when able also have entertainment come to the home most weeks. I would definitely recommend Pear Tree Court to family/friends.
The immediate and lasting feeling given is of a comfortable well-established country hotel. It has a very welcoming atmosphere. Pear Tree court impressed me as a well organised and well-run care home. My room had a French window opening onto the garden, with en-suite, well designed and very comfortable, except that I should have preferred a slightly softer mattress. Public rooms are spacious and brightly and tastefully decorated. They give an immediately warm, positive and very welcoming impression. The staff are first class - warm, friendly and cheerful and know their jobs which they do quietly and efficiently. Food was good. Red wine (my favourite). Service was bad. The wine itself was good, but on several occasions there was none available (and I am told this failure was not unusual), culminating with none available on each of my last three evenings.
Thank you for your review of Pear Tree Court – we’re delighted you enjoyed your stay with us.
We’re sorry that you were not able to enjoy a consistent mealtime offering including wine, we will review our ordering system to ensure we have a ready supply.
We hope to see you again!
On arrival and having being alerted by a well-respected survey magazine, I expressed concern that should a resident die in the Pear Tree Court, then an excessive two-week charge of fees would be made after the date of death. This I considered to be unreasonable but was assured by both the manager and deputy that this company policy was under review. On that basis the contract was signed, the 2-week fee still remaining contractually binding. On the passing of my mother, I discovered that Care UK had changed this part of its policy to only a 3-day fee. This revision was subsequently honoured in full in my case, even though importantly I had not been invited to re-endorse a new contract. This action was impressive and reflects well on the integrity of Care UK. My family and I wish to thank all of the Pear Tree Court staff for all their efforts to make my mother as comfortable as possible during her final days.
Thank you for taking the trouble to share your views on our home. Firstly, may I offer our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother? We are pleased to hear that you were impressed with the care and support that the team were able to offer to your mother and your family and we’ll make sure...
I only have praise for the care I received whilst at Pear Tree Court.
I would come to Pear Tree Court if there was an occasion. Well done.
My experience is extremely good. Everything is first class, care, food, interacting with many who reside. Complete care is available whatever you need.
Moving to Pear Tree Court was such a positive step for my dad. The management and staff are all so friendly, caring and supportive not only to dad but also myself. I will also be so grateful to everyone there, as I now have my dad back to his normal happy smiling self which is lovely to see.
I feel safe, comfortable and satisfied.
I am so grateful to all the staff at Pear Tree Court for making it possible for my mum to attend the wedding service of her granddaughter. One member of staff even gave up her day off to go with her. This is just one example of how everyone at the home goes out of their way to provide the very highest standard of care and attention. We couldn't wish for a better place for our mum to be.
I am pleased with how my Nan has settled into Pear Tree Court. She has made friends with other residents, goes out on lots of trips and is getting the care she deserves and needs. It has been a hard transition for her, but the staff have really helped try and help her settle.
Moving mum into respite was a hard decision to take but was made so much easier by the care and attention given by the team at Pear Tree Court. Initial meetings were supportive and as time has progressed they have all become important to all of us, especially as mum chose to stay. This was a combination of great staff managed by a strong ethos of putting the resident first. Living at Pear Tree Court has given mum back her sense of belonging and she has thrived way beyond what we could have hoped for. Being a valued resident has given mum second wind as she relishes in daily activities and runs her own Knit and Natter group. The home is exactly that, we all love visiting, not just because the team make us feel welcome, but because when we visit mum now she's a joy to see. We cannot thank the care home manager and his team enough for giving mum back her spark and the endless laughter we all share knowing how happy and safe she is.
I am extremely pleased with the care and attention my husband receives daily. The facilities are amazing and the activities are well thought out and are suitable to residents needs and abilities.
Pear Tree Court itself is beautiful, everything is accessible and kept very clean and very tidy. I would definitely recommend Pear Tree Court.
I recommended somebody today to the care home. I would definitely want to stay here if I was older!
We viewed many homes and Pear Tree Court stands out from the others in cleanliness, spaciousness, decor and professional approach...We all want to move in with dad.
My mother was always adamant that she did not want to go into a home but a change in health meant that this was the only long-term option. From the time we first made contact with the home, they could not have been more helpful and welcoming. As a new, purpose-built care home, the environment is lovely - visitors are welcome any time, food is fantastic and there are a lot of activities for residents. My mother has a lovely room with her own private patio. When she moved in, we asked whether we could bring outdoor furniture - there was no need as the home immediately ordered some for her. On the day of moving in, mother stated that she couldn't have found a better place and while she may have short-term memory problems, she seems to be fitting in very well and making friends and keeping busy - something she has said she wanted to do for some time.
Due to the care of all at Pear Tree Court my dear friend's quality of life has been transformed. After two years of basically sleeping in bed all day, she is now enjoying a life of what I can only describe as totally fulfilling. From the food to the caring staff, the planned activities, visits from the home hairdresser and so much more. As visitors, we are made so welcome because it is valued that this is afterall the residents' home. Everything is so well thought out. It really is amazing.
The moment we walked into Pear Tree Court, we were blown away by the finish of the home. My mother has dementia and the Napier Suite is by far the most dementia focused facility in the area. Having decided that this was the right place for mum, the process of securing a room and arranging the move in was handled with efficiency and sensitivity. We were apprehensive on move-in day but were overwhelmed by the support and care offered by all the staff. Mum has settled in better than we could have imagined, she has come out of her shell, made friends with staff and residents and gets involved in (most!) of the activities. We love going to see mum and rest well knowing she is safe, secure and well cared for. We also love the staff! Nothing is ever too much trouble, they're always smiling and provide cheeky, light-hearted relief when it's needed! Thank you.
Very please with how helpful on all aspects of getting my mother into Pear Tree Court went. Everyone was extremely helpful.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 August 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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News (44) & Events (0)
- 29 May 2026
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- 29 May 2026
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Meet the Team (1)

I’m a qualified Registered General Nurse with 15 years of experience in both NHS hospitals and private care nursing homes. I was keen to join Pear Tree Court because of Care UK’s very good reputation and the development opportunities that are available. I was looking for a service to manage on a long-term basis.
Previously, I was an Interim General Manager and Clinical Quality Assurance Manager for a provider that supports residents with complex care needs. I also have experience working as a turnaround manager, where I supported a nursing home to move from ‘Inadequate’ to ‘Good’ in six months by building an entirely new team. I have a passion for nurturing colleagues, and it makes me proud to see my team shine.
As a Home Manager, I believe it’s important to have a fair but firm approach, a willingness to listen and a supportive and reassuring management style. You need to have an open door for colleagues and compassion for residents. Supporting my team to ensure excellent care is provided to keep residents and their loved ones safe and happy is the most important part of my role.
My favourite part of being a Home Manager is caring for residents on a long-term basis. This means I have the opportunity to really get to know them and their families and understand how to support them to live fulfilling lives.
When I’m not working, I enjoy taking trips with my family, showing my two daughters different cultures and areas of the world.
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