Ashley Court Care Home

6/10 St Peters Road, Ashley Cross, Poole BH14 0PA
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  • Ashley Court Care Home, Poole
Ashley Court, located in the lovely coastal town of Poole, is a friendly and caring residential home that offers a comfortable and peaceful environment. With the seaside close by and plenty of local attractions, Ashley Court is perfect for those who want a calm setting with lots to do. Residents and their families can enjoy nearby restaurants, parks, beaches, and historic places together.

The home is easy to reach by road, bus, or train, and is set in the popular area of Dorset, making it convenient for family visits.

Along with long-term care, Ashley Court also offers respite care, ideal for those needing short-term support due to illness or to give regular carers a break. This service ensures top-quality care for residents during their stay.

The activities coordinators at Ashley Court ensure that residents’ wishes are listened to and that there’s always something fun to do for those who want to take part.

Ashley Court has 60 bedrooms spread over three floors, all of which can be made personal to suit each resident’s taste. Residents can either bring their own furniture or use the home’s fully furnished rooms. The garden is a peaceful space with benches, a summer house and a greenhouse.

Known for its great activities and excellent care, Ashley Court is supported by a long-standing and caring team who work hard to make every day special.

Call today to speak with a care solutions advisor or book a visit to Ashley Court and see how they can help you.
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Care Provided by Ashley Court Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 60 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
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1750
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1750
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1750
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1750

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Ashley Court Care Home 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

Person in charge

  • Gigy Johnson (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (12)

Ashley Court Care Home Reviews (200)

9.8

Ashley Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.840) out of 10, based on 61 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ashley Court Care Home has 200 reviews.

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Review from Linda C (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a lovely home, my mum is very happy there. After being in another home before this one where she was so unhappy and sad, after moving here she is more like her old self. The staff are so kind and compassionate, always friendly when you visit. I am so glad my mum is happy there and safe.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely words; I will definitely convey your kind words to the staff.
Kind regards.

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Review from Mike S (Son of Resident) published on 27 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This wonderful care home made the last 9 months of my mother's life so happy, safe, fun and loving. Their professional, compassionate and loving care meant that we got to enjoy those last precious months with Mum.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Many thanks for your lovely words. I am happy to know that the staff were able to meet your expectations and will convey your words.
Kind regards.

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Review from J F (Friend of Resident) published on 12 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have visited my friend who resides with Ashley Court twice so far, I am in touch with her daughter also.
The atmosphere and the look of the home is light and bright, but very homely and friendly. The garden is superb and calm and beautiful. The colours in the dining room are well chosen and appealing.
The home is not too big (or small). Easy to park there. Staff that I encountered (at least 5) were professional, caring, friendly. Thank you so much for all you do. I enjoy my visits!
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Many Thanks for your lovely words. I will convey your kind words to all my staff.
Kind regards, Gigy Johnson.

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Review from L W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 1 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are always exceptionally welcoming and accommodating, they have often made me a drink when visiting. I felt confident and satisfied that my nan was receiving excellent care from day one at this home - she was calmer, happier in herself and starting to join in with activities/communal areas
which she hasn't done in a really long time.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind comments. I am proud of our team who continue to work exceptionally hard to ensure they provide excellent care to all our residents. We are pleased to hear that your nan is happier, calmer and joining in with activities. I will be sure to pass on your thoughtful comments to the whole team.

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Review from M H (Niece of Resident) published on 13 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is by far the best care home I have experienced. The staff are so kind and caring. Everything is spotless. We have visited at various times and things are always in good order. The staff is a shinning star of humanity, they are so lovely with everyone. If and when I am in need of a home for myself,
I would like to come here.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your fantastic review and comments. I am really pleased to hear that you are happy and comfortable with the care your aunt is receiving and I will be sure to pass on all your kind words to the whole team. Thank you once again for your kind words that you would choose us in the future should the need arise.

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Review from P H (Sister of Resident) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The friendliest and most helpful group of workers. They hug the patients and even the visitors when needed. This has been a fantastic journey in my sister's life, she's happy and the experience for the family is overwhelming knowing we can relax knowing she has the best care. Excellent!
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Many thanks for your wonderful word. I am really pleased to hear that you are happy and comfortable with the care your sister is receiving and I will convey your words to all my staff. Many thanks.

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Review from D G (Friend of Resident) published on 9 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My dear friend was admitted to Ashley Court due to advanced dementia and deteriorating physical health. It was a worrying time for his partner and myself but the Care Homes staff were very caring and efficient. It was a relief to know that my friend had 24-hour care up to the time he unfortunately died.
We cannot fault the home, the private room was large and always spotlessly clean, as was my friend when we visited. The care workers always had friendly smiles and were very helpful and the nurses provided confidence that my friend's needs were being met.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Many thanks for your lovely comments. I am extremely happy to hear that our staff did their jobs efficiently to make your friend happy and comfortable during his time here. I will ensure to pass on your kind words to the whole team. Kind regards Gigy.

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Review from Mike S (Son of Resident) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We tried to move my very reluctant Mum into six other care homes before we discovered Ashley Court. She has been at home there now for five months and has blossomed. All of the staff are incredible, from the management and administration teams to the wonderful nurses and health care assistants and the
rest of this fantastic team. Mum is clearly on the receiving end of first-class, professional and friendly care and has a great rapport with the team. We have not seen her so happy, laughing all the time, for years. You won’t find a better care home.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful words. I am extremely happy to hear that our staff are doing their jobs efficiently to make your mum happy and comfortable here. I will pass on your kind words to the rest of the team. Kind regards Gigy.

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Review from A B (Husband of Resident) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When my wife was moved from hospital into Ashley Court Care Home we were very concerned having never had any experience with the care sector. Within a very short time, it was obvious what a brilliant place it was. The standard of care was second to none. Considering the poor state of health my wife
was in for the eighteen months she was there, the care was always first class, she was always kept spotlessly clean and comfortable and we were always welcome.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Many thanks for your lovely review, I'm so pleased that you are pleased with the care your wife is receiving. I will pass on your kind words to the rest of the team. Kind regards Gigy.

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Review from L J (Sister of Resident) published on 29 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister was sent from hospital to Ashley Court Care Home. She had Alzheimers and had deteriorated suddenly very rapidly. She had lost all functional skills.
Everybody from management to staff were helpful and caring and kept us informed at all times. I was so grateful my sister was in such a caring,
welcoming place. Anybody that enters this care home is in a very safe dedicated place.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for your glowing review! Its lovely to hear that you feel all departments are doing an efficiently.

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Review from Jayne N (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad is very well cared for; the caring, management, admin staff are exceptional. There is always a nice atmosphere within the home.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you so much for the lovely review. It's good to hear your dad feels very much at home and you are happy across all departments.

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Review from Christine D (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am always made to feel welcome, everyone is helpful and kind. Dad is always clean and tidy and as happy as he can be. I always want to say thank you when I leave.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you so much for the fantastic review. We are extremely happy to hear that our staff are doing everything they can to make you and your Dad feel happy and comfortable here.

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Review from Gillian J (Niece of Resident) published on 20 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt spent the last 2 years of her life at Ashley Court. She was physically frail and dementia had set in. The carers in Ashey Court showed patience, understanding and great compassion. I live over 250 miles away and with the covid pandemic, it made it difficult to visit. Staff were always excellent
with communication. They showed great kindness when it became evident my aunt was reaching the end of her life. I do not hesitate to recommend Ashey Court, who made my aunt's last 2 years as comfortable as possible. I always felt she was safe. Thank you.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for the lovely review and thank you for recommending us.

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Review from S H (Resident) published on 1 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel my father has made Ashley Court Care Home his home. I am really pleased and grateful how the team provide him with care. The menu is fantastic the staff clearly meet his needs.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you, it is lovely to hear that your father feels very much at home at Ashley Court with all the team.

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Review from K K (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Ashley Court Care Home staff have looked after my mum for nearly three years. Mum is very well cared for by the team of professional staff, who have also taken time to get to know the whole family which is very much appreciated! We don't know what we would have done without the team's support!
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for your amazing review. We love to get to know all of you as well as we can, and I'm glad you feel supported.

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Review from Sue H (Wife of Resident) published on 30 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
How wonderful is this nursing home? My husband is a resident and due to his dementia will not settle to eat. Due to this the staff are being very vigilant - making sandwiches and providing fruit and cake throughout the day to give some encouragement. I am aware of this, as this has happened while we
are visiting.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for this great review! It is lovely to hear that our staff are attentive, and your husband is getting the extra support with his dietary requirements.

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Review from Jenny J (Wife of Resident) published on 30 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Loved all staff.
I will be booking a bed.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for the five-star review! It's great to see that you are happy across all sections of the home.

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Review from Julie S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
So friendly, staff amazing, always there, supportive, very clean, extremely high standard. I cannot praise high enough. Dad was scared, so were we, but we were put at ease and went home with new confidence. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for the fantastic review! I'm glad your Dad had these lovely words to say about our staff and that he enjoyed his stay with us.

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Review from Georgia F (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 7 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. They take the time to get to know all of the residents' friends and families.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Thank you for your great review. We love getting to know each and every person that lives at and visits Ashley Court.

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Review from Susan M (Wife of Resident) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the home clean and efficient. The staff are very kind and treat my husband with the greatest respect and care. They also care about me as a relative. It has been a great relief to me that he is so well looked after.
Reply from Gigy Johnson, Manager at Ashley Court Care Home

Many thanks for your lovely review. I'm so pleased you find the care your husband receiving so positive; it's a pleasure to look after him. Kind regards.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.840)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.840) out of 10 for Ashley Court Care Home 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 61 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 4.840 for Ashley Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (617 Excellents x 5) + (98 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 724 Ratings = 4.84
  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 Ashley Court Care Home is based on 61 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 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 61 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: 13 Oct 2021

Overall Good

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

Bed Vacancies

1 Bed Vacancy

Posted: 13 Sep 2025

We provide permanent and respite accommodation for individuals with nursing, respite, palliative, and nursing dementia needs. Our services include complete en-suite and basin with WC rooms. Additionally, we offer privately funded, local authority, and NHS-funded placements.

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Awards / Recognitions (9)

Meet the Team (2)

Gigy

Gigy Johnson

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2019

“There are lots of staff at the home and we are now enlisting the help of a local agency to ensure we can provide the maximum level of care required for every resident. Lots of residents come to us through recommendations and we have a great reputation within the area.”

Ancy

Ancy Shaji

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2014

Many of our staff are long-serving, which is a testament to the atmosphere we create. Staff are comfortable and happy to work and we provide them with a high level of support at all times. We’re always in touch with families so they know their loved ones are being well looked after.

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