
Food is marvelous, care is top-notch. Can't really find any faults here!Mark H(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)

I would more than recommend the home to everyone else.L C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


Food is marvelous, care is top-notch. Can't really find any faults here!Mark H(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)

I would more than recommend the home to everyone else.L C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


Church Farm at Skylarks is a community of four houses for people living with dementia. Staff at Church Farm all have specialist dementia training. In total, Church Farm at Skylarks is home for 52 people, all of whom have their own ensuite and enclosed gardens.
Set in beautiful surroundings, adjacent to Skylarks Nature Reserve and next to an animal sanctuary, Church Farm has strong community links with the local area. Its...
Care Provided by Church Farm at Skylarks
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- 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 52 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
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Church Farm at Skylarks 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
- Church Farm Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Maria Spollin (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1976
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (52)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (52)
Parking
- There is plenty of free parking available on-site
Church Farm at Skylarks Reviews (48)
Church Farm at Skylarks has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.907) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Church Farm at Skylarks has 48 reviews.
Yesterday I witnessed Alina being so kind to her - Alina is such a great credit to the team!. A new member of staff, Lucy looked after her so well/ she was so kind and attentive that leaving her when it was time to go was so much easier. Mum thinks she has known Lucy for years!
The care home provide so many different activities for the residents - We couldn't , as a family wish for anywhere better for our mum. Thank you so much x
Thank you for sharing your experience and the impact the team have on not only how your Mum feels, but also as a wider family, particularly when visits come to an end which for many can be a distressing time. Your feedback is very important to supporting our team develop and has been shared during...
Skylarks has always showed a positive cheerful engaging attitude from the day when we first visited it to see if the Home would be suitable for my wife.
We had nothing but kindness and empathy from the staff and they enjoyed looking after my wife and me as well when I visited my wife every day.
Some of the residents could be challenging as would be expected in an environment where they all have dementia but I was amazed how the staff handled issues calmly, sympathetically and cheerfully.
The food was always plentiful and enjoyable and the catering staff were always willing to accept comments about the food, good or bad and make changes.
The non-caring staff such as managers, cleaners, laundry staff and maintenance staff always made time to talk when I needed.
The staff were helpful and gave me the opportunity to be part of the caring for my wife and they showed kindness towards me as my wife's life ended.
Thank you for your feedback which has been shared with the whole team. It was our privilege to support both your wife and you during your time with us. We looked forward to your visits as much as we hope you looked forward to coming. I can say with confidence that you both are sadly missed and very...
My sister was at Skylarks WB she was treated very badly. She had 2 bad chest infections in bed most of the time with bed sores & asleep most of the time. 1 of the staff & her friends had it in for my sister regarding a certain non-resident coming in regularly for meals. We didn't mind it he always had his meal first & plenty of it. We felt sorry for the residents waiting for their meals. On my sister's birthday 2 of his friends came in demanding cake first before my sister. I thought it was a very cruel thing to do They made her wait till last for her food when it was cold. Also make her wait until last for ice lollies, while some staff were eating theirs. Not taken to the toilet regularly. Also she was taken away from her friends because there was no hoist in that room. Bearing in mind she could not walk or talk. Some of the residents used to stroke her hair, my sister loved it. But what hurts most how heartless the management could be. Not asking how she was, no condolences, nothing.
The family member sadly passed following a natural and...
The home is kind considerate and compassionate and try their hardest to take care of individual and complex dementia and nursing needs. All carers treat everyone with kindness and respect and it feels like an extended family. Visitors are welcome and encouraged. This is not the nearest care home to where I live and it take 45 minutes to get here but I would not want my mum any where else if she can't be at home thank you to all
Thank you for your kind words and a wonderful reflection of life here at Skylarks. We truly believe family matters and that kindness, consideration and respect are at the heart of everything we do. It is a privilege to care for your Mum and we are so very pleased that you chose us to entrust with her care and consider us the next best thing to her being at home.
Skylarks, West Bridgford, was by far and away the best care home my elderly dad had ever been in. He'd had Parkinson's for 18 years. From the lovely staff, the genuine day to day care - tailored to suit his needs - to the fantastic communication from management and office staff, I cannot praise the place enough. Would highly recommend for the trusted care of your loved one.
Thank you for your very kind and wonderful words. The whole team appreciate you sharing your experience at Skylarks. It has been our honour and privilege to care for your Dad during his time with us. Our partnership with you in providing trusted and person centred care has been a valued one with many wonderful memories made. Thank you.
The care and support Dad has received has been wonderful. He was very frail and weak when he was admitted. He has been encouraged to eat and drink and has now put on weight. As a result he is now stronger and looks very well. On a personal note I would like to thank the managers and staff for all the advice and support they have given to me too. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words, it has been a wonderful privilege to care for Dad and support you through this journey. You both have truly become part of the Church Farm family and we have enjoyed every moment.
My wife has been in Skylarks since December 2023, and I have no complaints regarding any aspects of life for her at the home. She seems settled and content, and the staff are excellent and look after her well.
Thank you for your kind words. We have shared these comments with all members of the team who have appreciated them whole heartedly.
Staff do not engage with residents as a result they lose the power of communication. The residents spend most of the day in the same chair falling in and out of sleep until the next meal. Belongings continuously go missing and very little is done to recover them.
Contrary to what Skylarks promote the leading edge "Dementia Care Matters Household" model is not followed. It is not the place to spend your final days.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear of your concerns and appreciate the opportunity to respond. We note that your mother remains in our care, which we hope reflects your continued confidence in the support she receives as her needs change. We understand how difficult it was for...
There is a welcoming atmosphere on arrival at Skylarks. Staff are attentive, helpful and caring. They are always on hand to answer your queries. My husband is looked after with with patience, kindness and regard for his interests. He is a countryman. I appreciate carers always place his chair where he can look out at the garden and watch the birds.
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience. The team at Skylarks do their upmost to use their knowledge of each of our family members unique life history to ensure a person-centered approach
My wife has been at Skylarks just over two years. She has settled reasonably well, although because of her dementia she has good days and bad days. During this time I have found all the staff/carers to be very friendly, helpful and very professional.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I know the team will be happy to receive your positive feedback.
My mother was at Skylarks for 5 years, all through the pandemic and afterwards. She received excellent care, all the staff were kind, caring and patient. She could be quite challenging and this was dealt with very well. I have no hesitation in recommending this home for people with advanced dementia.
Thank you for your kind words.It has been an honour to support your Mum.The joy she displayed when singing and dancing was magical to see.She will always have a special place in our hearts
A great place for mum to be. The staff look after mum so well and nothing ever seems to be too much. I don't know how we'd be able to cope without all of their support. They keep us really well informed about mum and we really appreciate their care for her.
My husband had his 90th birthday last month and once again they helped to make it a day to remember.
I visit every other day, am always made welcome and kept up to date with his progress.
The family feel very lucky that we are able to see him being so well cared for at this stage in his life.
I have shared your feedback with the whole staff team - supporting everyone to have the best day possible is our aim and can bring great joy to everyone.
It was not smooth sailing straight away but that was very much expected with her mixed dementia and other mental health complications. All of the staff and management at Church Farm have worked really hard and have done all they can to help my mum feel safe and happy. After two months, she is now smiling and she tells me how nice all of the staff are when I visit. She has even been out on a trip to a local farm which she loved.
I am very grateful for the care she is receiving at Church Farm and would recommend the home to anyone needing great care for their loved one. There is warmth along with expertise from all staff and I feel lucky to have found this for my mum.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are extremely proud of our colleagues and will ensure they are aware of your feedback.
Mum was admitted to Church Farm at Skylarks Care Home with severe dementia nine years ago and died peacefully a few weeks ago. Throughout her stay, over all this period of time, her care was superb. The staff were so kind and caring as well as professional. They became her family and treated her as you would want a loved one to be looked after. All of our family were most grateful and clearly impressed. Even at her passing many of the staff came out to wish her well on her journey and pay their respects, with two attending the funeral. A warmth that you could touch and feel that she would have loved.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are extremely proud of our colleagues and will ensure they are aware of your feedback.
Their truly caring, forward-thinking approach is second to none, I feel incredibly lucky that in their time of need, both my parents were looked after by the team at Skylarks.
Thank you the house leader and the team, we are forever in your debt.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are extremely proud of our colleagues and will ensure they are aware of your feedback.
My parents had both been residents of Church Farm at Skylarks Care Home for a number of years and it was only in my father's final days that I witnessed the care and love shown to individual residents of the home. From cooking their favourite food to singing or dancing, whatever it takes to ensure that the resident has happiness in their final years, care is delivered with love and kindness. One member of staff, in particular, went out of her way to keep the family updated and ensured that Dad received the best care delivered with maximum dignity whilst protecting him from pain. The family are in debt to the wonderful carers who do an amazing job.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are extremely proud of our colleagues and will ensure they are aware of your feedback.
My mum has been at Church Farm at Skylarks Care Home for many years now and the staff have always been friendly and helpful. They try and put on many different activities for the more able residents and interact with them. I've always found the rooms clean and tidy. The communication with the staff has been good with regular contact, Facebook posts and emails of updates.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are extremely proud of our colleagues and will ensure they are aware of your feedback.
Staff are reactive and compassionate and communication has been excellent.
It is a pleasure to visit Dad in this friendly environment and I feel comforted that, although Dad has quite complex needs, he is finally in a place where he is genuinely cared for and where staff work hard to ensure he has the best quality of life possible.
So far, so good!
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are extremely proud of our colleagues and will ensure they are aware of your feedback.
My mum has been at Church Farm at Skylarks Care Home now for over three years and the care, support and dignity she receives have been excellent. The care team are always on hand to discuss matters with me and, notwithstanding the acuteness of her condition, always ensures she is fully and actively involved in the community that the home provides.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are extremely proud of our colleagues and will ensure they are aware of your feedback.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 25 November 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (2)
- 17 Nov 2021Recipient: Church Farm at Skylarks
- 01 Apr 2018Recipient: Church Farm at Skylarks
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Meet the Team (3)

With a background in nursing and a deep passion for delivering truly person-centred care rooted in emotional connections, I'm proud to be a part of the Skylarks family as Home Manager. I hold a BSc in Dementia Studies and an MSc in Advanced Dementia Studies from the University of Bradford - qualifications that reflect my commitment to understanding and supporting people living with Dementia in the most compassionate and evidence-based way possible.
Before joining the team, I had the privilege of supporting a care service in its journey from "Requires Improvement" to achieving an "Outstanding" CQC rating in 2025. I've also managed multiple nursing home settings concurrently, always with a focus on building strong, supportive teams and nurturing meaningful connections with family members, relatives and staff.
Outside of work, I'm happiest in the garden with my two much-loved dogs, Benjamin and Montgomery, who keep me smiling and active. I find real joy in nature and in the simple things - whether it's tending to plants or sharing a refreshment and a story with someone.
I'm thrilled to be a part of the Church Farm family, where kindness, curiosity, and community are at the heart of everything we do. Where "People Matter".

Maria's early years were spent in Long Eaton, Northumberland, Leicestershire then Nottingham, primarily due to her Dad’s work in open-cast mining. Her Mum was a nurse and when they moved to Nottingham her parents ran a residential home which shared the same philosophy as the Church Farm approach today. This was Maria's introduction to the world of care, as she spent every weekend for 2 years working as a care assistant in the family 'home' until she began her nurse training after leaving school.
When qualified, Maria worked on a medical ward specialising in children’s and occasionally adult cardiothoracic surgery at Glenfield Hospital. During her 20-plus years there Maria did various specialist courses, including becoming a specialist in the most advanced form of life support available. Glenfield being the first of 5 centres in the UK to provide this level of support.
Since 1995 Maria has been involved with Church Farm through family links and attended a trip with some residents to Blackpool and also summer fetes and other social gatherings. Maria's previous experience helps her to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and to appreciate the need for privacy, dignity, and patience for everyone living in the home.
Away from work, Maria keeps busy with her family life. In her spare time, she likes to read a good crime novel.

Samantha works as House Leader overseeing all our Lounges.
Frequently Asked Questions about Church Farm at Skylarks
What types of Care is Church Farm at Skylarks registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Church Farm at Skylarks have?
There are 52 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Church Farm at Skylarks?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, 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 Church Farm at Skylarks to the centre of Nottingham?
1.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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