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 home to 52 people living with dementia across three individual houses. The specialist dementia-trained team delivers compassionate, person-centred care, supported by 24-hour nursing from dedicated dementia-trained nurses.
Set beside Skylarks Nature Reserve and a local animal sanctuary, the home offers a welcoming environment with strong community connections. Every bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, and most ground-floor rooms have private, enclosed gardens.
Life at Skylarks focuses on living,...
Church Farm at Skylarks is home to 52 people living with dementia across three individual houses. The specialist dementia-trained team delivers compassionate, person-centred care, supported by 24-hour nursing from dedicated dementia-trained nurses.
Set beside Skylarks Nature Reserve and a local animal sanctuary, the home offers a welcoming environment with strong community connections. Every bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, and most ground-floor rooms have private, enclosed gardens.
Life at Skylarks focuses on living, not just receiving care.
With no uniforms and staff working consistently in the same house, trusted relationships flourish, and familiar, homely environments emerge. Each house has its own kitchen at its heart, where people can share stories, prepare vegetables, dry the dishes and enjoy everyday activities that bring purpose, belonging and familiarity.
Each person's life story is valued, recognising individuality, preferences, and the little things that make a difference. The award-winning team, alongside the ‘one GP, one home’ approach, promotes continuity, familiarity, and personalised medical care.
Building the future of outstanding dementia care.
The ambitious expansion, due for completion in 2027, will bring 41 additional beds, a hydrotherapy pool and a café, creating exciting opportunities to enhance wellbeing, social connection and meaningful experiences.
This development represents more than expansion; it is a commitment to shaping the future of dementia care. The vision is for Church Farm at Skylarks to be at the forefront of outstanding dementia care and a recognised centre of excellence, continually evolving specialist expertise and approaches to deliver exceptional, family-centred care.
Proudly recognised as a Veteran Friendly Home, Church Farm at Skylarks is a community where people are known, valued and supported to live well, every day, in their own way.
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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 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
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Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
Smoking not permitted
Close to Local shops
Near Public Transport
Minibus or other transport
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Ground Floor Accommodation only
Gardens
Bar/Café
Residents Kitchenette
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
Residents Internet Access
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Weekly Charges per Person
Type of care
Permanent
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£1,500 - £1,895
£1,895
Residential Dementia Care
£1,500 - £1,895
£1,895
Nursing Care
£1,500 - £1,895
£1,895
Nursing Dementia Care
£1,500 - £1,895
£1,895
Contact Church Farm at Skylarks to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Skylarks weekly fees start from £1500. Nursing care placements receiving FNC have the FNC payment discounted from self funding care fees.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Church Farm at Skylarks for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
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Local Authority with Top-up
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NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Support you may be entitled to
If you choose 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.
Tours
Onsite Tours of Church Farm at SkylarksUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun(between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)Tours of Church Farm at Skylarks are available to book with a member of the team to view our lounge areas, different households, and bedroom if available. We are able to support some evening tours, contact a member of the team to discuss requirements.
Church Farm at Skylarks has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.132) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Church Farm at Skylarks has 55 reviews.
Review from Susan G (Sister of Resident) published on 22 May 2020 Date of experience: April 2020•Submitted via Website•
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I cannot recommend this home too highly! All staff from the very top are very professional, caring above and beyond normal. When visiting you entered a calm welcoming and happy home. All the residents were as happy and contented as far as they could be in this situation. The staff encourage them to...
I cannot recommend this home too highly! All staff from the very top are very professional, caring above and beyond normal. When visiting you entered a calm welcoming and happy home. All the residents were as happy and contented as far as they could be in this situation. The staff encourage them to integrate and where possible they are taken on outings, even if only to the local pub. My brother was very happy and even put on weight as he enjoyed the food, which always smelt good. His room, like the whole home, was always very clean without smelling sanitised. His end of life care was, all be it unexpected, dealt with like everything else with care and compassion to both my brother and myself.
Summing up, the home is an excellent caring home and a credit to everyone.
↩Reply from Brent Grantham-Rae, Home Administrator at Church Farm at Skylarks
Thank you so much for your lovely review of our home.
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Review from Suzy R (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 28 October 2019 Date of experience: October 2019•Submitted via Website•
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It's warm and inviting. Loads of attention to detail in making it feel homely. My sister-in-law has been in one particular 5-star-hotel-like residential home locally but it lacked the warmth of a really good caring staff. Skylarks is based on the Butterfly model worth looking up and I believe is...
It's warm and inviting. Loads of attention to detail in making it feel homely. My sister-in-law has been in one particular 5-star-hotel-like residential home locally but it lacked the warmth of a really good caring staff. Skylarks is based on the Butterfly model worth looking up and I believe is done really well. Loads of different pictures objects on the wall and although might to some seem a bit of a hotchpotch around the home it's clearly been well thought out. Themed wallpaper areas and different seating areas as you would in your own home. Visitors are welcomed and the staff have no uniform and photos of residents are mixed with staff but without labels - a real sense of equality. I loved one particular lounge that had different sorts of areas - a few fairy lights here and there, a disco ball surrounded by records - a themed Uk area and much more - all I know will provoke memories or even conversation for some but without being deliberately seen as reminiscing work.
↩Reply from Helen Walton, Operations Director at Church Farm at Skylarks
Thank you for your favourable review of your experience at Skylarks. We will pass this feedback to the team who work extremely hard to maintain the approach that you describe and appreciate.
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Review from M D (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2019 Date of experience: February 2019•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My father is very well cared for at Church Farm at Skylarks and he has been there for nearly two years. I am particularly impressed with the level of good interaction with care staff and positive communication that takes place at Church Farm at Skylarks. The gentleness and understanding of my...
My father is very well cared for at Church Farm at Skylarks and he has been there for nearly two years. I am particularly impressed with the level of good interaction with care staff and positive communication that takes place at Church Farm at Skylarks. The gentleness and understanding of my father's needs is, in my opinion, of a very high standard and a 'family feel' to the room that he is in is of great benefit to him.
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Review from L C (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 February 2019 Date of experience: December 2018•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My dad has lived here for two years and I wouldn't have placed him anywhere else. The home is very well staffed, clean, friendly and they can't do enough for him. I would more than recommend the home to everyone else.
My dad has lived here for two years and I wouldn't have placed him anywhere else. The home is very well staffed, clean, friendly and they can't do enough for him. I would more than recommend the home to everyone else.
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Review from D C (Friend of Resident) published on 23 January 2019 Date of experience: December 2018•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I come to see my friend, she seems to have settled in very well here. It seems to be very homely, very well run and with lots of activities to do. I couldn't think of a better home to be in.
I come to see my friend, she seems to have settled in very well here. It seems to be very homely, very well run and with lots of activities to do. I couldn't think of a better home to be in.
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Review from Sylvia W (Wife of Resident) published on 10 January 2019 Date of experience: November 2018•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My husband has been going to Skylarks for approximately five months on a two-day a week arrangement. He was made so welcome and was shown great understanding when he had moments of reluctance and resistance at being somewhere other than at home.
I feel so grateful that there is somewhere like...
My husband has been going to Skylarks for approximately five months on a two-day a week arrangement. He was made so welcome and was shown great understanding when he had moments of reluctance and resistance at being somewhere other than at home. I feel so grateful that there is somewhere like Skylarks where staff deal with the residents and service users as adults and in a non-condescending way.
The premises too are arranged in a very homely way.
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Review from D C (Friend of Resident) published on 9 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I come to visit my friend now for over a year and every time I come the staff are very friendly and kind to both me and my husband. I always see the staff working well with all the residents helping them do activities and with anything that may need doing.
I come to visit my friend now for over a year and every time I come the staff are very friendly and kind to both me and my husband. I always see the staff working well with all the residents helping them do activities and with anything that may need doing.
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Review from Brenda G (Wife of Resident) published on 18 December 2018 Date of experience: December 2018•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My husband is settled and seems quite happy most of the time, his general care is good. The staff are nice and my husband's primary carer treats him well and seems to have a good understanding, my husband co-operates with him most of the time.
My husband is settled and seems quite happy most of the time, his general care is good. The staff are nice and my husband's primary carer treats him well and seems to have a good understanding, my husband co-operates with him most of the time.
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Review from B S (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 December 2017 Date of experience: November 2017•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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The staff at Church Farm at Skylarks continue to care for my father and his wife with the utmost sensitivity and kindness. When problems have arisen, they have been dealt with at the earliest opportunity and always appropriately. When I visit, I am always so impressed by the warmth of interactions...
The staff at Church Farm at Skylarks continue to care for my father and his wife with the utmost sensitivity and kindness. When problems have arisen, they have been dealt with at the earliest opportunity and always appropriately. When I visit, I am always so impressed by the warmth of interactions between staff and residents.
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Review from M B (Wife of Resident) published on 28 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I am happy with the care my husband gets. Staff are helpful and friendly. You are always made to feel welcome.
I am happy with the care my husband gets. Staff are helpful and friendly. You are always made to feel welcome.
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Review from Maria L (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 January 2017 Date of experience: December 2016•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My mum has been in the home for almost 2 years. The home works really well considering they have residents with dementia at all stages and she has been treated with dignity and well looked after during that time. The staff are really friendly and try really hard to ensure the residents are happy....
My mum has been in the home for almost 2 years. The home works really well considering they have residents with dementia at all stages and she has been treated with dignity and well looked after during that time. The staff are really friendly and try really hard to ensure the residents are happy. The lady who provides entertainment is fantastic at putting on lots of activities and getting most people to try something. Outings are well planned and lots of laughter had by all. A monthly trip to see a film is always appreciated by those who go. My father who's in a different home is taken to see the film and staff from both homes ensure they can sit together and hold hands.
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Review from Michael P (Son of Resident) published on 30 November 2016 Date of experience: November 2016•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My dad has been in your care since January 2015 and during all that time he has been cared for in a very professional and caring way. When dad was first admitted there were very trying and difficult times all of which have been overcome thanks to the excellent care provided. Type 3 dementia is a...
My dad has been in your care since January 2015 and during all that time he has been cared for in a very professional and caring way. When dad was first admitted there were very trying and difficult times all of which have been overcome thanks to the excellent care provided. Type 3 dementia is a dreadful disease but every single resident is different and each and everyone has to be treated accordingly. My mum and I would just like to give a big thank you to all the carers at Church Farm, which has been a difficult time for all the family.
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Review from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 November 2016 Date of experience: October 2016•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My father has severe dementia and challenging behaviour. I have found all the staff organised, well trained and quite confident in how they approach, encourage and care for him. This has enabled him (and me) to settle, sleep, enjoy his food and participate in the life of the home.
Dad says "they...
My father has severe dementia and challenging behaviour. I have found all the staff organised, well trained and quite confident in how they approach, encourage and care for him. This has enabled him (and me) to settle, sleep, enjoy his food and participate in the life of the home.
Dad says "they all like me here" which reflects how they talk to him, they are affectionate, humorous and accepting of the residents. The staff teams work well together to create a stable, happy, organised and efficient environment for their charges to live safely with support but also to exercise choice in as much of their life as possible.
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Review from J W (Son of Resident) published on 3 November 2016 Date of experience: October 2016•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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No complaints, staff are friendly and helpful. My father seems very settled.
No complaints, staff are friendly and helpful. My father seems very settled.
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Review from Sarah I (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 August 2016 Date of experience: July 2016•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My mum has now been a resident at Skylarks for almost 3 years. We chose this home as it was very different from all the others we visited. Skylarks has a family feel. The decoration is bright and welcoming, and the focus is very much on the individual and their needs. We have found all of the...
My mum has now been a resident at Skylarks for almost 3 years. We chose this home as it was very different from all the others we visited. Skylarks has a family feel. The decoration is bright and welcoming, and the focus is very much on the individual and their needs. We have found all of the carers to be kind, friendly and endlessly patient. They genuinely care about the residents and have good relationships with them. Although Skylarks is a long way from where we live, we would not want mum to be anywhere else.
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Date: 25 November 2022
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Meet the Team (4)
Helen BeacherJob Title Home ManagerJoined 2025
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...
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 SpollinJob Title Clinical Deputy Home ManagerJoined 2014
Maria’s journey to Church Farm has certainly taken a few twists and turns! Her early years were spent between Long Eaton, Northumberland,...
Maria’s journey to Church Farm has certainly taken a few twists and turns! Her early years were spent between Long Eaton, Northumberland, Leicestershire and Nottingham, thanks to her dad’s work in open-cast mining. With a mum who was a nurse and parents who later ran their own residential home in Nottingham, you could say caring runs in the family! Their home shared many of the same values that underpin the Church Farm approach today, giving Maria her first taste of care. She spent two years working weekends as a care assistant in the family home before heading off to begin her nurse training.
Once qualified, Maria joined Glenfield Hospital, working on a medical ward specialising in children’s and, occasionally, adult cardiothoracic surgery. Over more than 20 years, she gained extensive specialist experience and completed advanced training in life support, working in an area at the cutting edge of medical care. Glenfield was one of just five centres in the UK providing this highly specialised level of support!
Maria’s connection with Church Farm goes back to 1995, through family links, and includes fond memories of trips to Blackpool with family members, summer fetes and plenty of social gatherings. Today, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Skylarks, with a real appreciation for avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions and ensuring everyone receives care with privacy, dignity and, above all, patience.
Away from work, Maria enjoys spending time with her family and getting stuck into a good crime novel. She loves a bit of mystery — although, after years in nursing, we suspect she’s pretty good at spotting the clues before the detective does!
With caring in her roots, decades of nursing experience and a heart for the Church Farm approach, Maria is a valued part of the Skylarks family.
Ruth HooksJob Title Non-Clinical Deputy Home ManagerJoined 2026
Meet Ruth, Skylarks’ Non-Clinical Deputy Home Manager! Ruth brings a wealth of experience, a passion for making a difference, and the experience of...
Meet Ruth, Skylarks’ Non-Clinical Deputy Home Manager! Ruth brings a wealth of experience, a passion for making a difference, and the experience of being part of a team that helped lead a care home to Outstanding with the CQC. She knows that creating a truly special home is about more than getting the jobs done; it’s about brilliant teamwork, the little details, and making sure people feel valued, supported and at home.
Dementia care is particularly close to Ruth’s heart, and so is family. She believes in the importance of getting to know the person behind the diagnosis and making sure that life at Skylarks is filled with kindness, connection and those everyday moments that matter most.
When she’s not busy keeping things running smoothly at Skylarks, Ruth enjoys spending time with her family and heading out for walks with her four-legged sidekick, Ralph, her Cocker Spaniel. Ralph takes his walking duties very seriously… although we suspect sniffing every blade of grass is a key part of his route-planning strategy!
Ruth is delighted to be part of the Skylarks family, helping create a place where people matter, relationships flourish, and a little bit of laughter goes a long way.
Samantha McCormackJob Title House LeaderJoined 2014
Meet Sam, one of Skylarks’ fantastic House Leaders! Having been part of the Skylarks family for more than a decade, Sam knows our households inside...
Meet Sam, one of Skylarks’ fantastic House Leaders! Having been part of the Skylarks family for more than a decade, Sam knows our households inside out and brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and dedication to the team.
Sam plays a key role in keeping all our households running smoothly, working alongside care staff to maintain high standards, support great teamwork and make sure life at Skylarks feels just as it should — warm, welcoming and full of meaningful moments. From keeping an eye on the little details to helping the team deliver the very best care, Sam is always on hand to keep things moving in the right direction!
After more than ten years at Skylarks, Sam has certainly seen a few changes along the way, but one thing remains the same: a commitment to the people who call Skylarks home and the brilliant team who make it such a special place.
With experience, a can-do attitude and plenty of Skylarks spirit, Sam helps make sure that every household feels like home, every day!
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