Elmbrook Court

Grove Road, Wantage OX12 7BY
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Elmbrook Court is a purpose-built care home that offers 74 individual, private en-suite rooms and provides the highest quality residential, nursing, memory and respite care in a five-star setting.

Elmbrook Court provides state-of-the-art facilities including a café bistro, cinema room, hair and nail salon, activities room, private dining room and multiple air-conditioned lounges, some with balconies that overlook the landscaped courtyard garden areas.

Elmbrook Court is part of Oakland Care. Oakland Care places significant importance on environmental responsibility and sustainable practices. This commitment was acknowledged nationally when the organisation became Britain's first care home group to be awarded the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainability in 2026. In addition, Oakland Care has consistently been recognised for the quality of its services, earning a place in carehome.co.uk's Top 20 Mid-Sized Care Home Groups for three consecutive years: 2024, 2025, and 2026.
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Care Provided by Elmbrook Court

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 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 74 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

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
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1930
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1990
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £2050

Fees are "All inclusive" and subject to a pre-admission assessment for confirmation.

The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Elmbrook Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.

Contact Elmbrook 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.

Contact Elmbrook Court to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Rebecca Warman (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2021
  • Last Refurbishment: 2021
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (74)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (74)

Elmbrook Court Reviews (74)

9.9

Elmbrook Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.851) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from Sue G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was one of the first residents to move into the home when it opened in May 2021 and during the year she has received the utmost care and attention. The caring and good-natured staff have been great in anticipating and meeting her increasing personal care, dietary requirements and health needs. Moving
from a family home to a care home was a difficult but necessary decision and we consider ourselves very fortunate to have Elmbrook Court Care Home on our doorstep.
Reply from Rebecca Warman, General Manager at Elmbrook CourtThank you Sue, your mum has touched the lives of all our team members during her stay with us here at Elmbrook Court, we are so grateful to have been given the opportunity to care and look after her; and thank you for your kind words. We look forward to seeing you in the home during one of your next visits.
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Review from S I (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 16 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been happily reassured by the quality of care for Mum in lovely, clean surroundings. The many staff we have met have been welcoming, friendly and always happy to answer our questions and of course, know just how to look after Mum.
Reply from Rebecca Warman, General Manager at Elmbrook CourtThank you so much, we are delighted to have your mum stay with us. I look forward to seeing you in the home and please do let us know if you have any questions or suggestions - we will always be happy to help in any way we can. See you soon.
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Review from Jane B (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Elmbrook Court Care Home made Mum's transition into the home very easy. They not only made sure all medical issues were considered but also took time to find out about her likes and interests.
Mum is always praising the staff and saying how patient, kind and friendly they all are. She is extremely
happy and content there. They offer a variety of group activities to all residents.
The home is beautifully appointed. It feels spacious and calming. I thoroughly recommend this home to anyone considering care for their loved one.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtWe really appreciate you taking the time to let us know how you feel about Elmbrook Court. To say we love to look after the residents is an understatement. We really do have so much enjoyment with them. Elmbrook Court is one very happy family.
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Review from C P (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are very friendly and responsive to suggestions. The new name badges are clear with big print so the staff names are much easier to read.
Very hospitable, allowing relatives to eat with residents for an occasional meal. A table was set up in Mum's room so we could eat in style. Very caring.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtThank you! We are always open to suggestions to make the resident's experience more positive and enjoyable. Glad you enjoyed your meal.
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Review from K J (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Whilst my father has only been with you for 5 days I cannot thank you all enough for your kindness, compassion, and consideration of my father's needs. Your desire to help him feel comfortable is very much appreciated by our whole family. Everyone we have met has been so very kind to us as a family
too - thank you.
Reply from jim macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtThank you so much for your very kind words. We are all one family at Elmbrook Court - residents, relatives and colleagues. It is our privilege to look after your loved ones as if they were our own. We truly endorse our company motto of "live, love and be loved".
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Review from J S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Although mum was only at Elmbrook Court for a month the care she received was excellent. The ambience was warm and welcoming and her room was well laid out and a pleasant place in which to relax. The activities were engaging, particularly the choir which mum really loved.
Mum felt she wasn’t quite
ready for residential care but we were very impressed and hope she might change her mind in the future.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtWe would be delighted to welcome Mum back, we miss her in the choir!
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Review from Giles H (Son of Resident) published on 17 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I had the potentially difficult job of finding a new home for my elderly Mum suffering from dementia and arranging the move. After a little searching, I discovered Elmbrook Court. Having now been there it is a lovely place - clean modern and spacious. From beginning to end the whole transition was most
professionally and caringly managed. The team coordinated by the Head of Client and Resident Experience arranged the transport, Covid testing, and supplies of medication. On arrival the staff were fantastic, laying on a real welcome, and getting Mum settled in right away. Within an hour Mum was chatting and smiling and drinking coffee and tucking into biscuits and a baked potato. Nothing seemed too much trouble. I had approached this with some trepidation given Mum's condition, and resistance to change. But in the end, everything ran as smooth as clockwork, and a potentially stressful situation became a pleasurable one. Many thanks to the team. Ratings are based on preliminary views.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtThank you! We understand just how stressful the process of finding a care home and the logistics of moving a loved one can be so we are happy to oblige to ensure a positive and happy experience.
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Review from Paul G (Friend of Resident) published on 15 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you for looking after our friend. Everybody I met at Elmbrook bent over backward to make our friend's stay perfect. From the first day I took our friend to view Elmbrook I was impressed by the professional but friendly service. On all of my visits, every member of staff made us so welcome and
it was apparent that our friend was in a safe and caring environment. Hats off to you all.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtThank you for your kind words, it's a testament to our team that everyone in Elmbrook Court thinks of our residents as our relatives.
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Review from Victoria D (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad simply couldn't have better care than at Elmbrook Court. The facility is new and built to a very high standard. The rooms are beautifully furnished, and Dad has a patio with tables and chairs to enjoy the Autumn sun. The staff are outstanding, friendly, caring and considerate, and really good fun,
which is sometimes missing in care facilities. We were worried that Dad wouldn't settle after living alone for so long, but he has thrown himself into his new life - coffee morning, bell-rining, cinema club. He looks healthy and happy. Thank you.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtThank you! It is absolutely true that moving into care is not the end of the journey... it is the start of a new one!
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Review from Desmond M (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 5 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful, caring staff.
Lovely, bright and well-equipped home.
Very good food.
Reply from jim macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtThank you for your very kind words. Our dining experience is very important to us, and the quality and variety of the meals are all part of our "Signature meals" designed by our head chef to not only look visually appetising but also, taste delicious!
We also appreciate your comments about the care team - they really are wonderful!
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Review from Suzie G (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff at Elmbrook are so friendly, helpful and welcoming. It is always a pleasure to visit Mum, as we feel as supported by all the staff as she clearly is, and every visit is a happy experience.
Mum is looking so well and always seems very relaxed and content. The quality of care and kindness
from every member of staff is extraordinary, and I am delighted that Mum is so well looked after and so happy.
Please pass on my very sincere and grateful thanks to everyone at Elmbrook.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtThank you! Our colleagues take great pride in their responsibilities to the residents and indeed relatives. We love the fact that visiting Elmbrook Court is such a pleasure for you.
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Review from M L (Friend of Resident) published on 29 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
As a visiting friend, I am not able to form an opinion on all the categories. However, I have found the staff to be friendly, courteous and helpful, and the public areas to be clean and attractive.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtThank you for your very kind words; we appreciate all visitors and look forward to seeing you again.
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Review from Sandra H (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely ensuite rooms and modern, bright and welcoming public rooms. Very kind and caring staff and good choice of meals, well cooked and well presented. The home also has a cinema room, hairdressers and dedicated activities room and a wide range of activities are planned for enriching the lives of the
residents.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtWe are very blessed to have such wonderful colleagues who love their jobs! It is our pleasure to be part of the lives of the residents, to support them and have some good old fashioned fun!
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Review from Claire D-M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother moved here the first week of opening, she was made to feel very welcome by everyone at Elmbrook Court.
Prior to her move, we were given every opportunity to visit the care home and ask any questions about her individual needs. The manager always took calls and answered our questions.
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mother has settled quickly into the home; she tells me the food is delicious. Her room is ensuite, spacious with plenty of storage. Her care is good, and the staff are friendly and approachable.
She hasn't joined in with activities as she prefers to read in her room.
The home isn't finished yet, and she is looking forward to enjoying the new gardens.
Reply from Jim Macleod, Head of Client and Resident Experience at Elmbrook CourtWe are so excited that the gardens are being landscaped at the moment and all the patio furniture is ready to be put in place!
So pleased that Mum has settled in and is enjoying the food... it really is delicious!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.851)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.851) out of 10 for Elmbrook Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 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 4.951 for Elmbrook Court is calculated as follows: ( (173 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 182 Ratings = 4.951
  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 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Elmbrook Court is based on 16 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.9
    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 74 registered maximum number of service users is 14.8, which has been reached with 16 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: 3 Aug 2022

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (4)

Aislinn

Aislinn Mullee

Job Title: General Manger Joined: 2023

I am the General Manager at Elmbrook Court, having joined Oakland Care in 2023 as Deputy Manager before progressing into my current role. My career in pharmacy and care began straight after leaving school, and supporting others has always been a true passion of mine. I am committed to delivering the highest standards of care, ensuring excellence for every resident, every day. Caring for and supporting my team is central to my role. I believe that when people feel valued and empowered, they can provide truly exceptional care.


Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family or relaxing with a good book and my two cats.

Ian

Ian Restall

Job Title: Senior Client Relations Manager Joined: 2026

Ian joined Oakland Care in 2026, having worked extensively across multiple social care sectors. Ian has spent time with many of the country’s most well-regarded luxury senior care providers, both on a permanent basis and through contracting assignments. Having made the switch from running a successful property business to senior care, Ian has spent 18 years helping families ease the stress of their transition into care homes and coaching teams to do the same. He emphasises a deep level of understanding and empathy as the key drivers of success, believing that commercial success can only follow compassion and consideration.

Berlyn

Berlyn Fry

Job Title: Client Relations Assistant Joined: 2026

After eight years in motor trade sales with organisations such as Jaguar Land Rover and Select Car Leasing, I discovered a real passion for working with people and building meaningful relationships. I’m excited to begin this new chapter at Elmbrook Court, where I can continue to grow both professionally and personally. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, exploring new places and spending time with my family. I look forward to being part of the Oakland Care and Elmbrook Court family.

Adriano

Adriano Carvalho

Job Title: Head of Hospitality Joined: 2026

I have over 19 years’ experience across hospitality and healthcare catering, I’m passionate about creating dining experiences that enhance comfort, enjoyment and wellbeing for our residents.


I believe food is about more than nourishment—it brings connection and creates meaningful moments. Together with my team, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, personalised dining experiences that help every resident feel truly at home.

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