East Dene Court
Residential care home · Seaham
Melbury Street, Seaham, SR7 7NF
Run by Education and Services for People with Autism Limited
- GoodCQC · Jun 2023
- 8.0Our score
- Beds9
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0191 581 5008
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 9 June 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- East Dene Court
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-112944231
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About East Dene Court
Autism-focused residential support sits alongside education and day services at East Dene Court. ESPA’s wider provision includes post-16 day and residential programmes that help learners develop skills for employment, further study, better choices and more independent living.
A multidisciplinary team of autism-specialist clinicians works across college and residential services, supporting individuals and staff teams with person-centred care. Residential and respite placements are available, with start dates depending on individual circumstances. The setting suits autistic people who need support connected to education and daily living.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Seaham
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbury HouseSeaham | 0.1 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Lindisfarne SeahamSeaham | 0.3 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Garden LodgeSeaham | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Orchard HouseSeaham | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| EastholmeSeaham | 0.9 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Education and Services for People with Autism Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden LodgeSeaham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Orchard HouseSeaham | Good | 8.4 | |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Limited - 35-37 Portland AvenueSeaham | Good | 8.0 | |
| LawrethSeaham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Limited - 7 The CedarsSunderland | Good | 8.4 | |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Limited - 8-8a The CedarsSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Montpelier TerraceSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Cedars LodgeSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Holly HouseHoughton-le-Spring | Good | 8.0 | |
| BeechwoodSunderland | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| The HermitageSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Forest HallNewcastle upon Tyne | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Autism-specialist multidisciplinary team
- Education and residential pathways
- Residential and respite placements
Ask about
- Start dates depend on individual circumstances
Suits: Autistic people needing education-linked residential support
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Melbury Street, Seaham, SR7 7NF
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Questions families ask
Does ESPA offer day and residential placements?
Yes. ESPA College provides full-time and part-time day placements, as well as 38-week and 52-week residential placements and respite placements.
How long can an ESPA College programme last?
Learners can study for up to two years. Programmes typically follow a 38-week academic year, with flexible start dates subject to available funding.
How much does East Dene Court cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask East Dene Court for its weekly fee. As a guide, County Durham council paid on average £1,155 a week for a residential care place for adults aged 18 to 64 in 2024-2025, against £1,883 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.