National Star College - Ullenwood
Nursing home · Cheltenham
National Star College, Ullenwood, Cheltenham, GL53 9QU
Run by National Star Foundation
- OutstandingCQC · Sept 2026
- 9.2Our score
- Beds88
- Type of careNursing
- Phone01242 527631
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 23 September 2026
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveOutstanding
- CaringOutstanding
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- National Star College - Ullenwood
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Outstanding
- Register number
- 1-139161062
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About National Star College - Ullenwood
National Star College combines specialist further education, personal development and residential services for people with disabilities, including at its Ullenwood setting near Cheltenham. Students can access learning alongside therapy and medical support, with work-based learning helping connect education to future opportunities.
Residential services include student accommodation and long-term living, while respite stays are available for one day or longer. Community wellbeing and structured education support people with physical and learning disabilities as they develop independence. The organisation brings education, personal development and residential support together within a disability-focused college and charity.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Cheltenham
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chargrove LawnCheltenham | 1.9 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Lilleybrook Care HomeCheltenham | 2 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Gloucestershire House - Care Home with Nursing Physical DisabilitiesCheltenham | 2.2 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| The HamptonsCheltenham | 2.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bafford HouseCheltenham | 2.4 miles | Requires improvement | 5.6 |
Also run by National Star Foundation
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradbury GardensCheltenham | Good | 8.4 | |
| Foundation HouseGloucester | |||
| MatrixcareMalvern | Good | 8.0 | |
| National Star at Ledbury RoadHereford | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Specialist further education
- Therapy and medical support
- Residential and respite services
Suits: Young people with physical or learning disabilities
Types of care
Also works on: nursing
Location
National Star College, Ullenwood, Cheltenham, GL53 9QU
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Questions families ask
From what age can young people attend National Star?
Young people with disabilities can attend the day and residential colleges from age 16.
What does National Star provide?
They provide specialist further education, personal development and residential services for people with disabilities.
Can National Star provide a one-day respite stay?
Yes. People can stay for one day or longer and take part in respite activities.
How much does National Star College - Ullenwood cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask National Star College - Ullenwood for its weekly fee. As a guide, Gloucestershire council paid on average £1,714 a week for a nursing care place for adults aged 18 to 64 in 2024-2025, against £1,521 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.