The Orchard
Residential care home · Shrewsbury
Aston Road, Wem, Shrewsbury, SY4 5JD
Run by Condover College Limited
- GoodCQC · Oct 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds6
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01939 231040
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 22 October 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- The Orchard
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-2172039661
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About The Orchard
The Orchard provides residential placements for adults aged 18 and over with moderate to severe learning disabilities, profound and multiple learning difficulties and additional complex needs. Its homes accommodate small groups of residents, with each property supporting between two and seven people in a local community around Shrewsbury.
Placements are available on either a 38-week or 52-week basis, and short breaks are also part of the wider service. Care is supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes tutors, learning support assistants, speech and language therapists and physiotherapists. The setting also links residential care with education focused on independence, functional skills and communication.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Shrewsbury
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highbury HouseShrewsbury | 0.1 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Roseville HouseShrewsbury | 0.4 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| Walford LodgeShrewsbury | 0.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bowens FieldShrewsbury | 0.6 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Landona HouseShrewsbury | 0.7 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Condover College Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walford LodgeShrewsbury | Good | 8.0 | |
| GreenfieldsShrewsbury | Good | 8.0 | |
| The CrescentShrewsbury | Good | 8.0 | |
| The WheatlandsShrewsbury | Good | 8.0 | |
| WelwynShrewsbury | Outstanding | 9.2 | |
| Kynaston FarmShrewsbury | Good | 7.4 | |
| Mayfield HouseShrewsbury | Good | 8.0 | |
| 38 Torrin DriveShrewsbury | Good | 8.0 | |
| Weir RoadShrewsbury | |||
| Hall Bank MewsShrewsbury | Good | 8.0 | |
| Railway CottageShrewsbury | |||
| High RidgesShrewsbury | Good | 8.4 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Two to seven residents per home
- 38- or 52-week placements
- Multidisciplinary support team
Ask about
- Placement length is offered on a 38- or 52-week basis
Suits: Adults with complex learning disabilities
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Aston Road, Wem, Shrewsbury, SY4 5JD
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Questions families ask
Can they arrange a personal visit if I miss an open day?
Yes. They hold regular open days and can arrange a personal visit for people unable to attend.
When should applications for a placement be submitted?
Applications are accepted at any time. For an education placement, they recommend applying before or during the autumn term of the final school year, ideally from age 13 or 14.
Do they provide transport for day learners?
Yes, for some day learners, subject to funding.
How much does The Orchard cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask The Orchard for its weekly fee. As a guide, Shropshire council paid on average £918 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.