Learning disability care homes in North Kesteven

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North Kesteven has 25 learning disability care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 2 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 4 Outstanding, 18 Good and 2 Requires improvement. 1 home is not rated yet. Lincolnshire council paid on average £769 a week for a residential care place and £757 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in North Kesteven (52)

North Kesteven at a glance

25on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding4
  • Good18
  • Requires improvement2
  • Not yet rated1
  • 92% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score8.0 / 10
  • Types of care76% offer younger adults
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in North Kesteven on the CQC register, whatever its rating. The highest scores come first and homes not yet inspected come last.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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25 learning disability care homes in North Kesteven

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Cherry Tree Lodge

Run by Home from Home Care Limited

34 Station Road, Ruskington, Sleaford, NG34 9DA
OutstandingCQC · Nov 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Learning disabilities

Cherry Tree Lodge provides specialist residential care for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex physical or mental health needs. It forms part of Home From Home Care, a family-led provider creating bespoke support for people who need a tailored residential environment.

The wider service focuses on empowerment, independence and meaningful daily life, with care adapted to changing needs.

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Orchard Lodge

Run by Home from Home Care Limited

Kirk House, 2 Lincoln Road, Dorrington, Lincoln, LN4 3PT
OutstandingCQC · Nov 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Orchard Lodge provides specialist residential care for adults aged 18 and over with learning disabilities, autism and complex physical or mental health needs. The home is registered as a care home without nursing and forms part of Home From Home Care's services across Greater Lincolnshire.

Care is designed around each person, with flexible and responsive support for changing needs.

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An Caladh House

Run by Kisimul Group Limited

4 Church Hill, Washingborough, Lincoln, LN4 1EH
OutstandingCQC · Mar 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 10 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Personal goals, therapeutic support and everyday living are brought together at An Caladh House, an adult residential service for people with learning disabilities. The service forms part of Kisimul’s adult provision and is intended for younger adults who need structured accommodation and support.

Its Meaningful Life model uses bespoke planning to help individuals work towards goals and ambitions.

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Village Farm

Run by Witham Valley Care Group Limited

Newark Road, Norton Disney, Lincoln, LN6 9JS
OutstandingCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Specialist residential support at Village Farm is registered for younger adults and people with learning disabilities. The home sits within Choice Care, whose wider services support people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs across residential and supported-living settings.

Support is shaped around each person’s life, needs and goals, helping residents build confidence and take part in daily activities.

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Broughton House and College

Run by Cygnet Care Services Limited

Brant Broughton, Lincoln, LN5 0SL
GoodCQC · Sept 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 30 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 30 residents in Lincoln, run by Cygnet Care Services Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Chesterfield House

Run by Elysium Healthcare (Healthlinc) Limited

411 Newark Road, North Hykeham, Lincoln, LN6 9SP
GoodCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 6 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Care home with nursing for 6 residents in Lincoln, run by Elysium Healthcare (Healthlinc) Limited. Supports learning disabilities and younger adults.

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The Reeds

Run by Home from Home Care Limited

2 Lincoln Road, Dorrington, Lincoln, LN4 3PT
GoodCQC · Nov 2024
  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory impairment

The Reeds provides specialist residential care for adults aged 18 and over with learning disabilities, autism and complex physical or mental health challenges. Care is designed around each person, with the stated aim of supporting empowerment, independence and a full life. The service can work with commissioning authorities to create an individual placement, and supports people from across the country.

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Tigh Allene

Run by Kisimul Group Limited

2A Church Hill, Washingborough, Lincoln, LN4 1EH
GoodCQC · Mar 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Learning disabilities

Tigh Allene forms part of Kisimul’s specialist residential provision for people with learning disabilities. The wider organisation supports children and young adults with autism and learning disabilities through residential care, schools and colleges.

Kisimul’s Meaningful Life Model uses person-centred plans to connect support with individual goals and aspirations.

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An Darach House

Run by Kisimul Group Limited

22 School Lane, North Scarle, LN6 9EY
GoodCQC · Oct 2026
  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

An Darach House provides residential support for children and young adults with autism and learning disabilities. Its therapeutic services team offers direct and indirect support shaped around each person’s individual needs during admission and throughout their placement.

The home sits within Kisimul’s specialist network of schools, colleges, children’s homes and adult residential services.

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Blair House

Run by Parkcare Homes (No.2) Limited

Skirth Road, Billinghay, Lincoln, LN4 4AY
GoodCQC · Mar 2026
  • Nursing
  • 27 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Care home with nursing for 27 residents in Lincoln, run by Parkcare Homes (No.2) Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Broughton House and College

Run by Cygnet Care Services Limited

12 High Street, Brant Broughton, Lincoln, LN5 0SL
GoodCQC · Oct 2026
  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 5 residents in Lincoln, run by Cygnet Care Services Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Byards Keep

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

Greylees, Sleaford, NG34 8XT
GoodCQC · Sept 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Supporting up to eight adults with learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy, Byards Keep offers a small residential home in Greylees near Sleaford. The setting is intended for adults who need support with complex needs within a shared home.

The wider provider offers residential care, supported living and community support, with pathways available in homes and other settings.

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Suillean House

Run by Kisimul Group Limited

77 Sleaford Road, Heckington, Sleaford, NG34 9QP
GoodCQC · Sept 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care for children and young adults with autism and learning disabilities is the focus at Suillean House. The service forms part of Kisimul’s specialist care and education network, with therapeutic support intended to meet individual needs during admission and throughout a person’s time there.

Kisimul’s wider structure includes children’s homes, schools, colleges and adult residential provision.

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The Croft

Run by Autism Care (UK) Limited

Heath Farm, Heath Road, Ashby De La Launde, Lincoln, LN4 3JD
GoodCQC · Jan 2024
  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 6 residents in Lincoln, run by Autism Care (UK) Limited. Supports learning disabilities.

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The Farmhouse

Run by Autism Care (UK) Limited

Heath Farm, Heath Road, Ashby De La Launde, Lincoln, LN4 3JD
GoodCQC · Nov 2025
  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

The Farmhouse provides residential care and assisted living for younger adults and adults with learning disabilities. Its support is designed around individual needs, desired outcomes and choices about where and how someone lives, with opportunities to participate in household activities and pursue greater independence.

Lifeways’ residential services support people with complex care and support needs in welcoming, stimulating environments.

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The Gables

Run by Heathcotes Care Limited

546 Newark Road, North Hykeham, Lincoln, LN6 9NG
GoodCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Physical disabilities

Eight adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs and complex support requirements can live at The Gables in North Hykeham, Lincoln. The home provides a structured environment with support available as part of everyday life. Its wider organisation also supports adults with autism, brain injuries, physical disabilities and other complex needs across residential and supported living settings.

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The Holt

Run by Autism Care (UK) Limited

Heath Farm, Heath Road, Ashby De La Launde, Lincoln, LN4 3JD
GoodCQC · Jan 2025
  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 6 residents in Lincoln, run by Autism Care (UK) Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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The Paddocks

Run by Autism Care (UK) Limited

Heath Farm, Heath Road, Ashby De La Launde, Lincoln, LN4 3JD
GoodCQC · Jul 2026
  • Residential
  • 7 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 7 residents in Lincoln, run by Autism Care (UK) Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Welbourn Manor Care Centre

Run by St Philips Care Limited

High Street, Welbourn, Lincoln, LN5 0NH
GoodCQC · Mar 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 30 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Welbourn Manor Care Centre provides residential and assisted living support for older people, adults with learning disabilities and people living with dementia. Its care home setting is intended to support daily routines, personal care and independence, with individual care plans reviewed and updated as needs change.

The home provides bedrooms, communal areas and dining facilities, while the wider group offers respite care and day care at its…

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Swallow Lodge

Run by Making Space

Fen Lane, North Hykeham, Lincoln, LN6 8UZ
GoodCQC · Mar 2023
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 8 residents in Lincoln, run by Making Space. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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What to look for in learning disability care homes

  1. Communication methods matched to the person’s preferences

    Communication methods matched to the person’s preferences and needs.

  2. Support for independence

    Support for independence, relationships, work, education and community life.

  3. Positive behaviour support

    Positive behaviour support and clear safeguarding arrangements.

Questions families ask

What should learning disability care homes offer?

Good learning disability support should be person-centred, promote choice and help people maintain skills and community connections. Ask how communication and decision-making are adapted for each resident.

How many learning disability care homes are there in North Kesteven?

25 learning disability care homes in North Kesteven are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which learning disability care homes in North Kesteven are rated Outstanding?

Cherry Tree Lodge, Orchard Lodge, An Caladh House and Village Farm.

How much does a care home cost in North Kesteven?

Lincolnshire council paid on average £769 a week for residential care and £757 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £1,513 and £1,160. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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