Learning disability care homes in South Cambridgeshire

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South Cambridgeshire has 16 learning disability care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 3 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 3 Outstanding and 13 Good. Cambridgeshire council paid on average £993 a week for a residential care place and £1,128 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in South Cambridgeshire (34)

South Cambridgeshire at a glance

16on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding3
  • Good13
  • 100% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score8.2 / 10
  • Types of care75% offer younger adults
How this list is ordered

Homes in South Cambridgeshire are ordered by the MyCareCheck score, the average of the CQC's ratings for the five questions it asks at every inspection. Where two homes score the same, the better overall rating goes first.

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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16 learning disability care homes in South Cambridgeshire

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Sunflowers Care Ltd

Run by Sunflowers Care Limited

119 Histon Road, Cottenham, Cambridge, CB24 8UQ
OutstandingCQC · Jul 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 4 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory impairment

Sunflowers Care Ltd provides nurse-led care for children aged 0-18 with complex health needs, including long-term ventilation, wheelchair dependence and rehabilitation needs. The fully adapted four-bedroom home in Cottenham near Cambridge also offers long-term step-down care and short-break respite, bridging the gap between hospital and home.

Each shift includes a nurse supported by carers, with managers on call and access to the child’s GP,…

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Aurora Orchard Manor Transition Service

Run by Aurora Meldreth Limited

Manor Road, Meldreth, Royston, SG8 6LG
OutstandingCQC · Oct 2017

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 31 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory impairment

Aurora Orchard Manor Transition Service supports young adults aged 18 to 30 with severe and profound learning difficulties and complex health needs. It offers a supportive living and learning environment designed to help people move from education into adulthood, with flexible 52-week residential placements for up to 31 young people.

The home combines specialist facilities with practical opportunities to build independence.

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Mill Lane

Run by Salutem LD BidCo IV Limited

17A Mill Lane, Histon, Cambridge, CB24 9HW
OutstandingCQC · Jun 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

Mill Lane sits within Salutem’s adult care services for people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health issues and complex needs. The registered residential care home is relevant to adults who need specialist social care support, with the wider organisation serving people from 18 upwards.

Salutem’s broader model includes tailored care plans focused on individual goals and aspirations, alongside residential care, supported living and day…

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Yew Tree Cottage

Run by Yew House Limited

15-17 Padlock Road, West Wratting, Cambridge, CB21 5LS
GoodCQC · Apr 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Residential care home for 10 residents in Cambridge, run by Yew House Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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1 High Street

Run by The Edmund Trust

1 High Street, Milton, Cambridge, CB24 6AJ
GoodCQC · Jul 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 5 residents in Cambridge, run by The Edmund Trust. Supports learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Bramley Avenue

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

73 Bramley Avenue, Melbourn, Royston, SG8 6HG
GoodCQC · Oct 2017

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory impairment

Residential support at Bramley Avenue is registered for younger adults and people with learning, physical or sensory disabilities. Voyage Care’s wider specialist services support people with learning disabilities, autism and brain injuries, with pathways adapted to individual goals, preferences and circumstances.

Support across the organisation may be delivered in a registered care home, supported living accommodation, at home or in the community.

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Chamarel

Run by Chamarel Healthcare Ltd

8 High Street, Longstanton, Cambridge, CB24 3BP
GoodCQC · Dec 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 7 beds
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 7 residents in Cambridge, run by Chamarel Healthcare Ltd. Supports learning disabilities.

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Churchfield Avenue

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

21-23 Churchfield Avenue, Sawston, Cambridge, CB22 3LA
GoodCQC · Feb 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Churchfield Avenue supports younger adults and people living with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries or other complex needs. Its residential care setting forms part of a wider range of support that can also be delivered through supported living, at home or in the community.

Support is shaped around individual goals, preferences and values, with teams helping people build meaningful routines, independence and connection.

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Cottenham Court Care Home

Run by Bupa Care Homes (CFChomes) Limited

High Street, Cottenham, Cambridge, CB24 8SS
GoodCQC · Dec 2017

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 62 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 62 residents in Cambridge, run by Bupa Care Homes (CFChomes) Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and younger adults.

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Gracefield Nursing Home and Residential Care Home

Run by Greenacres Care Home Limited

St Neots Road, Dry Drayton, Cambridge, CB23 8AY
GoodCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 17 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Long-term accommodation and personal care at Gracefield Nursing Home and Residential Care Home support up to 17 people, including residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The single-storey home has nurse call points in every room, on-site laundry and outdoor areas including gardens, a patio and summer house.

Gracefield provides 24-hour nursing care, balanced meals and dietary support for needs such as diabetes,…

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Kay Hitch Way

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

4 Kay Hitch Way, Histon, Cambridge, CB24 9YR
GoodCQC · Sept 2017

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Kay Hitch Way supports people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs within a registered residential care setting. Voyage Care’s wider services also cover older people, younger adults, mental health needs and physical disabilities across care homes, supported living and community support.

Support is tailored around individual needs, goals, preferences and values.

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La Marsh

Run by Caretech Community Services (No.2) Limited

9 Crowlands, Cottenham, Cambridge, CB24 8TE
GoodCQC · Nov 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 9 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care home for 9 residents in Cambridge, run by Caretech Community Services (No.2) Limited. Supports learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

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Rosewood

Run by The Edmund Trust

1 Edmund Close, Milton, Cambridge, CB24 6ZS
GoodCQC · Jul 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 6 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

Rosewood supports people with learning disabilities through residential care, supported living, community support and respite services. The organisation also works with people with complex autism, profound multiple learning disabilities, acquired brain injury, physical disabilities and early-onset dementia.

Its respite service in Milton can provide short breaks, emergency respite and flexible stays, with five guests accommodated at one time and…

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Waterbeach

Run by Voyage 1 Limited

Fresh Fields, Primrose Lane, Waterbeach, Cambridge, CB25 9JZ
GoodCQC · Apr 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

Waterbeach supports people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries and complex needs through residential care and wider specialist support. The service sits within an organisation offering registered care homes, supported living, support at home and community-based care across the UK.

Support is tailored around individual needs and goals, with different settings available for people who need a registered care home or supported living.

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Waterbeach Lodge

Run by Marigold MG1 Ltd

Ely Road, Cambridge, CB25 9NW
GoodCQC · Jan 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Residential care home for 46 residents in Cambridge, run by Marigold MG1 Ltd. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, mental health, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Yewdale Farm

Run by Caretech Community Services (No.2) Limited

West Fen, Willingham, Cambridge, CB24 5LP
GoodCQC · Jul 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

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

Residential care home for 9 residents in Cambridge, run by Caretech Community Services (No.2) Limited. Supports older people, learning disabilities 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 South Cambridgeshire?

16 learning disability care homes in South Cambridgeshire are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which learning disability care homes in South Cambridgeshire are rated Outstanding?

Sunflowers Care Ltd, Aurora Orchard Manor Transition Service and Mill Lane.

How much does a care home cost in South Cambridgeshire?

Cambridgeshire council paid on average £993 a week for residential care and £1,128 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £2,482 and £1,954. 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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