Shinfield View

School Green, Shinfield, Reading RG2 9EH
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9.9 167 Reviews
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Shinfield View is a multi-award-winning, purpose-built care home in the village of Shinfield in Berkshire, providing spacious care facilities within a luxury environment.

Situated just outside Wokingham near the city of Reading, Shinfield View is in a fantastic location just off the M4 and A33. A team of professional and skilled staff focus on the needs of the individual while providing high-quality care services, which include residential care and dementia care as well as respite and day care.

The home features its own cinema room where residents can relax, a fully-stocked bar and bistro area, library, private dining room, spa, hairdressing salon and landscaped gardens. The home sits just across from the village green, where family-friendly events take place throughout the year.

Shinfield View has a full-time events manager who organises activities and events for all residents to enjoy, while the home has its own chauffeur driven limousine for use on days out and special occasions.

The pricing policy is all-inclusive - a single weekly fee covers all care, all facilities and all events. This includes the bar and bistro, fine dining, hair salon and entertainment. It may sound too good to be true, but it’s just Shinfield View!

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Care Provided by Shinfield View

  • Type of Service
    • Residential Home
  • Privately Owned
  • For a maximum of 66 Service Users
  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Nadia Koseva (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (66)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (66)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2024

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Shinfield View Reviews (167)

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Shinfield View has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.867) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Shinfield View has 167 reviews.

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Review from Gary B (Son of Resident) published on 1 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very pleased with the care my mother is receiving. The home is most welcoming to all. A mention must be given to the entertainments that are given, as there is always something going on. I like to think they go the extra mile to please.

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Review from F S (Husband of Resident) published on 1 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife is diagnosed with moderate dementia with severe memory problems. After reviewing most care homes in the area, I found Shinfield View head and shoulders above the others in all ways.
The management and staff all take a caring and sympathetic approach to all patients. The facilities, care and
food are of top order. My wife settled very quickly and the standard remains just as good. I would have no hesitation in recommending this care home to anyone. My ratings below are not an exaggeration in any way.

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Review from Angela B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 1 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with the quality of care. Happy atmosphere and plenty of fun things going on. Staff are very kind and caring and make sure all residents are included.

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Review from Christopher G (Respite Resident) published on 29 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I had a secret dread of going to a care home, based on my late mothers' experiences. I needn't have worried. Shinfield View is what they say in their booklet; 'luxury living and exceptional care'.
All the staff were so friendly and caring. In fact, the calm professionalism of all the staff was really
impressive. Shinfield View leaves an excellent example that other care homes should follow.

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Review from Demi F (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Could be happier about my Nan's stay at Shinfield View. Before coming into Shinfield View, my Nan had no quality of life and began to not socialise or go out. Since being in Shinfield View, she is going out, eating well and is having an amazing time! Daily, she takes part in all the activities and goes
out all the time, when I speak to her she says how much she loves it and every single member of staff genuinely care. At home, she was eating the same day in and day out. Now, she is trying all different kind of foods and is enjoying the social side of eating. Cannot thank everyone enough for their genuine care about my Nan and their efforts to bring her back out of her shell.

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Review from Kevin F (Son of Resident) published on 28 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home did everything to ensure the admission process went smoothly, it was well organised and the team made my brother, who came with my mother when she was admitted, very welcome and part of what was going on, so this made me feel at ease.
My mother appears happy and content in a very short space
of time, she is doing more than I have seen her do in years almost back to her old self. I couldn't be happier with the care and the home is just a wonderful place.

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Review from Christine B (Niece of Resident) published on 26 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We booked the fine dining room for lunch with our uncle as it was his birthday. We pre-ordered our meal from a good choice. On the day, we were treated to 5-star quality food in an exclusive dining room. Excellent all round. Couldn't ask for more.
The friendliness of the staff is much appreciated and
we feel our uncle is safe and in capable hands.

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Review from Shelley V (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Would be surprised if anyone could find a care home better than Shinfield View. I can't fault it.


All the staff are so caring, nothing is too much trouble.


The food is superb restaurant quality.


The entertainment is great and the two fun-loving ladies who take care of the events are just lovely

and encourage the quieter residents to join in - no one is left out.


I will definitely move into this 'care hotel' myself in future years.


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Review from Margaret R (Friend of Resident) published on 9 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been visiting my friend for nearly two years. The staff are very friendly. The facilities are 5 star.

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Review from David A (Friend of Resident) published on 9 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As you walk through the door and see the smiling faces of the residents and staff, you know you're somewhere special.
To sit and talk with the residents cheers me up as they like to sit and chatter about their life.
Tuesday coffee morning is great, along with Thursday evening entertainment. The staff
are truly amazing and devoted to their job. The smiles of the staff make a rainy day change to summer sunshine.

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Review from Lyn T (Friend of Resident) published on 8 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a friend, we are always made very welcome. The staff are friendly and courteous. The entertainment and food are excellent. Always a variety of activities to suit all tastes. Would thoroughly recommend this well-presented home, (a home from home).

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Review from Roger P (Friend of Resident) published on 2 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly staff creates an extremely pleasant homely atmosphere for both residents and friends/visitors alike. The food is very good and the entertainment second to none!

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Review from J D (Friend of Resident) published on 1 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Have thoroughly enjoyed Thursday evening entertainment thanks to the lovely staff and residents, welcoming us in excellent surroundings.

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Review from Barbara G (Friend of Resident) published on 26 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From what I see the residents are very well looked after and really enjoy the social get together and the staff are up there getting everyone to enjoy the evening.

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Review from A P (Friend of Resident) published on 25 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very friendly staff, excellent good. Everything is very comfortable and easy going.

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Review from George G (Friend of Resident) published on 25 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home is a great place to be. The care quality is outstanding and when I visit I am greeted by all-round smiles from the staff and all residents.
In my opinion, this is the best care home I've ever been to as you can see all residents are happy and treated with the highest care possible.

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Review from Heather P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 9 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Difficult to fault Shinfield View, so kind and caring - all members of staff. Father-in-law is very happy here.

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Review from Patricia M (Resident) published on 6 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am treated lovingly.

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Review from Gwen P (Friend of Resident) published on 27 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The friendly and caring staff make Shinfield View a lovely place to visit. The facilities are excellent and the food is a delight.

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Review from Theresa J (Friend of Resident) published on 27 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the residents are so well looked after they want for nothing. Such a happy, relaxed atmosphere, they have so much going on every day to cater for everyone. Family are welcome to dine with their relative anytime they like at no extra charge which is amazing as other homes charge for this service.
I would highly recommend this home to my close family and friends.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.867)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.867) out of 10 for Shinfield View is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.958 for Shinfield View is calculated as follows: ( (137 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 143 Ratings = 4.958

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.909 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Shinfield View is based on 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.2 = 0.909

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (2)

Jodie

Jodie Whatmore

Job Title: General Manager

Joined: 2018

I have worked in Health and Social Care since 2011 and progressed from being a Care Assistant to General Manager.


I am passionate about making a difference to peoples lives and really putting our residents at the heart of everything we do. I am so proud to work alongside Nicola and the fantastic team at Shinfield View!


Nicola

Nicola Orwin

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2017

My name is Nicola Orwin. I am very excited to be the Deputy Manager here at Shinfield View. I have worked at Shinfield View for over 4 years now in various roles and it really is a home from home for me. I am very passionate about ensuring our residents get the very best in their later years and I am very much looking forward to working alongside Jodie to ensure we continue to deliver the very best outstanding care.