Rectory Court Care Home

The Glebe, Blackheath, London SE3 9TU
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9.9 62 Reviews
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Rectory Court is a luxurious residential home and provides the highest quality 24-hour residential care in Blackheath, London SE3.

The home offers full residential, short-term respite stays, convalescent and day care.

The team believes residents should be involved in shaping their own social life within Rectory Court and the range of activities and trips reflects this.

Whether it’s an activity class, trip to historic Greenwich or Blackheath village or a book club, the dedicated activities coordinator looks forward to arranging activities to enrich each resident’s life.

As dining and nutrition are so important within a home they offer a range of dining options at Rectory Court. Complimentary snacks are available all day in the café and the chef prepares a full breakfast menu, followed by three-course meals, freshly prepared and cooked daily.

The dedicated team welcomes suggestions from residents and enjoys creating a menu to reflect tastes as well as meeting dietary requirements.

Please pop in and meet the friendly team at Rectory Court. There is always someone on hand to tell you all you wish to know about this beautiful home and staff would love to find out more about you and what your hopes are for your future care.

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Care Provided by Rectory Court Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Learning Disability
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 41 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sue Hill (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (39)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (39)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2022
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Rectory Court Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,825

  • fees are subject to an assessment and availability
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Rectory Court Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visitors are warmly welcomed.


  • Parking

  • There is parking available


Rectory Court Care Home Reviews (62)

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Rectory Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.875) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Rectory Court Care Home has 62 reviews.

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Review from Nichola R (Great-Niece of Resident) published on 26 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On behalf of Dad and myself, we cannot thank you enough for all the wonderful care you have given to our relative over the past five years. She was very happy living at Rectory Court and it was always comforting for us to know how well she was being looked after. You were always available to speak to
us or message us back and were very supportive, particularly during Covid. Nothing was ever too much trouble, for which we will always be eternally grateful. Even after her hospital stays, it was very reassuring to hear how well she had settled back in. It was an enormous worry off our minds. Your tireless care and endless compassion made all the difference in her life. You and your truly caring staff were always very welcoming and attentive to her needs and went the extra mile to help us. Thank you again, from the bottom of our hearts, to a really great team for all your kindness and hard work.

Reply from Jessica Tettey, Rectory & Leah Lodge HAA at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, I will pass this to our care team who will be delighted for this great feedback.


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Review from Barbara C (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend Rectory Court Care Home highly enough. Not only is it a beautiful environment with fantastic facilities but the staff are all so wonderful and caring. Nothing is too much trouble and they go out of their way to meet the needs of the residents and families and make them feel welcome.
It is well staffed and well run with a superb activity program with things planned every day.

Reply from Jessica Tettey, Rectory & Leah Lodge HAA at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, I will be sure to share this with the team who will be delighted.


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Review from Julia R (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum is a new resident, following a two week respite stay last year. She has settled in well and the staff were brilliant at helping us make the move smoothly and with care. The rooms and communal areas are spotlessly clean and stylish. The garden is lovely and activities are varied to suit all tastes.
The party for the coronation was great. I would certainly recommend this care home.

Reply from Jessica Tettey, Rectory & Leah Lodge HAA at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, we shall share this with the Rectory Court team who will be delighted.


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Review from Maurice C (Resident) published on 30 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was a resident at Rectory Court for 2 weeks respite care in January 2023, together with my wife and we were very well cared for. The accommodation, communal facilities, the staff attention and the catering were all very well provide and can be strongly recommended.

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Review from Nick P (Son of Resident) published on 7 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad enjoyed his two-week respite stay and was made very welcome by staff and fellow residents. He was well cared for and enjoyed the excellent food. He was able to join in some of the activities but otherwise appreciated the different areas available for sitting and reading, dozing or chatting. The
easy-access garden was a bonus, which would be particularly nice during warmer weather.

Reply from Jessica Tettey, Rectory & Leah Lodge HAA at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure to be able to have dad with us at Rectory Court and we hope to see him again soon. Best wishes to you all.


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Review from E T (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother enjoyed her stay at Rectory Court. She was very well cared for and found it a very comfortable and friendly home, with excellent food and a range of activities. It was very reassuring to know she was being well cared for while I was away for 2 weeks.

Reply from Sue Hill, General Manager at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind words we are glad mum enjoyed her stay. Best Wishes


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Review from Gillian M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was very comfortable and very well looked after during her respite stay at Rectory Court. She particularly enjoyed the food. We could relax while we were on holiday knowing that she was in kind, capable hands.

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Review from Iain H (Son of Resident) published on 6 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The whole process of moving my father in, from my initial guided tour of the home to his warm welcome three weeks later, was smooth and uncomplicated. He has settled in very quickly and made new friends already in the first week. The level of care is superb, the accommodation is first-rate and the food
is excellent.

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Review from Theresa P (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Rectory Court are excellent. Everything is done with kind consideration. They encourage independence with gentle persuasion while always there for support.

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Review from M C (Respite Resident) published on 29 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Relations had thoroughly checked out and met others who had been here previously; that considering my unmedical needs physically and personally, here would be very suitable for my needs at that time. I did not know this place previously but knew the area well having taught in the district as a very
young teacher years ago. I was not disappointed all my needs for health and welfare were provided for.

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Review from H W (Respite Resident) published on 28 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

After hospital care I came to Rectory Court for respite. stayed for 6 weeks and it has helped me a great deal to get strong enough to go home. I have had my physio twice a week since I have been here and it has helped me. I have found everyone kind and helpful. I would recommend my friends to come
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Review from Elizabeth H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum had a short respite stay here. She was made extremely welcome and was very impressed with the high quality of everything. The care was excellent and my mother was very happy. She will certainly come again and hopes they have a spare room for her. Covid restrictions were handled carefully and
sensitively and she was able to have visitors. Thank you.

Reply from Jessica Tettey, Rectory & Leah Lodge HAA at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind comments. We are so pleased you chose Rectory Court and we are looking forward to welcoming mum back in the near future.


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Review from I B (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 5 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I enjoy living at Rectory Court. I enjoy the garden especially in Summer when we have events. I am also able to get the audio library books delivered every month and they come in a van and you can go and choose the books. I was able to bring my own furniture and lights for my room and my room feels
like home. I always tell my friends how great Rectory Court is.

Reply from Laura Nightingale, Homes Admissions Advisor at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are delighted you are so happy at Rectory Court.


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Review from Peter (Son of Resident) published on 4 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was very happy with Rectory Court, in all aspects - he felt respected and very well treated, enjoyed the food options, had an excellent room as well as good common areas and a lovely garden to stroll in. Visitor facilities were also very good, albeit with the Covid restrictions.

Reply from Laura Nightingale, Homes Admissions Advisor at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Rectory Court, we are delighted your father had an excellent stay with us.


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Review from B M (Resident) published on 31 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. They are as helpful as they can be and they are like best friends to me.

Reply from Laura Nightingale, Homes Admissions Advisor at Rectory Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your review, that is great to hear that you feel so happy at Rectory Court, the team work really hard and really appreciate your comments.


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Review from C D (Respite Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 8 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On my recent stay at Rectory Court, I found excellent staff, good food and comfortable surroundings.
I thoroughly enjoyed the variety of activities and found the experience interesting and friendly.

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Review from Hazel S (Resident) published on 2 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This was the second occasion I have stayed for respite and I have been extremely impressed.

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Review from K S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband and I went on a much needed holiday so we needed respite care home for my mum.
With research, Rectory Court came up. We got in touch, came to visit and from the word go, we didn't look back. Mum had a lovely stay t Rectory Court. She was well looked after, she thoroughly enjoyed her 2-week
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We couldn't have chosen better respite care for mum. Very happy.

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Review from R D (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was frightened of living alone once my father was admitted to hospital.
She needed respite care.
From the moment she entered Rectory Court she was treated with dignity and respect.
The staff were amazing and made her feel welcome immediately.
During her stay in luxurious surroundings,
she made a friend and took part in lots of activities.
Watching her grow in confidence was worth every penny.
I saw her shine for the first time in many months.

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Review from Cerise O (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has settled very quickly in this very warm and welcoming home. She loves the wonderful care and attention she receives from all the management and staff.
As her daughter, it’s a great comfort to me, knowing she is in such safe and capable hands.
I highly recommend Rectory Court.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.875)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.875) out of 10 for Rectory Court Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.875 for Rectory Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (240 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 272 Ratings = 4.875

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Rectory Court Care Home is based on 23 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 41 registered maximum number of service users is 8.2, which has been reached with 23 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 27 Sep 2018

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  • Caring

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  • Effective

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  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (4)

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Sue Hill

Job Title: General Manager

What I do:
I am the General Manager of Rectory Court, as such I have the overall responsibility of the home with the support from my team. My role can vary from day to day and no two days are ever the same .


My experience:
I have been working in the care industry for over 30 years, starting as a care assistant then going back to further education to become a manager first for Suffolk County Council and then into the private sector. I have a passion for Dementia care and hold an advanced Dementia training qualification in addition I have a Dementia mapping qualification which I undertook with Bradford University.


About me:
I am 55 and have been married for over 30 years to Adrian a teacher, I have two sons Tim and Tom both currently studying at university. I am a highly competitive person who likes to succeed. I love to shop and find a bargain!


Nicola

Nicola Copley

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2023

What I do:


I’m the Deputy Manager for Rectory Court, supporting the Manager in the smooth operations of the home.


Experience:


I have 27 years’ experience in the health & social care sector, working in learning disability services as well as elderly care. I am also a qualified tutor and have taught many subjects within the sector. Starting as a care assistant, I have experience in almost all roles within social care.


About Me:


I relocated to the Kent countryside 4 years ago, and live a less stressful life in West Malling, with my husband of almost 2 years. I did make him wait 11 years before I finally said yes! We share our lives with our two cats. I enjoy the quieter life, and we spend a lot of our spare time walking and discovering new areas of Kent.


Jessica

Jessica Tettey

Job Title: Home Admissions Advisor

Joined: 2019

I’m Home Admissions Advisor for both Leah Lodge and Rectory Court. I started with Cinnamon in 2019 and more recently I am part-time due to having two small children at home.


I help families and potential residents through their journey of considering a care home for their loved ones. I consider it a privilege to be able to advise people on such a difficult and emotional journey.


I have worked in care now for 7 years and my role is a varied and enjoyable one. Previous to this I was an estate agent, working in different roles around the property for the majority of my career.


I am originally from the Wirral and I moved to London with my husband in 2015 due to a promotion for him. We now have a 5-year-old son and a 2-year-old daughter who keep us busy most of the time. We enjoy going on holiday and socialising with friends whenever we get the chance.


Charmaine

Charmaine Taylor

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2017

What I Do:
I’m the head chef here at Rectory Court I started as a 2nd chef and was delighted to become Head Chef; my role now is to work closely with my team and all our residents to provide a nutritional and healthy menu with the odd treat. I liaise with our residents to find out their likes and dislikes and provide an alternative meal of their choice if they wish. Me and my team will always aim to please and provide a good dining experience.


My Experience:
I have 6 years of experience working in catering and have enjoyed every moment, learning new things all the time. I have a BETEC level 2 in hospitality and catering and an NVQ level 2 in kitchen services and food safety.


About Me:
When I’m not working I spend time with my three sons and visiting my family, I like socialising with my friends and having a good meal out with somebody else cooking.