Ivers
Sturminster Newton, DT10 · 4.5 km · 25 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialAchieve Together
Fee not published
Area typical £1,198 a week
CQC: Good
The Old Rectory
Old Rectory, High Street, Stalbridge, Sturminster Newton, DT10 2LL
Residential care home · 25 beds · The Old Rectory Specialist Care
- Weekly fee
- from £995
- as of August 2026
- CQC rating
- Good
- October 2024
- Beds
- 25
- residential
- Family reviews
- None yet
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About The Old Rectory
The Old Rectory is a residential care home in Sturminster Newton, in the Dorset council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 25 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia and older people. It is run by The Old Rectory Specialist Care. The home has been registered since September 2020.
At its latest inspection, published October 2024, the CQC rated The Old Rectory Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.
The Old Rectory charges from £995 a week for residential care, a figure published on the home's own website in August 2026. That comes to about £51,740 a year. It is about 17% below the typical residential fee in Dorset of £1,198 a week.
There are 120 registered care homes in Dorset. The nearest to The Old Rectory include Ivers, Newstone House and Nazareth Lodge. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.
Care provided
- Residential care
- Dementia care
- Older people
Registration
- Registered with CQC
- September 2020
- Latest CQC rating
- Good (October 2024)
- Council area
- Dorset
Fees
Fees depend on the room and the level of care. Always confirm the current price with the home.
| Type of care | Weekly fee | Where this came from |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £995 as of August 2026 From the home's website “The Old Rectory our rates start from £995.00” View on The Old Rectory’s website | From the home's website “The Old Rectory our rates start from £995.00” View on The Old Rectory’s website |
Reviews
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Common questions about The Old Rectory
How much does The Old Rectory cost?
The Old Rectory charges from £995 a week for residential care (as of August 2026). Fees depend on the room and level of care, so confirm the current price with the home.
What is the CQC rating for The Old Rectory?
The Care Quality Commission rated The Old Rectory Good in October 2024. The full inspection report is on the CQC website.
Does The Old Rectory provide nursing care?
No. The Old Rectory is registered as a care home without nursing. Staff provide personal care; visiting district nurses cover nursing needs.
Does The Old Rectory offer dementia care?
Yes. The Old Rectory is registered to care for people living with dementia.
How many residents does The Old Rectory have?
The Old Rectory is registered for up to 25 residents.
Other care homes near Sturminster Newton
No reviews yet
Newstone House
Sturminster Newton, DT10 · 6.4 km · 62 beds
CQC: Good
Fee not published
Area typical £1,198 a week
Nazareth Lodge
Sturminster Newton, DT10 · 6.5 km · 24 beds
CQC: Outstanding
ResidentialNazareth Lodge
Fee not published
Area typical £1,198 a week