Runwood
Ivy Court
Residential care home in Doncaster
Operated by Runwood
What do these badges mean?
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Ivy Court is a 72-bed care home in Balby, Doncaster, run by Runwood. It provides residential and dementia care, and its registered services cover older people, younger adults, people with physical disabilities and people with sensory impairments. The Care Quality Commission rated the home Good overall in its 2026 report, with Good grades for safety, effectiveness, caring, responsiveness and leadership.
The home's wellbeing and enrichment programme is planned around each resident's own interests, with the aim of keeping people active, confident and socially connected. Activities include trips to local attractions by minibus, a monthly community event and membership of the Runwood Ramblers walking group, as well as a range of in-house activities. Meals are freshly prepared and follow British Dietetic Association guidance, with options for a wide range of dietary needs and preferences. Respite stays are available, with a minimum period of two weeks at any one time.
Care provided
Specialist care
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAmple
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
783 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Doncaster council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £801 |
| 2025 | £853 |
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Local health safety net
Ivy Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Doncaster Royal Infirmary, 2.4 miles away. The local GP practice is ST. JOHNS GROUP PRACTICE, 0.2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Doncaster
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Doncaster Partnership for Carers Ltd
We provide advocacy, advice, information, emotional/practical support,social activities and training to all unpaid carers and their families in Doncaster and volunteering opportunities.
Doncaster Mencap
Doncaster Mencap provides two gateway club nights ( Wed/Thurs) for members. A carers group has been established with meetings once a month over the lunch period with guest speakers. Doncaster…
Age UK Doncaster
We take the fear out of ageing by empowering and supporting older people in Doncaster to live and age well. We do this by providing support and care in the home, social and wellbeing groups and…
Rossington Good Neighbours
We cook & provide hot meals for people aged 50+ and their carers in Rossington Memorial Hall. For people unable to come to the hall we deliver meals to their homes.
Dunsville Community Centre Association
Hire of hall to the general public and local councils. Monday sequence dance, Monday walkers, S Teale School of Dance, over 60's club, craft club, yoga, taekwondo, drainage board meetings, women's…
Part of Runwood
Ivy Court is one of 66 homes run by Runwood on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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